Uploaded December 2025 | Updated September 2026, 34 minutes ago
This game was created in Fall 2025 as part of SMU Guildhall's Team Game Production curriculum.
Nekomoto is a 2D action-platformer where you take the role of the ronin legend Musashi Nekomoto. The game features hand drawn visuals and a fast-paced combat loop. The game features a combat system requiring precise execution to cut down many enemies.
Levels comprise of short action segments where the player must defeat all enemies in the level before being able to progress to the next one. Enemies patrol the surrounding area and attack the player when spotted, either shooting or hitting them depending on enemy type.
The player’s combat options primarily focus on their slash move and dash move. Slashing lets you attack enemies at close range with a quick attack. It can be angled to aim at enemies at different positions. This attack also can deflect bullets, letting players who show mastery of the mechanic defeat enemies in a stylish and quicker way.
The player also has a dash that allows them to better traverse each level, but also can be used to defeat enemies and avoid attacks. The dash a powerful ability, but using it carelessly can leave you in a precarious position.
This game was created in Fall 2025 as part of SMU Guildhall's Team Game Production curriculum.
Nekomoto is a 2D action-platformer where you take the role of the ronin legend Musashi Nekomoto. The game features hand drawn visuals and a fast-paced combat loop. The game features a combat system requiring precise execution to cut down many enemies.
Levels comprise of short action segments where the player must defeat all enemies in the level before being able to progress to the next one. Enemies patrol the surrounding area and attack the player when spotted, either shooting or hitting them depending on enemy type.
The player’s combat options primarily focus on their slash move and dash move. Slashing lets you attack enemies at close range with a quick attack. It can be angled to aim at enemies at different positions. This attack also can deflect bullets, letting players who show mastery of the mechanic defeat enemies in a stylish and quicker way.
The player also has a dash that allows them to better traverse each level, but also can be used to defeat enemies and avoid attacks. The dash a powerful ability, but using it carelessly can leave you in a precarious position.
