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
- The game provides a relaxing and creative outlet for players, allowing them to express themselves artistically without the pressure of judgment.
- The variety of tools and customization options available enhances the gameplay experience, making it enjoyable for both artists and non-artists.
- The quirky storyline and humorous interactions with NPCs add charm and depth to the game, making it engaging and fun.
- Some players experience technical issues, such as lag or crashes, particularly when using certain tools or features.
- The game lacks a robust tutorial system, which can make it challenging for new players to understand all the mechanics and tools available.
- There is a desire for more content, such as additional rooms, multiplayer options, and more diverse art mediums to enhance the gameplay experience.
- story180 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 painting experience rather than the main focus. While some players appreciate the charming narrative and character interactions, others find the story mode short and lacking depth, with many feeling that the gameplay is more engaging when focusing on art creation rather than following the storyline. Overall, the story adds a pleasant layer to the game, but it is the artistic freedom and mechanics that truly captivate 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.”
- graphics84 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 experience of creating art in a digital environment. Players appreciate the realistic painting mechanics and the vibrant art style, which contribute to a relaxing and engaging atmosphere. While some users have encountered issues with graphics tablet support, the visuals are generally considered a standout feature that complements the game's creative theme.
“The graphics are gorgeous, and there's so many tools to work with!”
“The graphics are amazing, everything honestly looks so good.”
“Game of the year material, heavy story without being too involved, beautiful graphics, and so relaxing.”
“The graphics tablet support I have been waiting for doesn't work at all for me on the Gaomon PD1560, so that was disappointing.”
“Unlike the majority of 'simulator' games on the market, this is not some weird half-hearted production where you just click to make things happen in a weird graphics world.”
“There is no real pressure system; some pencils have a few levels of preset pressure. This game would absolutely flourish with pressure support across all the tools, especially if graphics tablets were compatible.”
- gameplay78 mentions
- 27 % positive mentions
- 69 % neutral mentions
- 4 % negative mentions
The gameplay is centered around a creative and intuitive painting simulation, allowing players to explore various artistic forms with a rich set of mechanics, including paint mixing and tool upgrades. While some players find the controls clunky on certain devices, the overall experience is described as relaxing and liberating, encouraging experimentation and self-expression. The game also features a progression system where players can sell their art for credits and fame, unlocking new tools and gameplay elements over time.
“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.”
- humor32 mentions
- 100 % positive mentions
- 0 % neutral mentions
- 0 % negative mentions
The humor in the game is widely praised for its charm and lightheartedness, with players enjoying the quirky dialogue, amusing in-game reviews, and the absurdity of their artistic creations. Many find the comedic elements, such as the AI's humorous critiques and silly scenarios, to enhance the overall experience, making it a relaxing and entertaining art simulator. Overall, the game successfully combines humor with creativity, allowing players to engage in fun, whimsical painting without the pressure of artistic skill.
“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.”
“The tone and setting are fun and the dialog options have a lot of funny choices.”
“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.”
- music31 mentions
- 48 % positive mentions
- 42 % neutral mentions
- 10 % negative mentions
The music in the game is widely praised for its relaxing and immersive qualities, enhancing the overall tranquil atmosphere and allowing players to focus on their artistic endeavors. Many users appreciate the beautiful soundtrack, which complements the gameplay and inspires creativity, with some expressing a desire for an official soundtrack release. Overall, the combination of soothing music and ambient sounds contributes significantly to the game's appeal, making it a perfect backdrop for relaxation and artistic expression.
“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).”
- grinding15 mentions
- 0 % positive mentions
- 53 % neutral mentions
- 47 % negative mentions
The grinding aspect of the game has received mixed reviews, with some players finding it tedious and time-consuming, particularly when it comes to tasks like painting and saving progress. However, others appreciate the balance provided by commissions that offer direction and rewards, allowing for a more enjoyable experience without feeling overly grindy. Overall, while grinding can be a significant time investment, it varies in enjoyment depending on individual player preferences.
“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.”
- optimization15 mentions
- 33 % positive mentions
- 47 % neutral mentions
- 20 % negative mentions
Overall, the game's optimization has received mixed feedback. While performance is generally good, especially on lower-end systems, users have noted issues with texture optimization and occasional slowdowns, particularly at higher settings or during specific actions. Recent updates have introduced tools to enhance performance and address some of these concerns, indicating that the developers are responsive to player feedback.
“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.”
- emotional11 mentions
- 91 % positive mentions
- -18 % neutral mentions
- 27 % negative mentions
Players find the game emotionally uplifting, appreciating its blend of humor and wholesome elements that provide a comforting escape from reality. The ability to create art, regardless of skill level, fosters a sense of accomplishment and self-worth, while interactions with endearing characters enhance the overall emotional experience. Many users express gratitude for the game's ability to evoke joy and relaxation, making it a cherished part of their gaming routine.
“It has been a great emotional crutch for me, and I could not be more grateful for its existence.”
“I can't say much except this is an emotionally relaxing game...”
“I was already squealing over all the color options, but then the little robot made me cry because it was so freakin' cute.”
“The emotional depth of the story is lacking, making it hard to connect with the characters.”
“I felt no emotional impact during key moments; everything felt flat and uninspired.”
“The attempts at emotional storytelling fell short, leaving me feeling disconnected from the narrative.”
- replayability11 mentions
- 64 % positive mentions
- 36 % neutral mentions
- 0 % negative mentions
Overall, "suchart" offers a solid replayability score of 8/10, primarily appealing to players who enjoy the artistic creation process. While the RPG elements may feel brief, the game allows for infinite replayability through its art-focused mechanics and the pursuit of completing all accomplishments.
“Suchart has a fair amount of replay value, especially for those who enjoy the process of creating art.”
“This is fully an art game and has replayability if you feel like painting more than during the story mode.”
“It's also essentially endlessly replayable by its nature.”
- stability8 mentions
- 0 % positive mentions
- 0 % neutral mentions
- 100 % negative mentions
The stability of the game has received mixed reviews; while some players report a smooth experience with no major issues, others have encountered significant freezing problems that require hard resets. A few users noted minor glitches and required troubleshooting to achieve stable performance, indicating that while the game shows potential, it still has some stability concerns that need addressing.
“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.”
- atmosphere7 mentions
- 43 % positive mentions
- 14 % neutral mentions
- 43 % 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 calming nature of the setting, though some feel that the constant praise from NPC clients can feel undeserved. The ability to change the external atmosphere adds a nostalgic touch, reminiscent of classic art shows.
“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 praise and love atmosphere were 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.'”
