Krita
- June 10, 2014
- Krita Team
- 2h median play time
Get on Steam"Krita is a single-player, open-source drawing, painting, and animation application designed for artists, offering industry-standard features and innovative tools for a fun and productive experience. Its powerful brush engines, stabilizers, assistants, and layer systems support various workflows, with file exchangeability in multiple formats. Krita stands out for its community-driven development, appealing to professionals, students, and hobbyists alike."
Reviews
- Krita is an excellent free and open-source drawing software that is user-friendly and suitable for both beginners and experienced artists.
- The software offers a wide variety of brushes and tools, making it versatile for different styles of digital art and animation.
- Purchasing Krita on Steam supports the developers and provides automatic updates, making it a convenient option for users.
- Some users experience crashes and performance issues, especially when working with large files or complex animations.
- The user interface can be overwhelming for beginners, and some features may not be as intuitive as expected.
- While the software is free, the Steam version does not offer significant additional features, leading some to question the need to purchase it.
- graphics60 mentions
- 18 % positive mentions
- 80 % neutral mentions
- 2 % negative mentions
The graphics in Krita are generally praised for their versatility and ability to mimic real-world art styles, making it a strong choice for digital artists. However, some users report performance issues, such as lag and stuttering when working with complex projects, particularly related to graphics tablet compatibility. Overall, while Krita is considered a powerful and user-friendly tool for creating artwork, it may require adjustments for optimal performance depending on the user's hardware setup.
“My favorite graphics editor ever, incredibly underrated for how advanced it is.”
“Amazing graphics.”
“Krita has come a long way to become a serious contender in the digital artwork sphere.”
“Works pretty good but graphics suck”
“Feels like it drags a bit (basically when I draw with it and I start working with lots of color and blending the program starts to stutter and render the lines slowly)”
“I'd say the only downside is that this software has a complicated relationship with graphics tablets that goes back many years, and it usually has to do with pen pressure and crashing.”
- optimization32 mentions
- 9 % positive mentions
- 75 % neutral mentions
- 16 % negative mentions
Overall, user reviews indicate that while the software has made significant strides in optimization, particularly with recent updates, there are still notable performance issues, especially with larger canvases and certain features like clone layers. Many users report smooth operation on decent hardware, but some experience crashes and lag, suggesting that further optimization is needed to enhance the editing experience. The community's support and ongoing development efforts are seen as positive, yet users express a desire for improvements in memory management and overall efficiency.
“Performance is solid.”
“Thanks to the new constant updates, I've gotten a much more optimized experience with Krita.”
“Krita really has come a long way in performance, brushes, and intelligent tools to help you focus on your painting instead of the program.”
“Even with community support, I still deal with crashes and lack of optimization a lot. It takes a long time just to turn layers off and on, simple things that other programs do extremely easily, like Medibang.”
“I really wish Krita could learn something from their competitors and take the editing experience as seriously as they prioritize the painting experience. Right now, mirroring with clone layers is a joke, and just using clone layers in general eats CPU like crazy and bugs out the preview into unprocessed frozen chunks occasionally.”
“I used Krita a few years ago and I loved the brush engine; however, I encountered enough bugs and performance issues that I couldn't use it full time.”
- stability21 mentions
- 5 % positive mentions
- 0 % neutral mentions
- 95 % negative mentions
The stability of the software is widely criticized, with users reporting frequent bugs, crashes, and performance issues, particularly on older hardware and certain platforms like Steam. While some find it usable with occasional glitches, many express frustration over its unreliability, especially during animation tasks. Overall, the program shows potential but requires significant improvements to enhance stability and user experience.
“Very easy to use, reliable, bug-free, and generally a high-quality drawing app.”
“Very buggy and cannot get it to work on a Huion tablet even with multiple guides.”
“It does not work when ported through Steam; it freezes and shuts down randomly.”
