inkstroke

Inkstroke is a 2D action platformer set inside ancient parchment scrolls, inspired by traditional sumi-e ink art.

You play as an ink samurai brought to life on paper, cutting through waves of ink blot creatures across different chapters.

Draw to Strike You do not have a standard attack button. Your brush is your only weapon. Hold left click to slow down time, draw a direct path through enemies, and release. Your character instantly dashes along the line, slicing through everything caught in the stroke.

What to Expect

• One core mechanic for movement and combat: every dash is an attack, and every attack repositions you.
• Scroll upgrades between stages: pick up perks to boost ink regeneration, add air jumps, or increase max health.
• Multiple enemy types: Scrawlers, Drifters,  Splatters and Brutes that force you to plan your dash routes carefully.
• Minimalist black, white, and red visual style inspired by Asian ink wash painting.