Passpartout 2: The Lost Artist

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Passpartout 2: The Lost Artist is a single player casual simulation game with a drama theme. It was developed by Flamebait Games and was released on April 4, 2023. It received very positive reviews from players.

Explore the lovely puppet town of Phénix and show them you're a true artist!

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95%

Audience ScoreBased on 489 reviews

story25 positive mentions

grinding5 negative mentions

Passpartout 2 offers a charming and immersive experience with a variety of tools, canvases, and quests that enhance creativity and artistic expression.
The game features a delightful open-world design, allowing players to explore the town of Phénix and interact with its quirky inhabitants, making the gameplay feel engaging and dynamic.
With its relaxing atmosphere, intuitive painting mechanics, and the ability to create art on various surfaces, Passpartout 2 is a perfect game for both seasoned artists and newcomers looking to unleash their creativity.

The game suffers from minor bugs and performance issues, including slow load times and occasional softlocks, which can detract from the overall experience.
Some players find the quest system vague and frustrating, as it lacks a proper tracking mechanism, making it difficult to remember objectives and what NPCs want.
While the game expands on its predecessor, some feel it lacks depth in storytelling and character development, leaving players wanting more meaningful interactions and narrative progression.

story
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The story of "Passpartout 2: The Lost Artist" is generally well-received, featuring a simple yet engaging narrative that allows players to explore the life of an artist through various quests and interactions with colorful NPCs. While the game offers a charming and immersive experience, some players find the quest system confusing and lacking in guidance, leading to a sense of disconnection from the storyline. Overall, the game is praised for its creativity and character depth, though many hope for more substantial storytelling and quest tracking in future updates.
- “I especially love the storyline that they created for the character.”
- “It has a short but humorous and surprisingly thought-provoking story.”
- “Another fantastic aspect of the game is that each character on the island has their own little story, adding depth and richness to the game world.”
- “The quest system is confusing since there's no log to remind you what to do if you forget, and sometimes quest givers are incredibly hard to please.”
- “The game just sort of continues...? Like, I think I finished the main story, but there's really no indication.”
- “Despite its packed town and character relationships, a sorely missed opportunity for Passpartout 2 is in its storytelling.”
graphics
45 mentions Positive Neutral Negative
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The graphics in "Passpartout 2: The Lost Artist" are characterized by a charming, hand-drawn art style that enhances the game's whimsical atmosphere, with vibrant colors and distinct character designs. While many players appreciate the unique aesthetic and detailed environments, some have noted minor visual glitches and a low-poly quality that may feel more suited to mobile platforms than a PC game. Overall, the visuals contribute positively to the gameplay experience, allowing for creative expression and immersion in the artistic world.
- “The graphics are quite lovely, and the painting controls are fairly simple to learn after some experimenting.”
- “The artwork is vibrant, charming, and distinct, and each of the game's numerous characters is lovingly rendered with a distinct appearance and personality.”
- “The graphics contribute to the creation of a distinct, artistic atmosphere that perfectly complements the game's theme.”
- “Additionally, some players have reported minor visual glitches, such as static appearing over reproductions of their artwork in the game world.”
- “While I do love the game’s pop-up art style aesthetic — pigeons are 3D wood models, chimneys are soda can tops, building walls are corrugated cardboard sheets, and wood pallets are popsicle sticks — the low-poly graphics and skin-wrapped textures make it feel more like a mobile game ported to PC than a bona fide PC game.”
- “(But despite its lackluster graphical quality for a game released in 2023, it is — when revisiting Passpartout: The Starving Artist — somehow an honest improvement.) There is no UI to track quests, haggling for higher prices is no longer a feature, and the ambient occlusion isn’t enough to compensate for the map’s awkward shadowing.”
gameplay
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The gameplay in "Passpartout 2: The Lost Artist" is praised for its intuitive art creation mechanics and the engaging blend of artistic expression with entrepreneurial elements, allowing players to cater to diverse clientele. The game expands on its predecessor by introducing new tools, mediums, and an open-world exploration aspect, enhancing the overall experience while maintaining a chill and accessible vibe. However, some players note that the gameplay can feel chaotic at times and that the game's length may not justify its price for everyone.
- “The ability to sell artwork directly to these characters adds a layer of depth to the gameplay, as players must consider the preferences and tastes of their clientele to maximize profits.”
- “Its open-world exploration, diverse commissions, and intuitive painting mechanics provide a rich and rewarding experience.”
- “The painting gameplay itself is also greatly expanded, offering a massive selection of rather distinct tools, different color palettes, and canvases in different shapes and sizes to mix things up.”
- “The gameplay is a bit chaotic.”
- “I will say that the price is a bit high given how short the story is, so if you don't like it enough to come back purely for the gameplay, it would probably not be worth the money.”
- “Fourth, because of the gameplay flaws, I wouldn't recommend this as a game.”
music
8 mentions Positive Neutral Negative
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The music in the game is widely praised for its calming and relaxing qualities, enhancing the overall experience while players engage in activities like painting and completing quests. Many users appreciate the stunning soundtrack, which complements the game's aesthetic, although some have noted issues with the audio that the developers need to address. Overall, the music contributes significantly to the game's enjoyable atmosphere.
- “I really enjoy this game; I like the music while you play. It's just such a calming game to play.”
- “The background music is also calm and relaxing.”
- “Overall nice, calm game, stunning music, pretty art; it has a place for improvement, but it's fun to play :)”
- “The soundtrack is relaxing, but there is no pressure involved, and the citizens hate landlords... unless, of course, they are 'high-value' citizens who really just embarrass themselves when you interact with them.”
- “This game is good, but the devs really need to fix the music/audio; I don't know what the heck is going on.”
grinding
6 mentions Positive Neutral Negative
