INARI

📍 Suwon-Si, South Korea (KR)

🏷️ Video Games

INARI is a high-speed kunai action platformer set in an Eastern fantasy world.

You are an executioner sent to hunt down the Seven Daughters who dared to defy the mighty Lord. Master rapid, ruthless combat using kunai and instant teleportation, and survive the extreme tension of clinging to a single life.

Cut through the battlefield before fate catches you.

Patch Version: v0.1.1 
OS : windows
Recommended Specs: i5-9400F / GTX 1060 / 8GB RAM / 2GB Storage
Controller Support: Xbox, PlayStation DualShock

Original Soundtrack

The music of INARI pulls you into a world where Eastern fantasy collides with Steampunk. Traditional instruments blend with metallic textures and mechanical beats, creating a sound that's unmistakably INARI. Every track was crafted to match the emotional intensity of our game. Listen to selected tracks below.

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For generations, the High Realm has sought to dominate the mortal world. Now, you have been chosen to enforce their will. You are Izuna, Executor of the High Realm—known to mortals as the Reaper.
Your mission: hunt down and eliminate the Seven Daughters, princesses who dared to defy the heavens. Your first target awaits at the Bronze Citadel—Princess Ikane's domain, where mortal technology has reached its apex.Colossal gears and machinery grind endlessly, while troops and traps stand ready to crush all intruders.But you cannot waver.
The Lord's will is absolute, and failure is not an option.

The protagonist, Izuna, infiltrates the Bronze Citadel. As you carve a path forward, you must harness the power of the Reaper to carry out your mission.

INARI is a story-driven action platformer where narrative and gameplay intertwine. As you confront each Princess, hidden truths of the world are gradually revealed. Every level challenges your mastery and precision. Every stage ends in a climactic boss fight that tests everything you've learned so far.

In INARI, the kunai is more than a weapon—it's your lifeline. Throw a kunai and instantly teleport to its location. Both combat and platforming are built around this single mechanic. Teleport aggressively to ambush enemies, or evade death at the last possible moment. Mastering teleportation is the key to controlling the battlefield.You have only 1 HP. One hit means death. Battles demand flawless judgment and perfect timing. (If this sounds too punishing, don’t worry. A Story Mode with multiple HP is also available.)

INARI places a strong emphasis on precise, responsive controls. Izuna moves with the speed and agility of a fox. Running, jumping, and wall-climbing flow seamlessly. Fluid frame-by-frame animations bring her to life, making every movement feel sharp and satisfying.Levels feature mechanics like freezing devices that alter combat flow and timed challenges that reward fast clears.

The Seven Daughters are the seven princesses that protect the Mortal Realm from the Lord’s tyranny. Each wields a unique power to defy the heavens. However, insolence must be met with war, and rebellion with eternal ruin.
You are the Lord's Executor, sent to restore the Heavenly Order.
Your first target is Princess Ikane.

Ikane is a brilliant strategist who sparked a technological revolution. From her seat at the Bronze Citadel, she's built an impenetrable defense network. Advanced troops and lethal traps lie in wait throughout her castle. You'll need to dismantle them one by one to reach her. 
Ikane won't face you directly. Instead, she's already calculated your invasion. Every trap, every defense mechanism has been positioned with surgical precision. The entire Citadel is her chessboard, and every battle unfolds according to her design.Each Princess fights with a distinct style shaped by their power and ideology. Combat evolves as you progress, constantly shifting the flow of battle. This constant variation is at the heart of what makes INARI compelling.

Story matters in INARI. Key moments unfold through cinematic sequences. During dialogue, illustrated portraits shift with the conversation, reflecting the deep, subtle emotions of individuals caught in the midst of war. Following intense battles, these quieter moments carry the story forward, drawing you deeper into the world and its unfolding conflict.

The highlight of INARI lies in its intense one-on-one boss battles. The boss, Commander Kamura, reacts instantly to your teleportation and counters aggressively. As pressure mounts, bosses strike back just as relentlessly, creating intense, back-and-forth duels where every moment is charged with tension.Victory is decided by split-second decisions and absolute mastery.

The following games were major sources of inspiration during the development of INARI. We are fans of these titles ourselves, and they taught us a great deal throughout the process.

INARI’s gameplay is rooted in fast-paced action games that demand precision and mastery. Its core mechanic, kunai-based teleportation, was inspired by Minato from Naruto, while the one-hit-death rule and high-tempo combat were influenced by Katana ZERO, Celeste,and Ghostrunner.

We also drew inspiration from Hollow Knight’s background art style and Nine Sols’ interpretation of Eastern fantasy, bringing these influences together to shape INARI’s distinct action and atmosphere.

Physical PC edition of the full game. Comes in a custom-printed case featuring game artwork. Includes a standalone executable and a Steam key.

Artbook A comprehensive artbook featuring the world of INARI, including backgrounds, characters, story, and lore. Also includes early concepts, unused assets, and cut ideas, documenting the game’s full development process.

Special Tier Rewards (Participatory Rewards) Participatory rewards give you a direct hand in shaping the game. Once the campaign successfully funds and payments clear, we'll send you a backer survey to go over the initial concept of the reward. From there, we'll work closely with you to dial in the specifics.

To keep things transparent: some elements may need adjustments based on our production schedule, game balance, or content rating considerations. We'll collaborate with you to find the best solution that fits both your vision and the game's needs.

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We met at the same university, united by a single goal: to create the game we truly wanted to make. Living together in a small studio apartment, we worked day and night shaping the game and its world. In 2022, the first version of INARI was born.
When showcased at exhibitions, the response exceeded our expectations.
INARI was featured in indie game magazines and received strong player feedback. However, as students, we were forced to pause development.

After graduation, each of us gained experience in the game industry but INARI never left our minds. Eventually, we reunited to pursue indie development once again. That decision marked the beginning of 1HP STUDIO.

1HP STUDIO: The real fight begins at 1 HP
Just like in action games, the most thrilling moment comes when only one hit point remains. We believe this is where a game truly begins. We chose the name 1HP STUDIO as a reminder to make every moment count and commit fully to our game, even with limited resources.

Communication with our players has always been one of our highest priorities. Over the past year, we built a playable demo and shared multiple builds at game exhibitions. The direct feedback we received there became a key reference point for improving the game. The current version of INARI is the result of that ongoing dialogue.
We continue to stay closely connected with our community through Discord and social media, believing that shared passion and open communication lead to better games—and always will.

Funding Plan

We believe transparency is essential. While exact costs are difficult to predict, we are committed to clearly sharing how your support will be used.

Starget provided support in setting up our Kickstarter account.