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Matsuro Palette

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100%Game Brain Score
Most mentioned positive aspects:story, music
Most mentioned negative aspects:gameplay
100% User Score Based on 71 reviews

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Matsuro Palette is a single player casual simulation game with horror and mystery themes. It was developed by SleepingMuseum and was released on October 14, 2020. It received overwhelmingly positive reviews from players.

A mystery horror visual novel game where you must survive seven days with a cursed painting. The protagonist, trapped in a gloomy studio for seven days, must contend with a cursed painting of a girl to survive. Rely on notes from past victims and manage to successfully paint her portrait. Be careful not to upset her, or you'll quickly find yourself facing an unfortunate fate! Will you be the one…

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100%Audience ScoreBased on 71 reviews
story27 positive mentions
gameplay3 negative mentions
  • The game features a deeply emotional and captivating story that resonates with players, offering a unique narrative experience.
  • Beautiful art style and atmospheric soundtrack enhance the haunting and melancholic tone of the game.
  • Simple yet engaging puzzle mechanics complement the narrative without overwhelming the player, making it accessible and enjoyable.
  • The game is relatively short, which may leave some players wanting more content or longer gameplay.
  • The puzzles can sometimes be too simple or abstract, leading to moments of guesswork and possible frustration.
  • Limited platform compatibility issues, such as lack of support for certain operating systems, have been noted.

  • story

    60 mentions Positive Neutral Negative
    45% positive mentions, 50% neutral mentions, 5% negative mentions

    The story is widely praised for its intriguing blend of light horror and mystery, with a minimalist yet emotionally impactful narrative that gradually unfolds to reveal a melancholic and tragic tale. Its pacing, tone, and subtle storytelling elements deeply engage players, evoking strong emotional responses despite the game’s relatively short length. Many reviewers highlight the story’s unique delivery through gameplay, art, and music, making it a memorable and highly recommended experience.

    • “The premise is interesting and the first chapters build up plenty of intrigue by being horror-oriented, while the rest of them slowly unveil the mystery, becoming more story-heavy and honestly melancholic.”
    • “The storytelling in Matsuro Palette thrives on implication rather than exposition. This minimalist approach gives the story an interpretive quality; each player’s understanding of what happened—or what is real—depends on how they connect the game’s symbolic elements.”
    • “A beautiful and heartwrenching story of grief that maintains its consistency in making me cry, truly and genuinely, whenever I see and hear the ending.”
    • “The game’s brief length—it can be completed in two or three hours—also leaves certain story elements underdeveloped.”
    • “Though it might not be up to everyone's taste (since it's a point-and-click game) and has a relatively simple story, it manages to deliver everything in such a perfect way in both pacing and tone, making what should have been a straightforward story one of my favorites.”
    • “This minimalist approach gives the story an interpretive quality; each player’s understanding of what happened—or what is real—depends on how they connect the game’s symbolic elements.”

  • music

    13 mentions Positive Neutral Negative
    46% positive mentions, 31% neutral mentions, 23% negative mentions

    The music in the game is widely praised for its beautiful, atmospheric, and emotionally charged soundtrack that effectively complements the storytelling. It features varied, understated pieces like melancholy piano and haunting tones, with ambient silence used strategically to build tension. Additionally, the game includes an improved music player and bonus tracks, enhancing the overall immersive experience.

    • “Additionally, the soundtrack is amazing and atmospheric, especially as it gets more varied with time.”
    • “Rather than relying on constant background music, Matsuro palette uses silence and ambient noise to build tension. When the music does surface, it is understated yet emotionally charged—often melancholy piano pieces or haunting tonal swells that punctuate moments of revelation or despair.”
    • “The highlighted part about this game for me is the way the depressing story got backed up by good soundtracks; it felt like I was experiencing a tragedy while progressing through the story and learning more about the girl and her past.”
    • “Rather than relying on constant background music, Matsuro Palette uses silence and ambient noise to build tension.”
    • “When the music does surface, it is understated yet emotionally charged—often melancholy piano pieces or haunting tonal swells that punctuate moments of revelation or despair.”
    • “I also enjoyed the additions of the story via a prequel, along with an expanded art gallery and new built-in soundtrack bonus.”

  • gameplay

    13 mentions Positive Neutral Negative
    15% positive mentions, 62% neutral mentions, 23% negative mentions

    The gameplay is simple and minimalist, focusing on exploration and painting mechanics that effectively support a powerful, emotionally impactful narrative. While some may find it lacking in complexity, the design intentionally prioritizes storytelling, encouraging players to uncover multiple outcomes and experience the tragic tale deeply. This straightforward yet purposeful gameplay enhances the game's unique charm and emotional resonance.

