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It Paints Me

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96%Game Brain Score
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96% User Score Based on 155 reviews

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It Paints Me is a single player action game. It was developed by ENDYSIS and was released on October 7, 2024. It received overwhelmingly positive reviews from players.

Every night, you awaken in your studio and paint your masterpiece. Or, at least, you try to. Oh, if only your muse would return. If only lifting your brush didn't fill your fingertips with agony. It Paints Me is a short Gothic horror visual novel about art, pain, and love. It features: 3.9k words 3 endings hand drawn artwork original music partial voice acting …

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96%
Audience ScoreBased on 155 reviews
story41 positive mentions
optimization1 negative mentions
  • The game features stunning hand-drawn artwork that beautifully captures the gothic atmosphere.
  • The writing is compelling and emotional, effectively conveying themes of love, loss, and pain in a short format.
  • Voice acting adds depth to the characters, enhancing the overall experience despite some mixed reviews on its delivery.
  • The game is very short, with playthroughs lasting around 30 minutes, leaving players wanting more depth and exploration of the story.
  • Some players found the voice acting to be lacking in emotion, which detracted from the overall impact of the narrative.
  • The story's vagueness and lack of detailed backstory for the characters made it difficult for some players to fully connect with the plot.
  • story
    100 mentions Positive Neutral Negative

    The story of this visual novel is a brief yet haunting gothic romance that captivates with its beautiful art and atmospheric soundtrack. While many players appreciate its emotional depth and unique twists, some feel that the narrative lacks sufficient detail and character backstory, leaving it feeling somewhat incomplete. Overall, it is praised for its compelling writing and ability to evoke strong feelings despite its short length.

    • “I think that the story in this visual novel puts a creative and unique spin on an idea that you may have seen before, so it is still able to surprise you!”
    • “A short gothic romance, a haunting story that can get you extremely invested in a very short time.”
    • “The art is gorgeous, the voice acting gut-wrenching, and the story itself delightfully bittersweet.”
    • “Due to the vague details of the characters' backstory, it's somewhat difficult to piece together the puzzle and paint a complete picture.”
    • “Unfortunately, the story could have had so much more depth.”
    • “One can scarcely call the script a 'story'—it is more akin to an outline of a story; one which is all glitter and little to no substance.”
  • graphics
    39 mentions Positive Neutral Negative

    The graphics of the game are widely praised for their beautiful gothic art style, with many reviewers highlighting the hand-drawn quality and atmospheric visuals that enhance the storytelling. However, some criticism arises from the limited number of artwork pieces and the simplicity of certain visuals, which may detract from the overall experience. Despite these mixed feelings, the aesthetic is generally regarded as captivating and well-executed, contributing significantly to the game's emotional impact.

    • “The art style is great with excellent use of gothic themes.”
    • “The artwork is spectacular - so beautiful, and yet so heart-wrenching all the same.”
    • “The gothic art style and briefly voiced dialogue suits the story well and overall, it's such a stunning game.”
    • “The hand-drawn artwork is well done, but there are only approximately 10-15 pieces to view in the whole game.”
    • “As is the wont for many artworks today, it seduces with an appealing aesthetic which, upon closer examination, reveals itself as thoroughly commonplace and hollow.”
    • “The artwork was a mixed bag for me, with some of it being more impressive than the rest.”
  • music
    38 mentions Positive Neutral Negative

    The music in the game has received mixed reviews, with many praising its beauty and ability to enhance the atmosphere, particularly in relation to the gothic horror theme. While some players found the soundtrack soothing and fitting for the story, others noted its repetitiveness, which could detract from the experience over time. Overall, the combination of music, art, and voice acting creates a compelling and immersive environment, though some felt it could benefit from more variety.

    • “The original music is beautiful and soothing.”
    • “The artwork and soft soundtrack were absolutely magical, and the voice acting really stood out to me.”
    • “The soundtrack fits so well with the story; at parts where the suspense ramps up, the music is chilling.”
    • “The music is a little bit repetitive, especially after the first playthrough, but does overall benefit the mood of the story during the first playthrough.”
    • “I would love to love the soundtrack, but I found that after a while playing I had to turn the music down, as there's not enough change to benefit the story and it ended up taking away from the delivery of the story.”
    • “The background music is somewhat repetitive after a few loops but it helps with immersion.”
  • atmosphere
    22 mentions Positive Neutral Negative

    The atmosphere of the game is widely praised for its beautiful gothic aesthetic, chilling art, and effective sound design, which together create a compelling and immersive experience. While some reviewers noted that the voice acting could be improved to better match the atmospheric tone, the overall ambiance, music, and writing successfully evoke a dark and melancholic vibe. Despite minor criticisms regarding predictability and simplicity, the game's atmosphere remains a standout feature, making it a recommended choice for fans of gothic horror.

    • “As a lover of gothic horror, the atmosphere, music, and writing were all spot on.”
    • “Amazing atmosphere and sound design.”
    • “The atmosphere, characters, music, voice acting, and art together create a remarkable gothic vibe.”
    • “While some of the artwork is simplistic or 'messy', I felt it always maintained that gothic and foreboding atmosphere and aesthetic.”
    • “I don't think the game quite achieves the gothic atmosphere it sets out to create (perhaps because of its length), but the writing is still very good.”
  • emotional
    11 mentions Positive Neutral Negative

    The game is praised for its stunning artwork, evocative music, and powerful voice acting, all of which contribute to a deeply emotional experience that resonates with players. Many reviewers highlight the game's ability to evoke a wide range of feelings, from joy to heartbreak, often leaving them in tears. Despite its brevity, the story is described as impactful and thought-provoking, making it a memorable and touching experience.

    • “I cried so much, it's a masterpiece.”
    • “Surprisingly philosophical questions are revealing themselves in 'It Paints Me': a short, yet deeply emotional game that immerses you in the love lives of two Victorian lovers.”
    • “Absolutely touching, I enjoyed every second of it!”
  • optimization
    2 mentions Positive Neutral Negative

    The optimization of voice acting in the visual novel is mixed; while the inclusion of voice work is a pleasant surprise for a free title, initial performances are criticized for being stiff and lacking energy. However, the quality improves significantly during the endings, suggesting potential for better execution with some sound editing enhancements.

    • “The only thing I personally didn't like was the voice performances; I felt they lacked energy in some areas. Some lines could have benefited from voice modulation through auto-tuning to make things scarier, or at the very least, a voice change or editing could have enhanced the atmosphere to match the writing in those scenes.”
  • gameplay
    2 mentions Positive Neutral Negative

    The gameplay is typical of a visual novel, focusing on narrative-driven experiences where player choices significantly influence the story's direction and lead to multiple endings.

    • “The gameplay is what you would expect from a visual novel, featuring a narrative with choices made by the player that alters the course of the story, resulting in various endings.”
    • “The gameplay is what you would expect from a visual novel, a narrative with choices made by the player that alters the course of the story, resulting in various endings.”
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It Paints Me is a action game.

It Paints Me is available on PC, Mac OS, Windows and Linux.

It Paints Me was released on October 7, 2024.

It Paints Me was developed by ENDYSIS.

It Paints Me has received overwhelmingly positive reviews from players. Most players liked this game for its story but disliked it for its optimization.

It Paints Me is a single player game.

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