Canvas Quest
- July 15, 2017
- Chao's Playmate
Get on SteamIn Canvas Quest, a turn-based JRPG, play as Bob, an ordinary man seeking to rescue his kidnapped wife from the Evil King. With its unique stickman art style and hand-drawn graphics, the game rewards experimentation, as new moves and spells have unpredictable effects and uses. Experience a lighthearted yet mysterious adventure as Bob and his friends embark on a journey through Circle Town and beyond.
PC
Windows
Reviews
- The game features an interesting and challenging battle system with a good variety of enemies and equipment that encourages tactical thinking.
- Despite its rough design choices, the game offers a rewarding progression system and a fun, smaller-scale adventure for fans of the JRPG genre.
- The developer has shown a commitment to addressing issues and improving the game, providing personal support to players experiencing glitches.
- The game's visual presentation is criticized for being low quality, with amateurish art and a lack of effort in asset creation.
- Many players find the plot to be generic and unoriginal, with a clichéd storyline that fails to engage.
- There are significant technical issues, including glitches that can block progression, leading to frustration among players.
- story10 mentions
- 30 % positive mentions
- 40 % neutral mentions
- 30 % negative mentions
The story of Canvas Quest is described as generic and cheesy, revolving around a classic quest to defeat an "evil king," which some players find unoriginal and lacking depth. However, others appreciate its charm and pacing, suggesting that while the graphics may be subpar, the narrative still offers an engaging experience for those who prioritize gameplay over aesthetics. Overall, opinions on the story are mixed, with some finding it enjoyable despite its flaws.
“The story is a little cheesy yet has a good element to it.”
“Also the story has a good plot and moves along quite well.”
“The game has once again a great story and some people don't like the way the game looks, but how I see it, that doesn't change the gameplay and the gameplay is really what I desire most in a game.”
“To be blunt, I'm not an RPG fan; I usually consider games like Final Fantasy too long to play with a convoluted story.”
“The plot is painfully generic, as you adventure to fight the 'evil king'.”
“Canvas Quest is one of hundreds of low-effort retro-pixel RPG Maker asset flips spamming the Steam catalog, made with the RPG Maker video game construction kit. In their own words, 'our easy-to-use tools are simple enough for a child.' Unlike most RPG Maker 'games', this replaces the usual low quality/canned assets from RPG Maker with MS Paint garbage; zero effort went into creating the game assets.”
- graphics6 mentions
- 50 % positive mentions
- -17 % neutral mentions
- 67 % negative mentions
The graphics of the game have been widely criticized for their poor quality, featuring a mix of retro pixel art and amateurish MS Paint-style drawings that detract from the overall experience. Many reviewers noted the lack of budget and talent behind the visuals, which are further hampered by the limitations of the RPG Maker engine, resulting in inadequate support for modern display resolutions. While some players may find charm in the simplistic art style, the consensus is that the graphics are a significant drawback for those seeking a polished visual experience.
“The graphics are beautifully crafted, bringing the vibrant world to life with stunning detail and color.”
“The character designs are unique and visually appealing, adding a charming touch to the overall aesthetic.”
“The environments are richly designed, creating an immersive experience that draws you into the game's universe.”
“The artwork here is terrible; it's a blend of old retro pixel 'art' used as a substitute for contemporary PC graphics, and some of the most amateurish MS Paint style drawings I've ever hurt my eyes on.”
“This is due to a lack of budget to arrange someone who can do graphics properly and a lack of talent.”
“As with all RPG Maker games, the poor quality engine displays badly in fullscreen and doesn't have full HD support or any graphics tweaking options, making this unacceptable for any dedicated modern PC gamer.”
- gameplay4 mentions
- 25 % positive mentions
- 25 % neutral mentions
- 50 % negative mentions
The gameplay in this RPG Maker game has received mixed reviews, with some players finding it lacking and poorly executed, while others appreciate the engaging story despite the game's visual shortcomings. While minor quirks in battle mechanics and animations are acknowledged due to the developer's inexperience, the overall gameplay experience is seen as a significant factor for enjoyment.
“The game has once again a great story, and while some people don't like the way the game looks, that doesn't change the gameplay, which is really what I desire most in a game.”
“The 'art' has already been discussed, but the gameplay itself, because this is an RPG Maker game, is also completely awful.”
“This is the first game by Chao's Playmate, so I can definitely accept a few minor quirks in the battle mechanics and animations.”
- humor3 mentions
- 100 % positive mentions
- 0 % neutral mentions
- 0 % negative mentions
The humor in the game is hit-or-miss, appealing primarily to fans of meme culture, while others may find it less engaging. Overall, it features some amusing moments and is complemented by a solid plot, making it enjoyable for those who appreciate its comedic style.
“Pick it up and give it a try, especially if you like memes and that brand of humor; if you don't, you'll probably want to give it a pass.”
“This game is really enjoyable; it's funny and actually has a nice plot.”
“It's a little funny here and there.”
- grinding1 mentions
- 0 % positive mentions
- -200 % neutral mentions
- 300 % negative mentions
Players find the grinding aspect of the game enjoyable but express frustration over glitches that can lead to lost progress. Despite these issues, many still recommend the game, hoping for future patches to improve the experience.
“If the publisher reads this, please tell me how to avoid this because it's a really fun game, but it sucks that I lost some of my grinding time. I still recommend it though, as I'm sure it's just an honest glitch the creators can patch.”
“The grinding in this game feels endless and tedious, making it hard to enjoy the otherwise great gameplay.”
“I love the concept of the game, but the grinding is so repetitive that it takes away from the overall experience.”
