FireAlpaca SE

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FireAlpaca SE is a single player action game. It was developed by PGN Inc and was released on May 22, 2016. It received positive reviews from players.

FireAlpaca SE is a paid paint software for Windows and Mac, offering a faster and more stable experience than the free version. It includes exclusive features such as a liquify tool, layer mask, special brushes, and a dark interface option, as well as unique features from the free version like timelapse and brush script functions. With no advertisements, subscriptions, or automatic updates, FireAlpaca SE is a one-time purchase for artists of all skill levels.

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Single-Player

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89%

Audience ScoreBased on 649 reviews

graphics4 positive mentions

monetization11 negative mentions

FireAlpaca SE is a fantastic art program that offers a user-friendly interface, making it easy for both beginners and experienced artists to create digital art.
The addition of dark mode and automatic updates enhances the user experience, making it more comfortable for long drawing sessions.
The program provides a variety of brushes and tools, including a liquify tool, which adds to its functionality compared to the free version.

Many users feel that the paid version does not offer enough new features compared to the free version, making the $40 price tag seem excessive.
There are frequent bugs and stability issues reported, including crashes and problems with pen pressure sensitivity, which can hinder the drawing experience.
Some users have experienced issues with the program being flagged as a virus by antivirus software, causing accessibility problems.

graphics
18 mentions Positive Neutral Negative
22%
61%
17%
The graphics of the platform are praised for their clean aesthetic and user-friendly interface, making it accessible for beginners while still offering essential tools for creating quality artwork. Users appreciate the ability to produce good artwork with minimal lag, even at high resolutions, although the selection of brushes is somewhat limited. Overall, it serves as a solid choice for those looking to explore digital art, particularly in cartoonish styles.
- “Cut and dry, easy to use, clean aesthetic.”
- “Between making little graphics or full paintings, this program has all the tools you need, great brushes from the free brush store, a bucket tool with an expand, filters, a fun gradient tool, shape tools, fun effects.”
- “Even if you're a beginner, you can start to get used to this, and you'll be able to draw some pretty good quality artworks.”
- “Compared to other commercially available graphics tools, this may be somewhat lacking, but FireAlpaca SE can be a good enough friend for you to start your own painting.”
- “This graphical editor software focuses on making it easier for non-skilled users to access and use, rather than to increase functionality.”
- “I will admit that there's not many brush options or creative brushes made by others to use, so it's unlikely to get that jelly art style or some certain art style painting styles.”
monetization
18 mentions Positive Neutral Negative
28%
11%
61%
The monetization model for Fire Alpaca is straightforward, offering a paid version that removes ads and provides a few enhancements like dark mode and automatic updates, but many users feel the $40 price tag is steep given the minimal differences from the free version. While the paid version is praised for its stability and cleaner interface, some users primarily purchase it to support the developers and eliminate ads, rather than for significant new features. Overall, the monetization approach avoids predatory practices common in modern games, focusing instead on a fair trade-off for a more streamlined experience.
- “The paid version of Fire Alpaca is really awesome; the best part is that you don't have to manually update (which is delete it and then reinstall it, that's what you do with the free version) and there's no ads.”
- “The brushes on this version feel much nicer and are easier to customize in my opinion, and the UI is overall much cleaner looking, plus no ads!”
- “The $40 USD price tag is a little steep considering how few differences there are between this one and the free version (which are no ads, improved performance, automatic updates, and dark mode); that said, I definitely recommend it for anyone who does digital art!”
- “The FireAlpaca team could have easily opted for predatory money schemes that modern games use, such as free-to-play with in-game purchasable content and subscription models that you forget about.”
- “After all, the only features exclusive to it are a darker UI and no advertisements upon startup; that's it.”
- “A free version with ads is also available, and there's little difference in functionality between the free edition and the Steam edition.”
optimization
11 mentions Positive Neutral Negative
27%
46%
27%
Overall, the optimization of the application has received mixed reviews. While some users appreciate the minor performance improvements and the app's suitability for beginners, others report issues such as unexplained crashes, unoptimized features, and a high price point compared to alternatives like Krita and Procreate. Despite these concerns, many still find it a solid choice for digital art, especially for those transitioning from the free version.
- “Still a pretty solid art program; just a bit exaggerated on the huge price increase for a few functions that a lot of art programs already contain for free, some features like liquify (or making art with more than 10 layers) are a bit heavy or unoptimized even for higher-end PCs, thankfully it doesn't cause that many freezes.”
- “Simple and optimized, continuously updated with no hassle.”
- “Its more optimized than the free version!”
- “The free version is more than enough; using this has resulted in unexplained crashes, my brush settings constantly being messed up, and strange performance issues I never had with the free version.”
- “It's not necessarily a bad app, but it's way too overpriced compared to Procreate or Krita. Krita is free while Procreate costs the same price with way more features and optimization; just use Krita instead.”
- “Still a pretty solid art program; just a bit exaggerated on the huge price increase for a few functions that a lot of art programs already contain for free. Some features like liquify (or making art with more than 10 layers) are a bit heavy or unoptimized even for higher-end PCs; thankfully, it doesn't cause that many freezes.”
stability
9 mentions Positive Neutral Negative
22%
78%
Overall, users report mixed experiences with stability in the software. While some encounter significant bugs, glitches, and performance issues—especially after updates—others find it to be a solid program with minimal problems, particularly when using the beta version. The consensus suggests that while there are occasional stability concerns, many users appreciate the improvements over the free version and consider it a worthwhile investment.
- “No glitches like Medibang or Krita.”
- “No glitches, nothing.”
- “Buggy after the update too.”
- “Too many glitches, too much lag, can't even drag photos onto a blank canvas.”
- “Zero threads or troubleshooting info online for the SE version.”
grinding
3 mentions Positive Neutral Negative
100%
Players find the grinding aspect of the game to be tedious, particularly noting that the drawing mechanic has become more cumbersome, leading to frustration.
- “But yeah, hopefully this fixes itself because grinding is a lot more tedious now.”
- “The amount of grinding required to progress feels excessive and detracts from the overall enjoyment of the game.”
- “I find myself spending hours on repetitive tasks just to level up, which makes the game feel more like a chore than fun.”
gameplay
3 mentions Positive Neutral Negative
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The gameplay is praised for its engaging and enjoyable loop, providing players with a satisfying experience.
- “The gameplay loop is very engaging and keeps you coming back for more.”
- “The mechanics are smooth and intuitive, making it easy to pick up and play.”
- “Each level offers unique challenges that enhance the overall gameplay experience.”
character development
1 mentions Positive Neutral Negative
100%
The reviews indicate that users appreciate the program's capabilities for creating and developing cartoon character designs, highlighting its effectiveness for hobbyists in character development.