Outside the Lines

About

Outside the Lines is a free top-down shooter where drawing utensils compete to cover a coloring book with their color.

Genres & Tags

Play Modes

Local Multi-Player Play with friends in the same physical space using split-screen or multiple screens
2-Players Play with one other player, either online or locally, in a cooperative or competitive game mode
Multi-Player Compete or cooperate with other players online
Co-Op Team up with friends to complete levels or missions together
Single-Player Play through the game's story or campaign solo
PvP Player versus Player - Fight against other players in real-time, often in arena-style combat
Split Screen Play with multiple players on the same screen, often with divided or shared screen real estate

84%

Audience ScoreBased on 96 reviews

music6 positive mentions

replayability1 negative mentions

The game features charming pixel art and a fun, light-hearted aesthetic that appeals to players.
It's a simple and free multiplayer game that can provide quick bursts of entertainment, especially when played with friends.
The controls are easy to learn, and the gameplay is straightforward, making it accessible for casual gamers.

The gameplay can become repetitive quickly, with limited modes and content leading to boredom after a short time.
There are issues with local multiplayer functionality, and some players have reported problems with controller compatibility.
The overall quality of the game is low, with simplistic graphics and mechanics that may not meet the expectations of more seasoned gamers.

music
11 mentions Positive Neutral Negative
55%
18%
27%
The music in the game is generally praised for its lighthearted and energetic quality, complementing the vibrant pixel art and enhancing the overall charming aesthetic. While the soundtrack is enjoyable and fits the game's style, some players noted issues with music occasionally stopping mid-game and a desire for more variety in sound effects. Overall, the music contributes positively to the game's fun atmosphere, making it a delightful experience for players.
- “The simple but cute pixel art consists of a minimal but vibrant color palette against a white background which fits perfectly with the fun and energetic xylophone music, both working together to create a charming childlike aesthetic.”
- “Music is nice in the background and underlines the overall style of the game.”
- “The music is pretty nice and the sound effects are quite squishy, wet, and fun!”
- “The music sometimes just stops before the match is over.”
- “Now the sound effects & soundtrack, the soundtrack sounds like a lighthearted type of track, something simple & easy to start off for a game like this.”
- “Now the sound effects & soundtrack, the soundtrack sounds like a lighthearted type of track, something simple & easy to start off for a game like this.”
gameplay
7 mentions Positive Neutral Negative
43%
14%
43%
The gameplay features engaging mechanics such as movement with WASD, item usage, and local multiplayer, complemented by appealing pixel art and music. However, many players find the gameplay repetitive and lacking in depth, with some describing it as boring once objectives are met. Overall, while there are fun elements like painting and sabotaging enemies, the experience may not be addictive enough for sustained enjoyment.
- “Great game, cool looking pixel art, proper music, nice controls and game mechanics, fun free game with local multiplayer.”
- “Gameplay-wise, it's using the WASD keys for movement, E for using items, and left/right mouse buttons for spraying and using items.”
- “Gameplay: you are a little pen, you have 3 different characters to choose from, and you have to color most of the paper by walking over it or shooting it.”
- “However, the gameplay isn't addictive enough.”
- “A really boring game with repetitive gameplay and extremely simple graphics.”
- “Gameplay is decent, I guess; you can paint and sabotage your enemies, which is kinda cool... but I don't really see the fun in it when you get the 100% you need.”
graphics
7 mentions Positive Neutral Negative
43%
14%
43%
The game's graphics feature a retro pixel art style that some players find charming and vibrant, complementing the upbeat music and creating a nostalgic aesthetic. While opinions vary, with some praising the artwork as superb and others criticizing it as simplistic and outdated, the overall reception leans towards a positive appreciation for its cute and colorful design.
- “The simple but cute pixel art consists of a minimal but vibrant color palette against a white background, which fits perfectly with the fun and energetic xylophone music, both working together to create a charming childlike aesthetic.”
- “The artwork is superb; I love the style.”
- “The retro 8-bit graphics are really outstanding; I would rate the graphics a 10/10.”
- “Resolution and controls are locked, and the game features obsolete retro pixel art as a substitute for contemporary PC graphics.”
- “A really boring game with repetitive gameplay and extremely simple graphics.”
- “The graphics?”
humor
1 mentions Positive Neutral Negative
300%
The humor in the game is widely praised, with users finding it to be very funny and enjoyable, contributing positively to the overall experience of this free-to-play PC game.
- “A good and very funny free-to-play PC game!”
- “The humor in this game is top-notch and keeps me laughing throughout!”
- “I love the witty dialogue and hilarious situations that make every playthrough enjoyable!”
story
1 mentions Positive Neutral Negative
100%
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The game's storyline is emotionally impactful, as players guide a writing utensil in its quest to overcome rivals, evoking a strong connection that can lead to tears.
- “The storyline behind this game will move you to tears as you help your writing utensil defeat his rivals.”
- “The storyline behind this game will move you to tears as you help your writing utensil to beat his rivals.”
replayability
1 mentions Positive Neutral Negative
100%
The game is noted for its charm, but it falls short in terms of replayability, suggesting that players may not find enough incentive to revisit it after the initial experience.
- “It lacks replayability, but it has charm to it.”