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Players find the grinding aspect of Passpartout 2: The Lost Artist to be a mixed experience; while the game is enjoyable in short bursts, it can become repetitive and tedious during extended play. The process of creating art can be slow and frustrating, especially when faced with ambiguous customer demands, leading to moments of annoyance. Overall, the pacing is generally good, but some late-game tasks feel overly lengthy and lack variety, contributing to a grindy feel.
- “You'll need a second life for grinding.”
- “For another group of players, this game could prove frustrating at times, because the act of creating art can be slow, tedious, and if you have no ideas or inspiration, you’re likely to end up being slowed down by the sometimes very ambiguous and random requirements that customers have towards your work.”
- “The progress felt well-paced for the most part, with only a section near the end of the game being rather tedious, with tasks having too little variation and being just a bit too lengthy.”
humor
5 mentions Positive Neutral Negative
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The humor in the game is generally well-received, with players appreciating its cute storylines and hilarious art prompts that contribute to a fun and charming experience. However, some users feel that the game's attempts at humor are inconsistent, with mixed results in execution. Overall, it offers a lighthearted atmosphere, though not all jokes land effectively.
- “This game is pretty darn fun and funny!”
- “Cute storylines and hilarious prompts for art.”
- “What a delightful, funny, charming, relaxing little game.”
atmosphere
5 mentions Positive Neutral Negative
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The game's atmosphere is characterized by a cozy and charming ambiance, enhanced by a unique art style that balances distinctiveness with accessibility. Players appreciate the fun and exploratory elements, while the graphics effectively complement the game's themes, creating a tone that ranges from lighthearted to melancholic. Overall, the atmosphere is engaging and immersive, drawing players into its artistic world.
- “The game’s art style was overhauled, being less stylized yet still recognizably unique, with the overall atmosphere remaining cozy and charming.”
- “Great atmosphere and exploration.”
- “The graphics contribute to the creation of a distinct, artistic atmosphere that perfectly complements the game's theme.”
- “The beginning perfectly sets the tone for the game, drawing players in with its melancholy atmosphere.”
stability
4 mentions Positive Neutral Negative
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The game's stability is marred by minor visual glitches and occasional bugs that can hinder progress, requiring players to exit and potentially lose save data. While the graphics are generally appealing, the overall performance is sluggish, and some quests are poorly programmed, leading to confusion and frustration.
- “Although it is very relaxing, there are glitches that can cause you to be unable to progress. You then have to exit the game, and your save data may or may not be there.”
- “The quests are slightly buggy. I've found at least two occasions of a quest not being fully or properly programmed. The game runs exceptionally slow for what it is, and it isn't very user-friendly; you have to figure out how things work on your own more or less.”
- “Additionally, some players have reported minor visual glitches, such as static appearing over reproductions of their artwork in the game world.”
emotional
3 mentions Positive Neutral Negative
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Players find "Passpartout 2" to evoke a sense of warmth and creativity, offering a wholesome and relaxing experience as they explore a small town. Despite the humorous realization of their artistic limitations, the game fosters a comforting environment that allows players to embrace their creativity.
- “A wholesome and relaxing walk through a small town with paint equipment in my hand.”
- “Wholesome, relaxing, comforting, creative.”
- “Passpartout 2 is the only game that made me feel like a true artist... until I realized that my masterpieces look like they were drawn by a drunk toddler.”
optimization
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The game's optimization is mixed; while it features great graphics and smooth performance, players have reported long loading times during startup and saving, suggesting potential optimization issues. Additionally, some gameplay mechanics, such as NPC interactions, lack clarity, which may affect overall user experience.
- “The graphics look great, the game runs smoothly, and the use of the tablet is well done.”
- “I have no idea how the NPCs judge my art, so I don't know how to create something they like. The game is not very long, but one of the quests requires you to just throw money at it. I'm also quite frustrated by the incredibly long loading times when starting the game and when saving and quitting. Maybe something is not properly optimized?”
- “The optimization in this game is lacking, leading to frustratingly long loading times that disrupt the overall experience.”
- “It's disappointing to see that despite the game's potential, the optimization issues make it feel sluggish and unresponsive at times.”
replayability
2 mentions Positive Neutral Negative
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Players note that the game offers low replayability overall, but the ability to create and showcase new designs throughout the town enhances the experience, allowing for more engaging and varied playthroughs compared to its predecessor.
- “What's more, you will see your new designs posted (or worn) all over town, so the possibility of doing nothing but throwaway meme paintings on subsequent playthroughs adds quite a bit of replay value—something the first Passpartout lacked.”
monetization
1 mentions Positive Neutral Negative
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The monetization aspect involves players completing various commissions, such as creating advertisements for local businesses and designing protest signs for activists, which not only offer unique challenges but also provide insights into the town's culture.
character development
1 mentions Positive Neutral Negative
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Reviewers appreciate the character development in the sequel, noting it is more engaging despite the game's shorter length compared to the first installment.
- “Much shorter than the first game, but I love the new character development in this one!”

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Passpartout 2: The Lost Artist is a casual simulation game with drama theme.

Passpartout 2: The Lost Artist is available on Nintendo Switch, PC, Mac OS, Phone and others.

On average players spend around 2 hours playing Passpartout 2: The Lost Artist.

Passpartout 2: The Lost Artist was released on April 4, 2023.

Passpartout 2: The Lost Artist was developed by Flamebait Games.

Passpartout 2: The Lost Artist has received very positive reviews from players. Most players liked this game for its story but disliked it for its grinding.

Passpartout 2: The Lost Artist is a single player game.

Similar games include Passpartout, SuchArt: Genius Artist Simulator, SuchArt: Creative Space, Whisper of the House, House Flipper 2 and others.

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