Really cool game! Such a solid idea and well executed! The style and mechanics remind me a lot of retro arcade games like Paper Boy. Great job on the art too. The explosive ending was a nice reward. Nice touch with the shadow that characters cast on the background.
Only small thing I have for feedback is the platforms look a little out place with the other art. Not totally sure what it is. They have less detail then then the characters and background maybe?
Also, I might just need to get better, but the squids were wailing on me compared to the other stages. Even the last boss was a little easier. Still has not not super frustrating or anything though.
Great game!