Preview of new animation core of Red Reaper

Preview of new animation core of Red Reaper

Today I am sharing a glimpse of the Red Reaper in motion — a preview of the new animation core that I have been shaping. It is not yet the final polished version, but it is already usable and ready for testing in your projects.

What this update contains

• Spritesheet (.png) — the full animation sheet ready for import.
• Visual reference sheet (.png) — showing Red Reaper’s look, palette and key shapes.
• Krita file (.kra) — containing the animation timeline and layers.

Status

This is still a work-in-progress. Think of it as a preview release: stable enough to be used in prototypes, but with some refinements and polish still on the way.

Main differences in this version

• Closer to the series’ visual standard — adjusted colors and shapes.
• More animations, with smoother and more fluid motion.
• Spritesheet re-organized for easier import and frame indexing.

Preview gameplay

I will attach short GIFs and videos below showing how the Red Reaper looks in gameplay. These are simple previews, demonstrating the core animations in action.

Changelog

• Added idle variations and smoother walk cycle.
• Added anticipation and recovery frames for attacks.
• Adjusted palette to harmonize with series characters.
• Rearranged spritesheet into a more import-friendly order.

Next steps

Coming updates will include color variations, additional facial states, and the final polished spritesheet layout. Feedback is welcome — please share any issues you find or ideas for improvements.

Thank you for following the Red Reaper’s journey!