The Master's Pupil

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The Master's Pupil is a single player casual platformer game. It was developed by Pat Naoum and was released on July 28, 2023. It received overwhelmingly positive reviews from players.

"The Master's Pupil" is a puzzle adventure game that lets you explore the eye of Claude Monet and experience his journey to complete his masterpieces despite personal losses and cataracts threats. Almost every visual element in the game is hand-painted using real-life paintbrushes, providing unique and reminiscent-of-Monet's artwork visuals. Solve puzzles related to color, space, and timing while considering the impact of each wrong move on the painter's journey.

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Audience ScoreBased on 166 reviews

graphics39 positive mentions

stability4 negative mentions

The game features stunning hand-painted visuals that beautifully incorporate the works of Claude Monet, creating an immersive and captivating experience.
Puzzles are engaging and progressively challenging, providing a satisfying sense of accomplishment without being overly frustrating.
The sound design and calming music enhance the overall atmosphere, making it a relaxing game to play after a long day.

The game suffers from bugs and glitches that can disrupt gameplay, requiring players to restart levels at times.
Some players found the puzzles to be repetitive and lacking in challenge, particularly in the earlier levels.
The absence of a tutorial or clear directions can lead to confusion, making it difficult for some players to understand the mechanics without trial and error.

graphics
53 mentions Positive Neutral Negative
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The graphics of the game are widely praised for their stunning and unique art style, with many reviewers highlighting the beautiful hand-painted visuals and immersive environments that evoke a strong appreciation for art. The combination of gorgeous visuals and a calming soundtrack creates an engaging atmosphere, although some criticism is directed at the simplicity of certain elements, such as the green vines. Overall, the game's visuals are considered a standout feature, making it a visually captivating experience.
- “I have never played a game that was so aesthetically pleasing.”
- “The artwork is an outstanding ode to Monet, with an unbelievably satisfying soundscape to match.”
- “An incredible blend of stunning visuals, fantastic music, and mentally stimulating yet still enjoyable puzzles.”
- “However, if some cons need to be addressed, it's the simplicity and stale art style of the green vines that make most of the game boring to look at.”
- “The game plays so generic; the physics, the aesthetic, the sounds, the gameplay... there is no life at all in this game, no passion for gaming.”
- “Wasn't a fan of the silence/random noise for the artwork and the weird noise the smeller things made.”
music
41 mentions Positive Neutral Negative
61%
32%
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The music in the game is widely praised for its calming and immersive qualities, enhancing the overall experience with a relaxing soundtrack that complements the beautiful visuals and puzzles. Many players appreciate the sound design, noting that it sets the perfect mood and atmosphere, although some expressed a desire for a more consistent classical or piano-focused soundtrack. Overall, the combination of music and sound effects contributes significantly to the game's zen-like environment and enjoyment.
- “The sound effects and music are beyond praise, very pleasant!”
- “From the moment you start this game, you enter a beautifully painted world full of wonder, puzzles, and a relaxing soundtrack.”
- “Furthermore, the hand-drawn environment is astonishing, and the choice of music is clever and suits the paintings and zen atmosphere perfectly.”
- “Ended up listening to my own music while playing.”
- “I do wish the soundtrack was just some piano/classical music playing the whole time.”
- “Overall relaxing after I turned off the 'human noises' and only had the music playing.”
gameplay
34 mentions Positive Neutral Negative
29%
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The gameplay is characterized by clever and engaging puzzles that gradually increase in complexity, providing a fun and intuitive experience. However, players have noted issues with bugs and glitches that can disrupt the flow, as well as a sense of repetitiveness and generic elements in the overall design. Despite these drawbacks, many appreciate the unique mechanics and the charm they bring to the game, making it ultimately challenging yet solvable.
- “Breathtakingly lovely, the puzzles are clever, the gameplay and controls are very smooth, which I greatly appreciate.”
- “The gameplay is intuitive and fun - the puzzles are thoroughly engaging and they build level by level to keep you on your toes.”
- “I really liked the way the mechanics were introduced, and gradually you would be in more complex situations.”
- “The game plays so generic, the physics, the aesthetic, the sounds, the gameplay... there is no life at all in this game, no passion for gaming.”
- “I will say some of the puzzles were glitchy and I spent maybe 2 of my 4 hours fighting the game mechanics.”
- “Not much for gameplay, very repetitive.”
story
8 mentions Positive Neutral Negative
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The game's story is described as subtle and not heavily integrated into the gameplay, allowing players to jump in easily. While some players appreciate the infusion of the developer's personal touch and the serene atmosphere, others note that the narrative is not a central focus and the game suffers from bugs. Overall, there is excitement about the potential direction of the story as players become immersed in the world.
- “Love the game, love the mechanics, love the way Monet's art was infused into the game. I appreciate the fact that the developer put a piece of himself into the game through subtle storytelling; it mixes fun, serenity, and complexity.”
- “The painting and the story of the artist aren't that involved in the game, and unfortunately, it is very buggy, requiring me to restart the levels a few times.”
- “I love the game art style and how you can easily jump right in and play without much story.”
atmosphere
6 mentions Positive Neutral Negative
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The game's atmosphere is highly praised for its stunning hand-drawn environments and a clever musical score that complements the artistic visuals, creating a sense of intrigue and a zen-like quality. Reviewers recommend it as a must-play for fans of atmospheric puzzle games, highlighting its ability to evoke a desire for exploration and appreciation of its artistry.
- “A master's piece in that this first-time dev has captured a gorgeous atmosphere of intrigue and wistful artistry.”
- “Furthermore, the hand-drawn environment is astonishing, and the choice of music is clever and suits the paintings and zen atmosphere perfectly.”
- “I 1000% recommend playing this if you are into atmospheric puzzle games with art that leaves you wanting to see more.”
stability
4 mentions Positive Neutral Negative
100%
The game suffers from significant stability issues, with frequent bugs causing players to restart levels multiple times. Users report instances of being softlocked and experiencing glitches that disrupt gameplay, leading to frustration and the need for resets.
- “The painting and the story of the artist aren't that involved in the game, and unfortunately, it is very buggy. I had to restart the levels a few times.”
- “I got softlocked a couple of times and had to reset, sometimes due to the glitches and sometimes due to a slip-up permanently ruining the solution.”
- “I got softlocked a couple of times and had to reset, sometimes due to the glitches and sometimes due to a slip-up permanently ruining the solution.”

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The Master's Pupil is a casual platformer game.

The Master's Pupil is available on Nintendo Switch, PC, Mac OS and Windows.

The Master's Pupil was released on July 28, 2023.

The Master's Pupil was developed by Pat Naoum.

The Master's Pupil has received overwhelmingly positive reviews from players. Most players liked this game for its graphics but disliked it for its story.

The Master's Pupil is a single player game.

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