SuchArt: Creative Space
- May 21, 2021
- hypetrain
- 11h median play time
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Get on itch.io StoreWhat would you do if you were provided with your very own art studio? SuchArt: Creative Space gives you an opportunity to find that out! Let your imagination run wild and paint whatever you want, complete commissions, decorate the studio with your art and furniture, buy tools and experiment with them — you’ve got 3 rooms and an infinite amount of time, and only you decide how to handle them! A…
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Reviews
- story360 mentions
- 33 % positive mentions
- 64 % neutral mentions
- 3 % negative mentions
The game's story is generally described as lighthearted and fun, serving primarily as a backdrop to the creative gameplay rather than a central focus. While some players appreciate the charming narrative and character interactions, others find the story short and lacking depth, with many feeling that the art-making experience is the true highlight. Overall, the story adds a pleasant layer to the artistic experience, but it is not the main draw for most players.
“The story builds up in a satisfying way as you sell more and more paintings too, and the endings are each really interesting and fun.”
“The gameplay is not only fun and calming, but the storyline is charming and captivating.”
“For a seemingly simple game about mindless art, the attention to the story really blew me away.”
“Decided to buy the 'story' mode for 20 euros and was bombarded with cheap assignments and not really any story that was motivating me to draw.”
“The story progresses very fast and is short, and after it ends the game becomes empty.”
“My only issue is the 'story mode' there's not much story, or direct objectives to work towards in my opinion.”
- graphics168 mentions
- 23 % positive mentions
- 74 % neutral mentions
- 4 % negative mentions
The graphics in the game are widely praised for their charm and quality, enhancing the overall artistic experience. Players appreciate the vibrant art style and realistic painting mechanics, which contribute to a relaxing and engaging environment for creativity. While some users have encountered issues with graphics tablet support, the visuals are generally considered essential for fully enjoying the game's unique mechanics and aesthetic.
“The story is fun, graphics are gorgeous, and there's so many tools to work with!”
“Game of the year material, heavy story without being too involved, beautiful graphics, and so relaxing.”
“This game is one of a kind; you don't get many art games that give you the freedom to express yourself. The graphics are out of this world (pun intended) and I would 100% recommend this game to anyone who loves art or is just looking for something different.”
“The game messed up my graphics tablet, no idea how.”
“Also, the graphic tablet support I have been waiting this whole time for doesn't work at all for me on the Gaomon PD1560, so that was disappointing.”
“Regarding the use with a graphics tablet, for my part, it does not work.”
- gameplay156 mentions
- 27 % positive mentions
- 71 % neutral mentions
- 2 % negative mentions
The gameplay is centered around a rich and intuitive painting simulation that allows players to create various forms of art, from digital paintings to installations. Many users appreciate the depth of mechanics, such as paint mixing and tool upgrades, which enhance the creative experience, although some find the controls clunky on certain devices. Overall, the game is praised for its relaxing and liberating gameplay, encouraging experimentation and self-expression without heavy-handed tutorials.
“The gameplay revolves around creating art in a variety of forms, from digital paintings and sculptures to graffiti and installations.”
“The gameplay is not only fun and calming, but the storyline is charming and captivating.”
“Personally, I can't draw very well on paper or canvas, but this game encourages you to 'just go and paint anything!' and provides an awesome toolkit/game mechanics to aid you.”
“I started to try and watch YouTube videos to work out how people who actually enjoy this game play it, and I still couldn't work out the mechanics for things, though by that stage I'd basically already given up.”
“I spent hours just figuring out how the mechanics work before I even actually made anything.”
“There's no art tutorials, no simple to more complex mechanics.”
- humor64 mentions
- 100 % positive mentions
- 0 % neutral mentions
- 0 % negative mentions
The game is widely praised for its humor, featuring funny dialogue, amusing in-game reviews, and quirky scenarios that make the art creation process entertaining. Players appreciate the lighthearted tone, with many finding joy in the absurdity of their creations and the game's playful mechanics. Overall, the humor adds a charming and relaxing element, making it accessible even for those without artistic skills.
“I found it funny there's free DLC specifically to make the AI talk crap about your artwork in case you need a hit of reality.”
“9.5 / 10 for the hilarious in-game Amazon-style reviews for each art tool.”
“It's also got some very funny writing in the form of email messages that move the simple plot along, and manages to accomplish some incredible world-building while it's at it.”
- music62 mentions
- 48 % positive mentions
- 47 % neutral mentions
- 5 % negative mentions
The music in the game is widely praised for its relaxing and immersive qualities, enhancing the overall artistic experience. Players appreciate the tranquil soundtracks and ambient sounds that create a soothing atmosphere, making it easy to focus on creativity. Many express a desire for an official soundtrack release, highlighting the music's significant impact on their enjoyment and relaxation while playing.
“The relaxing background music and ambient sounds in the studio create a tranquil and immersive atmosphere, allowing you to focus on your art.”
“This game inspires my artistic creation with its beautiful soundtrack, scenery, and story.”
“Incredible ambiance and music.”
