Project 2

Starting some research now. Since there are a plethora of video games out there. narrowing it down to 2-D games.
Came across this movie on http://www.destructoid.com. PIRATE BABYS CABANA BATTLE STREET FIGHT 2006 game concept:

I stuck this link in here, cos it has amazing graphics, animation and characterisation. Also how it has a lot of impact even being in just black and white. Makes it feel a bit retro.
The tendency for these games seems to be ultra-voilent and gory, 2-d shoot 'em ups and zombie killings and such like. Though amusing, I'd like to steer away from that if I can.