Été

96%
Game Brain Score Based on 69 reviews
  • graphics
  • gameplay
  • optimization
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"Été is a single-player Role Playing game with good graphics and music, where you play as a traveling painter exploring Montreal during the summer. Use watercolor to paint the 3D world and reveal its wonders, collect ideas for your album, and create 2D watercolor artworks on canvas. Befriend locals and fulfill inspiring commissions in this relaxing and creative game."

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96%
Audience ScoreBased on 69 reviews
graphics10 positive mentions
optimization4 negative mentions
  • The game features beautiful watercolor art and a relaxing atmosphere, making it a perfect cozy experience.
  • Players enjoy the creative freedom to paint the world and complete various quests, which adds depth to the gameplay.
  • The charming representation of Montreal and its culture, along with engaging characters, enhances the overall enjoyment of the game.
  • The game suffers from significant performance issues, including lag and crashes, even on capable hardware.
  • Many players report a lack of clear instructions and bugs that hinder gameplay, making it frustrating at times.
  • The in-game time does not pause while painting, which can interrupt the creative process and feel rushed.
  • graphics18 mentions

    The game's graphics are widely praised for their stunning visuals and charming art style, creating a beautifully realized painterly world that enhances the overall experience. However, many users report performance issues even on capable hardware, leading to frustration despite the game's aesthetic appeal and creative mechanics. Overall, the graphics contribute significantly to the game's relaxing and immersive atmosphere, making it a favorite among players seeking a creative outlet.

    • “It is absolutely stunning visually, has a wonderful and soothing soundtrack, and offers you unprecedented creative possibilities. I've never seen a game that lets you create such cool artwork, and I've played my fair share of Passpartout-adjacent games.”
    • “So much content and the graphics and colors are breathtaking.”
    • “Everything from the painting mechanics to the beautifully realized painterly world aesthetics drew me in; I'm also a sucker for bringing out my inner artistic creativity, which this game allows in such an amazingly fun and 3D way.”
    • “I have a decent box (well above their minimum requirements), and even with the graphics dropped to the lowest quality, this game chugs.”
    • “I have tried even the lowest possible settings with like every optional graphic setting disabled to improve performance, but this sadly changed nothing.”
    • “My computer isn't the best gaming laptop but it's not the cheapest either, closer to mid with a NVIDIA GeForce RTX 3050 graphics card, AMD Ryzen 4000 H, and 3 TB of storage available.”
  • gameplay14 mentions

    The gameplay is centered around a unique painting mechanic that allows players to create art while exploring a beautifully crafted world, particularly set in Montreal. Players find the mechanics easy to grasp and enjoy the relaxing, immersive experience enhanced by a captivating soundtrack and witty dialogue. However, some users have reported performance issues on lower-end systems when utilizing the painting feature.

    • “The two mechanics of creating art and exploring are both things I could do for hours.”
    • “Everything from the painting mechanics to the beautifully realized painterly world aesthetics drew me in; I'm also a sucker for bringing out my inner artistic creativity, which this game allows in such an amazingly fun and 3D way. I was not expecting it, but it works wonderfully.”
    • “The painting mechanic is wonderful, as you turn 3D objects into 2D artworks to fund your journey.”
    • “The mechanics are pretty easy and straightforward, although I prefer the controller style over keyboard and mouse.”
    • “I love how you can paint the world and how the mechanics work while painting on an easel. My only problem, which is a personal issue, is that my computer drops FPS quite a lot once I start painting the world; it gets under 20 FPS because it's under the minimum specs (mine is NVIDIA 1050) even with the lowest settings.”
    • “The 'painting' mechanic is spot-on, using stickers to paint with.”
  • optimization13 mentions

    Overall, the game's optimization has received mixed reviews, with many players reporting significant performance issues such as frame rate stuttering, long load times, and bugs that detract from the experience. While some users have managed to run the game smoothly on standard hardware, others have struggled even at lower settings, indicating a need for further optimization from the developers. Despite these challenges, players still find enjoyment in the game, hoping for future improvements.

