Catch Canvas
- October 14, 2016
- Razzart Visual
- 5h median play time
Get on SteamIn "Catch Canvas," players assume the role of a high school art teacher, tasked with guiding students in their artistic pursuits while navigating personal relationships and school politics. The game features a visual novel style with multiple endings, painting gameplay, and character development. Players' choices influence the outcome of their relationships and the students' artistic progression, adding depth and replayability to the experience.
Reviews
- The art is well drawn and colorful, contributing to the overall charm of the visual novel.
- The characters have distinct personalities, making interactions enjoyable and adding depth to the story.
- The writing is generally well done, with some humorous moments that enhance the experience.
- The story is considered boring and predictable, lacking meaningful choices that impact the outcome.
- Many players found the game to be too short, with only a few hours of gameplay and limited replay value.
- The adult content is minimal and not as explicit as advertised, leading to disappointment for those seeking more erotic scenes.
- story58 mentions
- 34 % positive mentions
- 53 % neutral mentions
- 12 % negative mentions
The story aspect of the game receives mixed reviews, with many players finding it either boring or lacking depth, as choices have minimal impact on the narrative. While some appreciate the character development and art, others criticize the plot for being flat and repetitive, with a few noting that the story can be enjoyable if approached with the right expectations. Overall, the game is seen as a visual novel that may appeal to fans of the genre but falls short for those seeking a compelling or impactful storyline.
“The length of the story is just amazing, and the fact that I was actually interested in it the whole time made it worth the $10, easy.”
“I loved this story; most visual novels don't show you what's behind the curtains of romance, this one was a real gem in my opinion.”
“Each girl has her own personal story that develops and is solved by the end, which is great.”
“This being a visual novel, you will mostly just follow along the story with little to no impact. While there are a few choices, they really don't do much, besides getting a different reaction from the girls. The only real choice that matters is the last one, and it's just picking an ending.”
“The story is very flat, and you do not have many choices, and those you have do not have any impact or relevance.”
“The entire 'game' is essentially a railroad track of mediocre character writing with no real story.”
- music6 mentions
- 17 % positive mentions
- 33 % neutral mentions
- 50 % negative mentions
The music in the game is generally considered serviceable, providing a decent backdrop without being particularly memorable or intrusive. While some players find it acceptable, there are hints of dissatisfaction, suggesting it could have been more impactful. Overall, the soundtrack is viewed as adequate but lacking in standout qualities.
“The music: I have to mention this.”
“The music and backgrounds are serviceable, never being memorable but not getting in the way either.”
“The music is fine, but!!!!”
“Music: 5”
- graphics6 mentions
- 67 % positive mentions
- 17 % neutral mentions
- 17 % negative mentions
The graphics of the game are praised for their vibrant and appealing artwork, which enhances the overall experience despite the game's shortcomings in other areas. While the visuals are solid and enjoyable, some players feel that the game does not offer enough content to justify its price, particularly for those seeking a deeper narrative or more extensive adult scenes. Overall, the art style stands out as a highlight, though it may not be enough to satisfy all players.
“The artwork is really nice and colorful; that is all I have to say about it.”
“It's not a long visual novel and far from perfect, but the artwork is solid, and you will want to finish and explore it all. It was good enough for that; I enjoyed it.”
“The art style is amazing; I really enjoy it. If anything, I am sad there isn't more to the gallery, but 21 is fine.”
“If you're in for the story - don't bother, if you're in for the artwork - don't bother, and if you're in for the adult scenes - completely don't bother!”
- gameplay5 mentions
- 20 % positive mentions
- 20 % neutral mentions
- 60 % negative mentions
The gameplay of Catch Canvas is criticized for its lack of meaningful choices, with multiple reviewers giving it a score of 0/10 due to the absence of interactive elements. While the game features a cool aspect, it is described as a short experience lasting only 2-4 hours, with poor pacing that detracts from player engagement.
“No idea how it affects gameplay, but it is a cool feature nonetheless.”
“Gameplay 0/10 - no actual choices or gameplay.”
“The pacing of the CG is so bad where you will see nothing new for a long time, then suddenly get multiple new CG all at once, and none of it feels earned as there are no choices or gameplay.”
“Catch Canvas is a short game; I would estimate 2-4 hours of gameplay (I finished in 2.7 hours).”
- character development4 mentions
- 50 % positive mentions
- 0 % neutral mentions
- 50 % negative mentions
Character development in the game is noted for its potential, with some quirky elements and moments of growth; however, many players feel it suffers from rushed pacing and stagnation, leading to a lack of depth in relationships. The overall consensus suggests that a longer narrative could have enhanced character arcs significantly.
“As time goes on, you learn how to motivate each of them along with some character development.”
“There were some quirky character elements and some character development, but the repetition kind of killed it as your relationship with the characters just kind of stagnates quickly.”
“There were some quirky character elements and some character development, but the repetition kind of killed it as your relationship with the characters just stagnates quickly.”
“It's a shame that the story wasn't a little longer with better character development since most of the character development was rushed or just extremely sudden.”
- humor3 mentions
- 100 % positive mentions
- 0 % neutral mentions
- 0 % negative mentions
The humor in the game is described as mild and not particularly memorable, with a few amusing moments that lack originality compared to similar titles. While it doesn't fully embrace a comedic tone, the casual pacing and well-written story may appeal to those seeking lighthearted entertainment rather than explicit content.
“It might not be as funny or as original as some other similar titles here on Steam, but I actually quite enjoyed the theme and the pacing of the story - it's very casual and not a full-on comedy, but definitely follows this formula on purpose.”
“There is an effort to add some erotic content toward the end, but it felt tacked on. So if you are looking for porn or eroticism, keep looking; but if you want a well-written funny story, this may be for you.”
- replayability2 mentions
- 150 % positive mentions
- -100 % neutral mentions
- 50 % negative mentions
Reviewers feel that the game's replayability is limited due to a lack of meaningful player choices and character depth, suggesting that more impactful decisions and a richer narrative could significantly enhance the overall experience and encourage multiple playthroughs.
“There are so many pivotal moments in the plot where a choice made by the player rather than a pre-made script would have added a lot more depth to the game and would have overall made the game much more fun to play, as well as adding to the replay value.”
“The game offers multiple endings and branching storylines that encourage players to explore different choices, significantly enhancing its replayability.”
“With various character paths and decisions that lead to unique outcomes, this game invites players to experience it multiple times for a fresh perspective each playthrough.”
“I have played much better games, with choices that matter and really increase the replayability, along with much deeper characters and more engaging scenes.”
- emotional1 mentions
- 0 % positive mentions
- -200 % neutral mentions
- 300 % negative mentions
The emotional aspect of the game is criticized for its lackluster storytelling, leaving players feeling unfulfilled and disconnected from the experience.
“The story is dull and fails to evoke any emotional connection.”
“I expected a deep emotional experience, but it fell flat.”
“The characters lacked depth, making it hard to feel anything for them.”