    • “Matsuro Palette excels in its storytelling, and its ability to mix gameplay alongside its narrative leaves an impact that you'll never forget.”
    • “The inclusion of a “death gallery” acknowledges the gameplay mechanic, encouraging players to uncover every possible outcome and piece together the deeper meaning behind each misstep.”
    • “Its minimalist gameplay may alienate players who prefer more dynamic interaction or complex puzzles.”
    • “Despite its simple gameplay ported from the original mobile form.”
    • “Gameplay unfolds in a cycle that alternates between exploration and painting.”

  • emotional

    9 mentions Positive Neutral Negative
    100% positive mentions, 0% neutral mentions, 0% negative mentions

    The game delivers a deeply emotional experience through its touching, heartwrenching story and subtle yet powerful atmosphere. Its visual design and understated, melancholy music effectively underscore moments of revelation and despair, often moving players to tears. Overall, it is praised for its genuine emotional impact despite a short playtime.

    • “A beautiful and heartwrenching story of grief that consistently makes me cry, truly and genuinely, whenever I see and hear the ending.”
    • “The game’s visual design plays a central role in conveying its emotional core.”
    • “Sleepingmuseum has crafted a work that is understated but emotionally potent, one that relies on subtlety and atmosphere rather than spectacle.”

  • atmosphere

    5 mentions Positive Neutral Negative
    60% positive mentions, 40% neutral mentions, 0% negative mentions

    The atmosphere in Matsuro Palette is deeply immersive and hauntingly beautiful, blending surreal, ever-changing environments with subtle yet powerful sound design. Its dreamlike, unstable setting and varied soundtrack create a claustrophobic and introspective experience that emphasizes mood over spectacle.

    • “Matsuro Palette, developed by Sleepingmuseum and published by Kemco, is a hauntingly beautiful psychological adventure that fuses art, horror, and introspection into a deeply atmospheric experience.”
    • “The surreal architecture of the setting reinforces the dreamlike quality of the game—rooms twist in illogical ways, reflections distort reality, and familiar spaces subtly change from day to day, creating an atmosphere that feels unstable and claustrophobic.”
    • “Sound design amplifies the game’s atmosphere with remarkable subtlety.”

  • graphics

    5 mentions Positive Neutral Negative
    60% positive mentions, 40% neutral mentions, 0% negative mentions

    The graphics feature a charming, minimalist art style that is simple yet unique, effectively complementing the game's story and overall style. While not overly complex, the visuals provide a distinctive and appealing aesthetic that enhances the experience.

    • “At first glance the art style might look simple, but it's unique and gives a unique touch that matches the game's story and style.”
    • “The art is pretty too with a cute artstyle.”
    • “I recommend this to anyone looking for a nice & short story with an interesting art style.”

  • character development

    2 mentions Positive Neutral Negative
    100% positive mentions, 0% neutral mentions, 0% negative mentions

    Character development is praised for its deliberate and nuanced design, particularly exemplified by the mysterious girl whose ethereal yet unsettling presence masterfully balances innocence and menace.

    • “Character designs are equally deliberate; the mysterious girl you are painting is both ethereal and unnerving, her expression constantly hovering between innocence and menace.”
    • “Peak character development”

  • humor

    2 mentions Positive Neutral Negative
    100% positive mentions, 0% neutral mentions, 0% negative mentions

    The game's humor is highlighted by its hilarious character deaths, adding a playful and entertaining touch that enhances the overall emotional experience. Players find the comedy both memorable and effectively integrated with the storytelling.

    • “This game is peak due to its powerful music complementing each part of its storytelling, combined with fun puzzles and a sprinkle of comedy from hilarious deaths that are fun to collect.”
    • “It made me laugh and cry in a way no other game had made me until then.”

  • monetization

    1 mentions Positive Neutral Negative
    100% positive mentions, 0% neutral mentions, 0% negative mentions

    The monetization is similar to the mobile version but improved, with no ads and additional unlocked content, including extra story material about the prequel. This offers a more seamless and rewarding experience without interruptions.

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Matsuro Palette is a casual simulation game with horror and mystery themes. Common tags for Matsuro Palette include indie, psychological, exploration, gaming, emotional and others.

Matsuro Palette is available on Xbox Series X|S, PC, Xbox One, Windows and others.

Matsuro Palette was released on October 14, 2020.

Matsuro Palette was developed by SleepingMuseum.

Matsuro Palette has received overwhelmingly positive reviews from players. Most players liked Matsuro Palette for its story but disliked it for its gameplay.

Matsuro Palette is a single player game.

Similar games include Behind the Frame: The Finest Scenery, What Remains of Edith Finch, The House in Fata Morgana, Death Palette, OneShot: World Machine Edition and others.