The problem is that there are so many types of traditional masks from cultures all over the world (including Korea, where these devs are based). Clearly, these enemies are wearing masks with elements from a bunch of different ones.
However, the addition of dreads, blowpipes, and (seemingly? It's not 100% clear from the acreenshot) dark skin is just too many elements to ignore. These aren't just enemies in masks, they're very much Sambo-style caricatures.
However, the addition of dreads, blowpipes, and (seemingly? It's not 100% clear from the acreenshot) dark skin is just too many elements to ignore. These aren't just enemies in masks, they're very much Sambo-style caricatures.