ARTISAN

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"A young man finds himself trapped in an otherworldly museum where he is forced to fight in a battle royal using strange ghost-like creatures called Artisans." **** THE STORY **** In ARTISAN, Link awakens trapped in a bizarre museum. A mysterious woman named Lisa tells him that, in order to go home, he would have to find and kill seven other people in the museum before they can kill h…

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Single-Player Play through the game's story or campaign solo

100%

Audience ScoreBased on 10 reviews

story4 positive mentions

music3 negative mentions

The story, characters, and art/animation are all exceptional, showcasing a lot of care and creativity.
The game features multiple endings, adding replayability and depth to the narrative.
The character designs and their corresponding artworks are impressive, making each character feel unique and well-developed.

The story lacks depth in certain areas, leaving questions about the world and character backgrounds unanswered.
Some settings, like text speed, do not save properly, which can be frustrating for players.
The game is more of a visual novel than a traditional game, which may not appeal to those looking for more interactive gameplay.

story
11 mentions Positive Neutral Negative
36%
36%
27%
The story is highly praised for its creativity and engaging characters, with a unique battle royale setting that serves as a backdrop for a deeper narrative about life as art. While the writing is described as masterful and the visuals impressive, some reviewers noted that certain aspects of the plot could be more developed. Overall, the combination of a well-told story, character depth, and artistic presentation makes it a standout experience.
- “The story, characters, and art/animation are all great.”
- “This is actually just an amazing story; I am shocked that I can't find anything else from Starryware. This does not look like a first project.”
- “The story is well told and it includes different choices that can lead to different endings.”
- “The story is missing some areas such as the what and why.”
- “The story is easy to get into but the characters definitely shine the brightest.”
- “The story's setting is straightforward; a battle royale.”
graphics
3 mentions Positive Neutral Negative
100%
The graphics are highly praised for their beautiful artwork and 2D animated cutscenes, which enhance the game's fascinating plot centered on art and creativity. The incorporation of named artisans and their corresponding designs adds a unique depth to the visual experience.
- “The plot is fascinating, being centered on artworks, but we, the humans, go up on display; our life is the canvas.”
- “My favorite part about the art is the realization that the artisans are named, and designs correspond to their respective artworks and/or poems.”
- “The artwork and the 2D animated cutscenes are beautiful.”
music
3 mentions Positive Neutral Negative
33%
100%
The music in the game is highly praised for its ability to enhance the storytelling, effectively setting the mood for various scenes, from lighthearted conversations to intense battles. The inclusion of a vocal end credits song adds an extra layer of enjoyment for players.
- “Artisan's music does a fine job in making its scenes help ease you into the mood, whether it be a mundane chat with an upbeat track or an intense bloody battle with aggressive electronic guitar.”
- “Music is an important part of a story; some can prosper.”
- “Artisan's music does a fine job of making its scenes help ease you into the mood, whether it be a mundane chat with an upbeat track or an intense bloody battle with aggressive electronic guitar.”
- “It's a treat hearing the end credits song with vocals too.”
character development
1 mentions Positive Neutral Negative
300%
Reviewers praise the character designs as excellent, indicating a strong visual appeal, but do not provide specific insights into the depth or progression of character development within the narrative.
- “The character designs are all excellent.”
- “The depth of character development really makes you feel connected to the story.”
- “I love how each character evolves throughout the game, making their journeys feel authentic and engaging.”