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"Behind the Frame" is a casual game that combites art and puzzles for an immersive experience. With its intriguing story, stunning visuals, and ingenious music, players will become highly emotional as they paint, sketch, and uncover a tale of chance and artistry. This game promises to be a beautiful journey of discovery and creativity.

  • Phone
  • Android
  • Mobile Platform
  • Tablet

Reviews

98%
Audience ScoreBased on 152 reviews
story35 positive mentions
  • The game features stunning visuals and a beautifully crafted story that resonates emotionally with players.
  • The puzzles are well-designed, providing just the right amount of challenge without causing frustration.
  • The soundtrack complements the gameplay perfectly, enhancing the overall immersive experience.
  • The game is quite short, with some players feeling it doesn't justify the price.
  • The beginning gameplay can feel repetitive and slow, which may deter some players.
  • Some players found the ending to be rushed or unclear, leaving them wanting more closure.
  • story59 mentions

    The game's story is widely praised for its beauty, emotional depth, and harmonious integration with visuals and music, creating a captivating slice-of-life experience. While the narrative is relatively short, it resonates with players, offering a compelling and touching journey complemented by delightful puzzles and stunning art. Many reviewers express a desire for more games from the developers, particularly with different themes, highlighting the overall quality and impact of the storytelling.

    • “This game has it all: interesting and thoughtful story, beautifully realized art style, and emotionally resonant music.”
    • “The story being told is beautiful, the artwork is exquisite and the music is soothing.”
    • “It's a short but very sweet story that I fell in love with the second I laid my eyes on it.”
    • “There's no decisions you make that change your course, just the natural flow of a slice-of-life story with the involvement of a simple point-and-click.”
    • “The story is so sweet and yet so sad!”
    • “It's a story that rustles like a spring breeze blowing on a gentle hill but it's so lovely, evanescent and aching because of that.”
  • music22 mentions

    The music in the game is widely praised for its emotional resonance and soothing quality, enhancing the overall immersive experience alongside the stunning visuals and engaging story. Reviewers highlight the soundtrack as a standout feature, describing it as gorgeous and perfectly complementing the game's artistic elements and puzzles. Overall, the combination of beautiful art, compelling narrative, and delightful music creates a relaxing and enjoyable atmosphere that players appreciate.

    • “The soundtrack and art turn the admittedly short game into a vibrantly immersive experience, and the controls (for the most part) served as an asset, rather than a hindrance.”
    • “The music and the art surrounding your creativity and the graphics and the story in general is amazing!”
    • “The story being told is beautiful, the artwork is exquisite and the music is soothing.”
    • “This game has it all: interesting and thoughtful story, beautifully realized art style, and emotionally resonant music.”
  • emotional21 mentions

    The game is widely praised for its emotional depth, with many players reporting that it moved them to tears due to its touching story, beautiful art style, and resonant music. Reviewers describe it as a heartfelt experience that combines compelling narratives with stunning visuals, making it a memorable and emotionally impactful journey. Overall, it is considered a true piece of art that evokes strong feelings and connections with its audience.

    • “This game may have taken me an hour, but I cried at the end; it was so beautiful!”
    • “Lovely graphics and design, emotional music, delightful puzzles, and a compelling story make this game a true piece of art.”
    • “This is a short, beautiful game with Ghibli-esque art and an emotional story.”
  • graphics19 mentions

    The graphics of the game have been widely praised for their stunning beauty and artistic style, often compared to the enchanting visuals of Studio Ghibli films. Reviewers highlight the harmonious relationship between the graphics, story, and music, creating an immersive and emotionally resonant experience. Overall, the game's visuals are described as exquisite, contributing significantly to its appeal and artistic value.

    • “The graphics remind me of all the things I love so much about Studio Ghibli movies... from the graphics to sound effects.”
    • “Lovely graphics and design, emotional music, delightful puzzles, and a compelling story make this game a true piece of art.”
    • “I'm impressed with the great graphics and animation style, and with the storyline, it's just harmonious!”
  • gameplay8 mentions

    Gameplay is described as initially repetitive and slow, but it improves as the game progresses, with many players appreciating its simplicity and clean design. While some feel the experience could be more engaging, the overall consensus highlights enjoyable and relaxing gameplay complemented by beautiful art and music.

    • “5 bucks is slightly too expensive for the experience; however, the gameplay was simple, clean, and feel-good. I quite enjoyed it.”
    • “Omg 😍😍😍😍 that's great! The story, music, graphic design, and also the gameplay are awesome.”
    • “Beautiful art, story, music, and creative gameplay.”
    • “The beginning gameplay is somewhat repetitive and feels like a slow start.”
    • “It gets sad though, so just not finding the gameplay first, just play it.”
  • atmosphere1 mentions

    The atmosphere of the game is characterized as relaxing and is enhanced by a compelling story, making it a noteworthy aspect of the overall experience.

    • “The story and relaxing atmosphere are worth it.”
    • “The immersive atmosphere draws you in and makes you feel part of the world.”
    • “Every detail contributes to a hauntingly beautiful atmosphere that lingers long after playing.”
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