“🔲 just filling noises/no music”
“- option to upload songs of your choice to the radio”
“As someone who makes music, I battle with my ego all the time and the first two hours of this game were euphoric (helped I had smoked a joint beforehand and couldn't figure out how to start a painting over so I just pushed ahead).”
- grinding30 mentions
- 0 % positive mentions
- 53 % neutral mentions
- 47 % negative mentions
The grinding aspect of the game has received mixed reviews, with many players finding it tedious and time-consuming, particularly in tasks like vehicle and building painting. However, some appreciate the balance provided by commissions that offer structured goals and rewards, allowing for a more enjoyable experience without feeling overly grindy. Overall, while some players feel the need for extensive grinding, others find a satisfying pace that suits their playstyle.
“You'll need a second life for grinding.”
“It's very tedious and breaks the flow significantly.”
“I believe some might appreciate this touch, but in a game I find it difficult and a little tedious.”
- optimization30 mentions
- 33 % positive mentions
- 57 % neutral mentions
- 10 % negative mentions
Overall, the game's optimization has received mixed feedback. While many users report good performance even on older hardware, there are notable issues with texture optimization and occasional slowdowns, particularly at higher settings. Recent updates have introduced tools to enhance performance, indicating that the developers are responsive to user concerns, but some players still experience stuttering and lag in specific scenarios.
“On the positive side, the performance is surprisingly good.”
“There are also a lot of options for improving performance.”
“As time has gone on, it appears the dev listened to comments they originally dismissed related to performance and the mechanics surrounding painting the world around you, since then multiple updates have been released allowing you to protect surfaces, reset textures, and more.”
“But one huge issue is poor texture optimization.”
“I get this is probably an optimization thing, but I wish that was at least configurable like how one can configure paint resolution.”
“I blew up a spray can in that empty room, and the performance died on me.”
- emotional22 mentions
- 91 % positive mentions
- 0 % neutral mentions
- 9 % negative mentions
Players find the game to be a deeply emotional and relaxing experience, often describing it as a source of joy and comfort in their lives. The ability to create art, regardless of skill level, fosters a sense of accomplishment and self-worth, while the game's wholesome elements, like the cute pet robot, evoke strong positive feelings and even tears of joy. Overall, it serves as an emotional crutch, making players feel valued and connected.
“It has been a great emotional crutch for me and I could not be more grateful for its existence.”
“I was already squealing over all the color options, but then the little robot made me cry because it was so freakin' cute.”
“You can produce the shittiest pieces of art and will become a famous artist for it, which made me feel good about myself for once in my miserable life.”
- replayability22 mentions
- 64 % positive mentions
- 36 % neutral mentions
- 0 % negative mentions
"Suchart" offers significant replayability, particularly for players who enjoy the artistic creation process, making it essentially endlessly replayable. While the RPG elements may be completed quickly, players can return to achieve all accomplishments and continue painting beyond the story mode. Overall, it is well-regarded for its replay value, scoring around 8/10.
“Suchart has a fair amount of replay value, especially for those who enjoy the process of creating art.”
“It's also essentially endlessly replayable by its nature.”
“The RPG aspect of it is interesting but ends too easily, yet it's replayable to achieve all accomplishments.”
- stability16 mentions
- 0 % positive mentions
- 0 % neutral mentions
- 100 % negative mentions
The stability of the game has received mixed feedback from users. While some report a smooth experience with no major bugs, others have encountered significant issues, including complete system freezes that require a hard restart. Overall, the game appears to have minor glitches, but these do not seem to detract significantly from the gameplay for many players.
“Every time I play this game, it freezes my computer.”
“Yeah, it totally freezes and I can't even Ctrl + Alt + Delete to restart; I have to hard start my computer when it happens.”
“There's probably a good reason though, because I can't imagine it not selling so many copies unless multiplayer would turn out to be a buggy mess that's not worth the dev time to fix.”
- atmosphere14 mentions
- 43 % positive mentions
- 36 % neutral mentions
- 21 % negative mentions
The atmosphere of the game is widely praised for its relaxing background music and ambient sounds, creating a tranquil and immersive environment that enhances the artistic experience. Players appreciate the ability to change the external atmosphere, reminiscent of nostalgic art influences, although some feel that the constant praise from NPC clients can feel undeserved at times. Overall, the atmosphere is described as calming and conducive to creativity.
“The relaxing background music and ambient sounds in the studio create a tranquil and immersive atmosphere, allowing you to focus on your art.”
“I really enjoy the atmosphere; it's really calming.”
“No matter what you draw, your clients (you get commission requests from NPCs for in-game money and 'fame') are always going to be happy and say that they love your art. Personally, at times, I thought that the praising and love atmosphere was a bit... undeserved.”
“It can also be calming to hear the different atmospheres and be able to navigate around in a futuristic environment and let your mind free.”
“I will add that my favorite new feature must be the ability to change the atmosphere outside of the studio window. It's really a nice change of pace that reminds me of all the Bob Ross videos I used to watch 'back in the day.'”