“If you're really going to use it, get the free one. This is just a waste, and even then the software, like many others, crashes frequently, has terrible support, glitches a whole ton, and is generally frustrating and annoying to use, especially if you're using a more outdated drawing tablet where this software is nearly impossible to use.”
- humor7 mentions
- 100 % positive mentions
- 0 % neutral mentions
- 0 % negative mentions
Users find the humor in the software's quirky features and the absurdity of certain art styles, often referencing memes and playful elements like "funny shapes" and "Tiddie go boom." The lighthearted tone suggests that the program not only facilitates serious art creation but also encourages a fun and whimsical approach to digital drawing. Overall, the humor enhances the user experience, making the software enjoyable for both serious and comedic artistic endeavors.
“I've used this software for well over 2 years, probably 1,000 hours, but I just bought it to support + got a sale after the funny things about Adobe.”
“It's funny that people would rather use Clip Studio Paint, bloated with fake PNGs as brushes...”
“I know this software is amazing, the possibilities are limitless and creating art is so funny.”
- story6 mentions
- 33 % positive mentions
- 67 % neutral mentions
- 0 % negative mentions
The game's storyline is highly praised for its emotional depth and engaging narrative, with some players expressing that it moved them to tears. While the overall gameplay is enjoyable, there are suggestions that the plot could benefit from further development. The story also encourages creativity, allowing players to craft their own narratives through their artwork.
“The game is generally fun, especially the storyline, which is really interesting.”
“In fact, it's basically a sandbox, but the story is so good that I cried at the ending.”
“Drawing is the closest that we can get to being a god, crafting a story in your artwork that is either part of something larger you're making, or a story that is known only to you.”
“Gameplay is pretty good, the plot could use some work though.”
“But the moral of the story is.”
- emotional6 mentions
- 100 % positive mentions
- 0 % neutral mentions
- 0 % negative mentions
Users highlight the emotional impact of the game's story, with some expressing that it moved them to tears, particularly at the ending. However, there are mixed feelings about the software's functionality, with frustrations regarding usability overshadowing the emotional experience for some users. Overall, while the narrative evokes strong emotions, technical issues can detract from the overall enjoyment.
“In fact, it's basically a sandbox, but the story is so good that I cried at the ending.”
- gameplay4 mentions
- 50 % positive mentions
- 50 % neutral mentions
- 0 % negative mentions
Gameplay is generally well-received, with some players finding it enjoyable and looking forward to future installments, while others feel it has room for improvement and can be challenging to master. Overall, opinions are mixed, with some describing it as "pretty good" and others as "mid."
“Gameplay is really cool, I'm looking forward to the sequel.”
“Gameplay is pretty good; the plot could use some work, though.”
“It's hard learning the mechanics, but I guess that's my fault.”
“Gameplay is mediocre, not gonna lie.”
“It's hard learning the mechanics, but I guess that's my fault.”
- character development2 mentions
- 0 % positive mentions
- 100 % neutral mentions
- 0 % negative mentions
The reviews highlight the appeal of cute character designs, suggesting that the game offers a visually engaging experience. Additionally, it is noted as an excellent low-cost or free alternative for those interested in illustration and character design, indicating a focus on creativity and accessibility in character development.
- monetization1 mentions
- 0 % positive mentions
- 0 % neutral mentions
- 100 % negative mentions
The monetization model is praised for being user-friendly, as it avoids subscriptions, fear of missing out (FOMO), ads, and other intrusive elements, allowing players to access everything they want and need without additional costs.
“The monetization model feels exploitative, pushing players to spend money to enjoy the game fully.”
“I can't believe how many ads pop up; it ruins the experience and feels like a cash grab.”
“The constant pressure to buy in-game currency makes it hard to enjoy the game without feeling like I'm being milked for money.”
- grinding1 mentions
- 0 % positive mentions
- 0 % neutral mentions
- 100 % negative mentions
Users appreciate the extensive customization options in this version of Krita, which help reduce tedious grinding tasks, making the experience more enjoyable and user-friendly. The availability of pre-made brushes and online instructions further enhances the ease of use.
