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Kung Fu Kid came out for the Sega Master System in 1987, published by Sega. It was one of those side-scrolling action games that felt right at home on the system, offering straightforward martial arts action without much fuss. The game didn't try to reinvent the wheel; it just gave you a character, some enemies, and a goal.

You control a young martial artist moving screen by screen through themed stages like dojos and forests. Your main objective is to rescue your kidnapped master by fighting through waves of ninjas and other enemies. You use punches, kicks, and a handy spin attack that can clear multiple foes at once. The pacing is brisk, and the difficulty ramps up quickly, demanding precise timing to avoid projectiles and traps. It feels responsive and challenging, with a simple joy in landing clean hits and surviving just a little longer each time.