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.
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Reviews
- Adorable visual novel with well-drawn art and cute character designs.
- The story, while simple, is enjoyable and features humorous moments.
- Offers a unique experience with different character personalities and a light-hearted narrative.
- Choices in the game have little to no impact on the story, making it feel linear.
- The writing is often criticized for being boring and poorly executed, with some characters feeling one-dimensional.
- The game is short, with many players feeling it doesn't justify its price due to limited content and repetitive elements.
- story116 mentions
- 34 % positive mentions
- 53 % neutral mentions
- 12 % negative mentions
The story of the visual novel is generally perceived as mediocre, with many reviewers noting a lack of impactful choices and a predictable plot. While some appreciated the character development and art, others found the narrative dull and repetitive, often feeling that the story did not justify its price. Overall, it seems to cater more to those interested in the visual aspects rather than a compelling 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. Those you have do not have any impact or relevancy.”
“For the full price of $10, I can't recommend this because of the lack of more choices, a better and longer story, and more CGs.”
- music12 mentions
- 17 % positive mentions
- 58 % neutral mentions
- 25 % negative mentions
The music in the game is generally described as serviceable and unremarkable, providing a decent backdrop without being memorable or intrusive. While some players found it acceptable, it lacks standout qualities that would elevate the overall experience.
“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 was fine, I guess.”
- graphics12 mentions
- 67 % positive mentions
- 8 % neutral mentions
- 25 % negative mentions
The graphics of the game are praised for their vibrant and colorful artwork, which many players find appealing. However, while the art style is considered solid, some reviewers feel that the overall experience does not justify the price, especially for those seeking a compelling story or adult content. The visuals are noted to be a highlight, but the game is ultimately seen as lacking depth beyond its aesthetic appeal.
“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.”
“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.”
“Overall, it's a nice short visual novel with great artwork.”
“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!”
“The graphics are lackluster and fail to impress, making the overall experience feel cheap and unpolished.”
“The character designs are uninspired and the environments are bland, which detracts from the immersion of the game.”
- gameplay10 mentions
- 20 % positive mentions
- 50 % neutral mentions
- 30 % negative mentions
The gameplay of "Catch Canvas" has received overwhelmingly negative feedback, with multiple reviewers rating it 0/10 due to a lack of meaningful choices and engagement. The game is described as short, lasting only 2-4 hours, but the pacing and delivery of content feel unsatisfying, as players experience long stretches without new content followed by abrupt changes that lack a sense of achievement. While some features are noted as cool, they do not significantly enhance the overall gameplay experience.
“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 development8 mentions
- 25 % positive mentions
- 38 % neutral mentions
- 38 % negative mentions
Character development in the game is noted for its potential, with players learning to motivate characters and experiencing some quirky traits. However, many reviews highlight that the development feels rushed and sudden, leading to stagnation in relationships, and express a desire for a longer story to allow for deeper character growth. Overall, while there are moments of character development, the execution leaves much to be desired.
“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.”
“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.”
- humor6 mentions
- 100 % positive mentions
- 0 % neutral mentions
- 0 % negative mentions
The humor in the game is described as mild and not particularly memorable, with only a few funny moments that don't stand out. While it may not be as original or comedic as other titles, the casual pacing and well-written story are appreciated, though the attempt to incorporate erotic content feels forced. Overall, it appeals more to those seeking a lighthearted narrative rather than a full-on comedy.
“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.”
- replayability4 mentions
- 50 % positive mentions
- 0 % neutral mentions
- 50 % negative mentions
Reviewers express disappointment in the game's replayability, citing a lack of meaningful player choices and character depth. They feel that the scripted nature of pivotal plot moments detracts from the overall fun and limits the potential for varied 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.”
“I have played much better games, with choices that matter and really increase the replayability, along with much deeper characters and more engaging scenes.”
“I have played much better games, with choices that matter and really increase the replayability, along with much deeper characters and more engaging scenes.”
- emotional2 mentions
- 0 % positive mentions
- 0 % neutral mentions
- 100 % negative mentions
The emotional aspect of the game is largely criticized, with users finding the story unengaging and lacking the depth or connection they expected. Overall, it fails to evoke meaningful emotions or investment from players.
“Boring story and you're not going to find what you came here for.”
