Little devil

Developed by Codemasters for 8-bit and 16-bit home computers, the protagonist of the 1989 title is depicted as a small, red, horned sprite. This character's quest involves retrieving baby bottles across surreal, single-screen levels filled with hazards like bouncing balls and spikes. The game's design reflected the quirky, lighthearted British software design of the late 1980s, presenting a traditionally malevolent mythological creature as a cute, vulnerable cartoon hero.

In the context of the Clover Studio release God Hand, the concept shifts from a primary protagonist to a thematic aesthetic. The "Little Devil" moniker is most prominent as an unlockable, gothic-themed costume for the deuteragonist Olivia, which players can equip to alter her appearance in cutscenes and gameplay. This iteration aligns with the game's highly stylized, comedic, and provocative visual direction. Additionally, the game features various diminutive, impish demonic enemies that players encounter throughout the campaign, serving as comedic foils to the protagonist's martial arts abilities. Together, these representations highlight how the archetype transitioned from a wholesome 1980s computer mascot to a mature, satirical element in modern action gaming.