Tokyo, Japan — [Date] — Teruido Games is pleased to announce that its upcoming PC title KARATE ROGUE has been selected for the Official Selection at BitSummit Punch!, taking place from May 22 to May 24, 2026, in Kyoto, Japan.
At the event, visitors will be able to play a brand-new character for the first time: the Elf, a technical fighter who combines magic with a unique martial arts style called Elven Jiu-Jitsu. The Elf is not included in the currently available public demo and will make her playable debut at BitSummit.
KARATE ROGUE is a roguelike martial arts dungeon RPG developed by Eito Terui, novelist, scenario writer, and representative of Teruido Games. Players fight monsters using martial arts techniques, discover new skills and items, build powerful combinations, and challenge the depths of a mysterious dungeon.
The game is planned for release on Steam in 2026, with support for both Japanese and English. Its public demo received a Very Positive response from players following its appearance at Steam Next Fest in February 2026.
Visitors can play KARATE ROGUE at Booth 3F-D01 during BitSummit Punch!
Steam Store Page:
https://store.steampowered.com/app/3671740/KARATE_ROGUE/
Elven Jiu-Jitsu Trailer:
https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=XuQTbgA3Hno
New Playable Character: The Elf
The Elf is the third playable character in KARATE ROGUE, following the balanced Fighter and the fast, combo-focused Tracksuit.
Unlike the other characters, the Elf specializes in control-based combat. Her style, Elven Jiu-Jitsu, uses debuffs, counters, throws, and magic affinity to weaken enemies and turn their attacks against them.
While her raw attack and defense are lower, the Elf rewards careful setup and strategic play. Players who master her techniques can build powerful chains of debuffs, counters, and finishing strikes.
This new character offers a different approach to KARATE ROGUE’s martial arts roguelike combat and will be playable ahead of release exclusively at BitSummit Punch!
About KARATE ROGUE
KARATE ROGUE is a roguelike martial arts dungeon RPG where players use combat techniques inspired by karate, martial arts, and fighting sports to defeat monsters and survive dangerous dungeons.
Players collect new techniques, equipment, and items as they progress, creating their own martial arts builds through each run.
Title: KARATE ROGUE
Platform: Windows PC / Steam
Genre: Roguelike Martial Arts Dungeon RPG
Release Window: 2026
Languages: Japanese, English
Price: TBA
Steam Store Page: https://store.steampowered.com/app/3671740/KARATE_ROGUE/
Demo: https://store.steampowered.com/app/4041880/KARATE_ROGUE_Demo/
Trailer: https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=7JDeGwDQ8yI
Key Creators
Eito Terui — Producer / Developer
Novelist, scenario writer, game director, and representative of Teruido Games. His works include Karate Baka Isekai and Meitantei wa Suiri de Korosu from Fujimi Fantasia Bunko. He has also contributed scenario work to titles including Octopath Traveler: Champions of the Continent by Square Enix.
For KARATE ROGUE, Terui handles overall development and creates many of the game’s martial arts pixel animations himself.
Tomoaki Oga — Composer
Composer known for his work on titles including Pokémon Sun and Moon. He is responsible for the stage and battle music in KARATE ROGUE.
Ginoya — Monster Design
Pixel artist who has contributed graphics to titles including Romancing SaGa Re;univerSe, Final Fantasy Pixel Remaster, and Final Fantasy Brave Exvius.
Mana Hatanaka — Voice / Narration
Voice actress affiliated with Saibalucks. Her roles include PUCK in Shadow Labyrinth, Bandai Namco’s Pac-Man 45th anniversary title.
About Teruido Games
Teruido Games is a game brand operated by Teruido LLC, founded by novelist and scenario writer Eito Terui. The brand develops original games that combine strong narrative concepts, genre fiction, and game design.
Website: https://terry-do.jp
Official X: https://twitter.com/terry_do_games
Press Contact
terry-do Games
Contact: e.tera@terry-do.jp
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At the event, visitors will be able to play a brand-new character for the first time: the Elf, a technical fighter who combines magic with a unique martial arts style called Elven Jiu-Jitsu. The Elf is not included in the currently available public demo and will make her playable debut at BitSummit.
KARATE ROGUE is a roguelike martial arts dungeon RPG developed by Eito Terui, novelist, scenario writer, and representative of Teruido Games. Players fight monsters using martial arts techniques, discover new skills and items, build powerful combinations, and challenge the depths of a mysterious dungeon.
The game is planned for release on Steam in 2026, with support for both Japanese and English. Its public demo received a Very Positive response from players following its appearance at Steam Next Fest in February 2026.
Visitors can play KARATE ROGUE at Booth 3F-D01 during BitSummit Punch!
Steam Store Page:
https://store.steampowered.com/app/3671740/KARATE_ROGUE/
Elven Jiu-Jitsu Trailer:
https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=XuQTbgA3Hno
New Playable Character: The Elf
The Elf is the third playable character in KARATE ROGUE, following the balanced Fighter and the fast, combo-focused Tracksuit.
Unlike the other characters, the Elf specializes in control-based combat. Her style, Elven Jiu-Jitsu, uses debuffs, counters, throws, and magic affinity to weaken enemies and turn their attacks against them.
While her raw attack and defense are lower, the Elf rewards careful setup and strategic play. Players who master her techniques can build powerful chains of debuffs, counters, and finishing strikes.
This new character offers a different approach to KARATE ROGUE’s martial arts roguelike combat and will be playable ahead of release exclusively at BitSummit Punch!
About KARATE ROGUE
KARATE ROGUE is a roguelike martial arts dungeon RPG where players use combat techniques inspired by karate, martial arts, and fighting sports to defeat monsters and survive dangerous dungeons.
Players collect new techniques, equipment, and items as they progress, creating their own martial arts builds through each run.
Title: KARATE ROGUE
Platform: Windows PC / Steam
Genre: Roguelike Martial Arts Dungeon RPG
Release Window: 2026
Languages: Japanese, English
Price: TBA
Steam Store Page: https://store.steampowered.com/app/3671740/KARATE_ROGUE/
Demo: https://store.steampowered.com/app/4041880/KARATE_ROGUE_Demo/
Trailer: https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=7JDeGwDQ8yI
Key Creators
Eito Terui — Producer / Developer
Novelist, scenario writer, game director, and representative of Teruido Games. His works include Karate Baka Isekai and Meitantei wa Suiri de Korosu from Fujimi Fantasia Bunko. He has also contributed scenario work to titles including Octopath Traveler: Champions of the Continent by Square Enix.
For KARATE ROGUE, Terui handles overall development and creates many of the game’s martial arts pixel animations himself.
Tomoaki Oga — Composer
Composer known for his work on titles including Pokémon Sun and Moon. He is responsible for the stage and battle music in KARATE ROGUE.
Ginoya — Monster Design
Pixel artist who has contributed graphics to titles including Romancing SaGa Re;univerSe, Final Fantasy Pixel Remaster, and Final Fantasy Brave Exvius.
Mana Hatanaka — Voice / Narration
Voice actress affiliated with Saibalucks. Her roles include PUCK in Shadow Labyrinth, Bandai Namco’s Pac-Man 45th anniversary title.
About Teruido Games
Teruido Games is a game brand operated by Teruido LLC, founded by novelist and scenario writer Eito Terui. The brand develops original games that combine strong narrative concepts, genre fiction, and game design.
Website: https://terry-do.jp
Official X: https://twitter.com/terry_do_games
Press Contact
terry-do Games
Contact: e.tera@terry-do.jp
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