    • “Ui & performance nitpicks aside, it's incredibly soothing to watch the city reveal itself.”
    • “The game runs smoothly on my computer, the loading times are short too.”
    • “I really hope the developers will fix some non-critical bugs and improve the performance so that as many people as possible can enjoy this game.”
    • “It appears to either be thrown together very quickly, also because of many QoL/optimization issues (like your 'stickers' not auto-populating and needing to be loaded in manually every time you change categories).”
    • “Now I have a pretty standard PC; it's not top of the line, but it can handle running all other indie and AAA games I have tried just fine, so some optimization is clearly needed.”
    • “The performance in certain areas of the game struggled so much that I got a headache until I had to turn it down to a 720p window, which still didn't remove the stutter and frame rate decreases.”
  • story10 mentions

    The game's story is woven into its gameplay through charming writing and engaging quests that enhance the painting experience. Players can collect stamps, complete commissions for local characters, and explore a vibrant world, all while enjoying a relaxed narrative that keeps the gameplay fresh and interconnected. Overall, the story serves as a delightful backdrop to the creative and exploratory elements of the game.

    • “The art, the storyline, the characters.”
    • “The writing is really charming, and I enjoy the exploration and the amount of commission side quests you are given.”
    • “The various components of gameplay - learning to navigate, finding subjects for your paintings, meeting characters, and completing quests - all happen in a very organic, interwoven way, so you're never letting one element falter by seeking out another.”
    • “The writing is really charming, but the story feels underdeveloped and lacks depth.”
    • “The story or quests feel secondary to the painting mechanics, making it hard to engage with the narrative.”
    • “While the game has interesting characters, the overall plot is weak and fails to captivate.”
  • music8 mentions

    The music in the game is consistently praised for its beauty and relaxing qualities, enhancing the overall experience of the visually stunning environments. Players find the soundtrack to be soothing and a perfect complement to the creative gameplay, making it an ideal choice for a calming gaming session. Overall, the combination of beautiful visuals and a captivating soundtrack contributes significantly to the game's charm.

    • “The soundtrack is relaxing - get a good cup of tea and cozy up!”
    • “The music is beautiful too, very relaxing.”
    • “It is absolutely stunning visually, has a wonderful and soothing soundtrack, and offers you unprecedented creative possibilities.”
  • stability1 mentions

    The game is reported to have significant stability issues, with users frequently encountering bugs that affect gameplay.

    • “The game is plagued with bugs that disrupt gameplay.”
    • “I frequently encounter crashes that make it unplayable.”
    • “There are numerous stability issues that need to be addressed.”
  • monetization1 mentions

    The monetization aspect of the game is subtly integrated, with players engaging in activities that hint at illicit themes, such as creating promotional materials for illegal sales, which may not be openly discussed but adds a layer of intrigue to the experience.

  • atmosphere1 mentions

    Players are captivated by the game's atmosphere, which has been consistently praised since experiencing the demo at last year's next fest.

    • “Ever since playing their Next Fest demo last year, the entire atmosphere of the game has captivated me.”
    • “The haunting soundtrack and stunning visuals create an immersive atmosphere that pulls you into the game world.”
    • “Every corner of the environment is filled with detail, making the atmosphere feel alive and engaging.”
  • emotional1 mentions

    Players often find the game unexpectedly emotional, with many expressing that they were drawn in by its wholesome themes showcased in the trailer. This element of surprise adds to the game's charm, making it a memorable experience for those who engage with it.

  • humor1 mentions

    The humor in the game is accessible and enjoyable, as players can easily create amusing and visually appealing art using 3-dimensional stamps, regardless of their artistic skills.

    • “Painting with 3-dimensional stamps is surprisingly simple, and you don't need an artistic bone to create something good-looking or funny.”
  • grinding1 mentions

    Players appreciate that the grinding aspect of the game fosters creativity while avoiding tediousness, making the experience enjoyable rather than monotonous.

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