Ushinatta

A small rhythm-action game where you play as a lone warrior slashing their way through a decrepit old city.

The main protagonist, whose design was inspired by Ashitaka from Studio Ghibli’s Princess Mononoke.

They have a rugged appearance, indicative of their long and arduous travels.

Concept art for the main setting of Ushinatta, an old town inspired by Portmerion in North Wales.

Rough designs for both enemy types: Rusher & Shooter

The ending screen the player sees when they win the game.

It shows the protagonist looking back at the town as the sun rises.

(in-game)

It shows an empty square or plaza which gradually illuminates the area as the level progresses.