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"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."

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96%
Audience ScoreBased on 4,326 reviews
graphics26 positive mentions
stability42 negative mentions

  • Krita is a powerful and versatile digital art program that is user-friendly and suitable for both beginners and professionals.
  • The software offers a vast library of brushes and customization options, allowing for endless creativity and flexibility in artwork.
  • Krita is free to download from the official website, and purchasing it on Steam supports the developers while providing automatic updates.
  • Some users experience crashes and performance issues, especially when working with large files or complex projects.
  • The user interface can be overwhelming for beginners, and certain features may require additional learning or troubleshooting.
  • There are occasional bugs and inconsistencies with tablet support, which can affect the drawing experience.
  • graphics
    134 mentions Positive Neutral Negative

    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 artworks, particularly if their graphics hardware is not optimal. Overall, while Krita is considered a powerful tool for creating digital art, users should be aware of potential compatibility issues with certain graphics tablets and the need for proper settings adjustments to enhance performance.

    • “My favorite graphics editor ever, incredibly underrated for how advanced it is.”
    • “Amazing graphics.”
    • “Krita is developed for digital artists for the purpose of creating art and graphics.”
    • “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 couldn't understand why I can't get HD graphics with Krita.”
  • optimization
    72 mentions Positive Neutral Negative

    Krita generally performs well, especially with large files and complex projects, offering smooth operation and stability. However, some users report issues with crashes, lag during simple tasks, and a need for better optimization in certain areas, such as memory usage and specific features like clone layers. Regular updates have improved performance, but there are still areas that require attention to enhance the overall user experience.

    • “Even with large files and complex projects, it runs smoothly without any lag.”
    • “Additionally, Krita's excellent performance and stability, even when working with large files or complex artworks, ensure that your creative flow remains uninterrupted.”
    • “Thanks to the new constant updates, I've gotten a much more optimized experience with Krita.”
    • “Even with community support, I still deal with crashes and a 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. For example, 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 was going to rate this up because it's still early in development and bugs/poor optimization are natural, but since we buyers are restricted to version 3.0 and 2 or 3 beta builds, which are unusable for some, it's a no vote for me.”
  • stability
    44 mentions Positive Neutral Negative

    The stability of the software is widely criticized, with users reporting frequent bugs, crashes, and performance issues, particularly on various operating systems and with specific drawing tablets. While some users acknowledge improvements in recent updates, many still experience significant frustration due to lag, freezing, and unresponsive features, making it challenging to use effectively for animation and drawing tasks. Overall, the program shows potential but remains plagued by stability concerns that can hinder the user experience.

    • “Very easy to use, reliable, bug-free, and generally a very high-quality drawing app.”
    • “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.”
    • “I start it up, the tools are a little confusing, but then I start actually drawing; and I'm met with tons of lag and a program that freezes mid-stroke multiple times.”
  • humor
    14 mentions Positive Neutral Negative

    Users find the humor in the software's quirky features and the absurdity of certain art styles, often referencing memes and playful expressions. The lighthearted tone and amusing comparisons to other programs contribute to a fun and engaging experience, making the creative process enjoyable. Overall, the humor enhances the appeal of the software, encouraging users to explore their artistic potential.

    • “I've used this software for well over 2 years, probably 1k hours, but I just bought it to support + got a sale after the funny things about Adobe.”
    • “Hehe, funny shapes go burrrrrrrrrrrrrrrrrrrrrrrrrrrrrrrrrrrrrrrrrrrrrrrrrrrrrrrrrrrrrrrrrrrrrrrrrrrrrrrrrrrrrrrrrrrr.”
    • “I know this software is amazing, possibilities are limitless and creating art is so funny.”
  • story
    12 mentions Positive Neutral Negative

    The game's storyline is highly praised for its emotional depth and engaging narrative, with some players expressing that it moved them to tears by the end. While the overall gameplay is enjoyable, there are suggestions that the plot could benefit from further development. The sandbox nature of the game allows for personal storytelling through creativity, enhancing the overall experience.

    • “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.”
    • “But the moral of the story is.”
  • emotional
    12 mentions Positive Neutral Negative

    Users express a strong emotional connection to the game's story, with one reviewer noting that it moved them to tears at the ending. However, some users also report frustration and disappointment with technical issues, which detracts from their overall experience. The emotional impact of the narrative contrasts sharply with the challenges faced in the software's functionality.

    • “In fact, it's basically a sandbox, but the story is so good that I cried at the ending.”
    • “Trying to learn something when you're emotionally drained and exhausted constantly isn't a good thing.”
  • gameplay
    10 mentions Positive Neutral Negative

    Gameplay is generally well-received, with many players appreciating its depth and mechanics, though some find it challenging to learn without tutorials. While opinions vary, with some describing it as "mid," others express excitement for future installments. Overall, the gameplay is seen as a strong point, despite some critiques regarding the plot.

    • “Gameplay is really cool, I'm looking forward to the sequel.”
    • “Gameplay is pretty good, the plot could use some work though.”
    • “Gameplay is mid, not gonna lie.”
    • “It's hard learning the mechanics, but I guess that's my fault.”
    • “I recommend watching a few tutorials to get you started as there are a lot of mechanics.”
  • character development
    4 mentions Positive Neutral Negative

    The reviews highlight the appeal of cute character design, emphasizing its effectiveness as a low-cost or free alternative to Photoshop for illustration and character development. This suggests that the game offers accessible tools for users interested in creating and developing characters.

  • music
    2 mentions Positive Neutral Negative

    Users find the music software to be of high quality, but note that it can be somewhat challenging to navigate for music creation.

  • monetization
    2 mentions Positive Neutral Negative

    The monetization model is praised for being straightforward and user-friendly, as it avoids subscriptions, fear of missing out (FOMO), ads, and other intrusive elements, allowing players to enjoy the game without additional financial pressure.

  • grinding
    2 mentions Positive Neutral Negative

    Users appreciate the grinding aspect of Krita for its extensive customization options and pre-made brushes, which significantly reduce tedious tasks and enhance the overall user experience. The software is noted for being fun and easy to use, aided by helpful online instructions.

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