But to Paint a Universe

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But to Paint a Universe is a single player casual puzzle game. It was developed by JMJ Interactive and was released on January 15, 2015. It received neutral reviews from players.

A puzzle-game telling the story of a little girls struggle to restore a broken sky.

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56%

Audience ScoreBased on 25 reviews

music9 positive mentions

gameplay3 negative mentions

The game features beautiful artwork and soothing music, creating a relaxing atmosphere for players.
It offers a variety of puzzles with changing rules, keeping the gameplay fresh and engaging.
The game allows for casual play without penalties, making it accessible for all types of players.

Technical issues such as the inability to alt-tab and disappearing mouse cursor detract from the overall experience.
The gameplay can feel tedious and lacks strategic depth, often relying on luck rather than skill.
Achievements and online leaderboards are non-functional, impacting the game's completion rate for players.

music
18 mentions Positive Neutral Negative
50%
33%
17%
The music in the game receives mixed reviews, with many players appreciating its beauty and calming qualities, enhancing the overall experience. However, some find it repetitive or annoying over time, leading to a desire for more flexible audio options. Overall, while the soundtrack is often praised for its relaxing and artistic nature, it can also become tiresome for some players.
- “Fantastic graphics and storyline set to beautiful music.”
- “When you start the game, you're greeted by some very beautiful music that makes you just want to leave the game open and listen to it forever.”
- “The art is soft and beautiful while the music leaves a calm feeling as you work toward success.”
- “The music quickly becomes tiresome, which led me to mute the sound and just listen to something else.”
- “Depending on the game, I usually find the music to be annoying or not needed.”
- “The only problem with the music is that the only way to turn it off is to turn off the game volume altogether.”
story
12 mentions Positive Neutral Negative
33%
42%
25%
The game features a simple yet effective story that complements its puzzle mechanics, enhancing the overall experience with charming aesthetics and a pleasant soundtrack. While some reviewers noted the story's cliched elements, it is praised for its unique presentation and ability to tie into the gameplay, making it a noteworthy aspect of the game. Overall, the narrative adds depth to the otherwise straightforward matching game, keeping players engaged throughout.
- “Fantastic graphics and storyline set to beautiful music.”
- “Perhaps the best part about this game is that it tells a story in a unique way.”
- “It's really impressive that a simple puzzle game like this has a story that both makes sense and ties into the simplicity.”
- “The downside is this also includes story elements.”
- “The story itself is simple, but it's there.”
- “Among the positive aspects of the game, it has a story mode, with a simple but effective story over-laying the main part of the game - a basic matching game, with slight differences in each level, keeping it fresh throughout.”
gameplay
7 mentions Positive Neutral Negative
29%
28%
43%
The gameplay is fundamentally flawed, leaving players confused about objectives and lacking strategic depth, which makes it feel tedious rather than engaging. Although it becomes more complex as players progress, the added intricacies do not enhance the overall enjoyment, suggesting that the game feels underdeveloped in its mechanics.
- “The gameplay does get successively more complex, and you have to figure out the rules for each area, but that does not make the gameplay itself any more interesting.”
- “Sadly, while I feel this game is undercooked and could have gone a bit longer in the mechanics development, it's serviceable enough once you understand what it is lacking.”
- “This isn't a bad game, but I wouldn't recommend it because the gameplay is flawed at the core.”
- “Once the gameplay began, after reading the very short set of directions, I was lost and confused as to what the goal of the game was.”
- “This takes away a lot of pressure to make good choices, and as a result, the gameplay becomes more tedious than enjoyable.”
graphics
5 mentions Positive Neutral Negative
80%
20%
The graphics of the game are praised for their pleasing aesthetics and quaint style, contributing to a soothing atmosphere that enhances the overall experience. Players appreciate the combination of beautiful visuals and music, making it particularly appealing to puzzle enthusiasts.
- “A good game for puzzle-lovers; with nice aesthetics and a soothing atmosphere, I recommend it to all.”
- “A very quaint puzzle game, with a cute story and pleasing aesthetics.”
- “Fantastic graphics and storyline set to beautiful music.”
emotional
3 mentions Positive Neutral Negative
100%
Players report a strong emotional impact, often feeling deeply moved by pivotal moments in the game, such as realizing the stakes involved, which can lead to tears and a profound connection to the narrative.
- “Tears welled up in his eyes when he realized what exactly was at stake.”
- “The story's depth made me feel a profound connection to the characters, leaving me emotionally invested in their journey.”
- “I found myself reflecting on my own life experiences as the game unfolded, evoking a sense of nostalgia and empathy.”
atmosphere
2 mentions Positive Neutral Negative
100%
The game is praised for its soothing atmosphere and appealing aesthetics, making it an excellent choice for puzzle enthusiasts. Reviewers recommend it for its calming ambiance and visual appeal.
- “A good game for puzzle-lovers; with nice aesthetics and a soothing atmosphere. I recommend it to all.”
- “Conclusion: a good game for puzzle-lovers; with nice aesthetics and a soothing atmosphere. I recommend it to all.”
grinding
2 mentions Positive Neutral Negative
100%
Players find the grinding aspect of the game tedious, noting a lack of strategy and skill in the fundamental gameplay, which diminishes the enjoyment and makes the experience feel monotonous.
- “However, I quickly found this game to be tedious, since there does not seem to be a lot of strategy or skill involved in the fundamental gameplay.”
- “This takes away a lot of pressure to make good choices, and as a result, the gameplay becomes more tedious than enjoyable.”