Death Momotaro

Game premise and genre

Death Momotaro is a horror-action comedy game inspired by the classic Japanese folktale of Momotaro. Players control Death Momotaro as he navigates through various chapters, facing off against enemies tied to the story while employing comedic elements. The game combines action sequences with horror themes and absurd humor, targeting those familiar with the original folktale.

Gameplay and objectives

In the game, players progress through different chapters that each feature unique challenges and enemies. In Chapter 1, players must escape from a giant kitchen knife wielded by Death Grandpa. Chapter 2 pits players against Death Dog, Death Monkey, and Death Pheasant, who can be stopped using landmines or by force-feeding them DEATH Kibi Dango. Chapter 3 involves battling wretched Oni with bullets of justice, while the specifics of Chapter 4 remain a mystery. The estimated playtime is about one hour.