Antipaint Game Cover

"Antipaint" is a single-player shooter game with good gameplay and an ingenious soundtrack. As an artist, you embark on a journey to become great by painting or slaying your way through enemies, customs brushes, and characters. Upon completion, admire your masterpieces in the gallery and defeat various works of art to secure your title.

  • PC
  • Windows

Reviews

98%
Audience ScoreBased on 138 reviews
music17 positive mentions
story3 negative mentions
  • The game features a unique and charming concept where players create art by defeating enemies, making for a visually satisfying experience.
  • Smooth controls and a great soundtrack enhance the gameplay, providing a fun and addictive roguelike experience.
  • The variety of characters, weapons, and upgrades allows for different playstyles, keeping the game fresh and engaging.
  • The game can feel too easy, with many players beating it quickly and finding the bosses underwhelming.
  • There are balancing issues with certain weapons being significantly stronger than others, leading to a lack of challenge.
  • Some players have reported bugs and issues with the game's UI and item descriptions, which can detract from the overall experience.
  • music33 mentions

    The music in the game has received overwhelmingly positive feedback, with many players praising its quality and ability to enhance the overall experience. The soundtrack, featuring tracks like "Sugar Space" by The Mood Sellers and "Sauna Party" by Kanalizacija, is described as engaging and memorable, contributing to the game's character and vibe. Overall, players feel that the music is a standout feature, often elevating the gameplay and making it a key reason to play.

    • “I stumbled upon this game as a demo and instantly fell in love with the style and the music.”
    • “The music and visuals work well together, creating a laid-back vibe even when the action picks up.”
    • “Fantastic time and also has a banger soundtrack.”
    • “As a buddy of mine said, you're buying an $8 soundtrack and a game comes with it for free.”
    • “Whether these songs were composed for the game or were chosen from a library or the public domain, I only have one word: bravo.”
    • “They remade Kid Pix for adults, but you get to jam out to ska music.”
  • gameplay24 mentions

    The gameplay is characterized by its unique mechanics, interesting character traits, and a fun, quirky atmosphere that enhances the overall experience. However, players note a lack of depth and progression, with some aspects like boss difficulty and item balance needing improvement. While the gameplay is enjoyable and visually appealing, many express a desire for more content and complexity to extend the experience.

    • “The concept and the gameplay is truly unique.”
    • “A fun and obscure little roguelike shooter that has a neat gimmick that is both interesting and doesn't get in the way of the gameplay.”
    • “The gameplay loop feels more rewarding.”
    • “Where it falls short, however, is the sense of progression and the depth of gameplay.”
    • “The actual gameplay is fine, but the more I come back to the game the less I actually enjoy it.”
    • “The hitboxes are jank and huge, your damage is anemic, item descriptions are worse than Isaac's for no thematic reason, shop prices are way out of whack with income, it's extremely hard to craft a build, energy items are bad, the energy regain is worse, and the entire fame mechanic is inscrutable and feels useless.”
  • graphics11 mentions

    The game's graphics are highly praised for their unique art style, which transforms each level into a painting, creating a visually engaging experience. The combination of fun visuals and a satisfying soundtrack enhances the overall atmosphere, contributing to a laid-back yet enjoyable vibe. Reviewers appreciate the game's quirky mechanics and the strong identity conveyed through its artistic execution.

    • “Overall, I do like the game; it has great music, the visuals are fun, and the roguelike elements can be really satisfying.”
    • “Each level is a painting, and when you finish a run, you see your artworks, which is a fun gimmick.”
    • “The sound design is especially satisfying, and the game's soundtrack and art style give it a lot of character and identity - it's very clear what the game's vision was, and they executed it well.”
  • replayability8 mentions

    Overall, the game is praised for its fun and engaging gameplay, contributing to its replayability. However, some players note a lack of difficulty options and content variety, suggesting that additional features could enhance the replay value. While it remains enjoyable, it may not offer the depth found in more challenging roguelikes.

    • “Fantastic game with great replayability.”
    • “Still very fun though, and with a lot of replayability.”
    • “A very fun and replayable game!”
    • “This game is really easy and doesn't offer features like difficulty levels or ascensions for replay value.”
    • “I think if more content were added or if there was a looping system, it would encourage replayability.”
    • “In an earlier review, I criticized the lack of replayability in this game.”
  • humor7 mentions

    The game is praised for its engaging humor, featuring amusing bosses and charming enemies that contribute to its unique personality. Players appreciate the visual humor and simplicity of the art style, which enhances the overall comedic experience, making it stand out among more serious AAA titles.

    • “I love the funny bosses and the cute enemies.”
    • “The game has a great personality and sense of humor, especially compared to the countless soulless AAA titles we've been getting recently.”
    • “Hilarious and absurd!”
  • grinding3 mentions

    Players find the grinding aspect of the game to be largely tedious and frustrating, particularly with certain bosses like the sea serpent, which lack the need for strategic planning. While some bosses are noted to be challenging and fair, the overall sentiment leans towards a repetitive and unenjoyable grinding experience.

    • “The bosses are challenging yet fair, making the grinding experience rewarding rather than tedious.”
    • “Grinding feels satisfying because the bosses provide a good balance of challenge and fairness.”
    • “I appreciate how the grinding process is enhanced by engaging bosses that are both challenging and fair.”
    • “The bosses are tedious at best, frustrating at worst (looking at you, sea serpent), and don't really require any special planning or considerations as you fight.”
    • “Most other bosses are tedious.”
  • story2 mentions

    The game's story is noted for its unique art style and an intriguing plot centered around the origin of an Austrian painter, offering a distinctive narrative experience.

    • “Its art style and plot are very unique.”
    • “Austrian painter origin story”
    • “The story feels disjointed and lacks a coherent narrative arc.”
    • “Character motivations are poorly developed, making it hard to connect with them.”
    • “The plot twists are predictable and fail to deliver any real surprises.”
  • stability1 mentions

    While players enjoy the game overall, many report experiencing significant bugs that can disrupt gameplay. Despite these issues, the fun factor remains high for most users.

    • “The game is good, but it is incredibly buggy at times. I still had loads of fun with it, though.”
    • “The frequent crashes make it hard to enjoy the game fully.”
    • “I love the concept, but the stability issues ruin the experience.”
  • optimization1 mentions

    Users report that the game's optimization is strong, resulting in smooth performance that enhances character control.

    • “The performance is smooth, making control of your character much easier.”
    • “The game runs flawlessly, allowing for seamless gameplay and quick reactions.”
    • “Optimization has significantly improved load times, enhancing the overall gaming experience.”
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