This is a fantastic game. I describe it as "weaponized wholesomeness".

The most impressive aspect for me is how the game is fantastically written with charming characters. Most side characters that you only interact with in passing aren't very deep, but I'm still excited to talk to them whenever they appear around the world. The characters you do interact regularly are quite complex. The game does a great job of introducing conflict between the characters without shoehorning in contrived reasons to argue or disagree, which is especially impressive for how short the experience is.

The sound and visuals are also great! They really take advantage of allowing the player to colour everything. Everything has defined silhouettes that are still identifiable at a glance, and adding your own colours is a simple way to add so much.

My only complaint would be the minimal gameplay. The game is mostly carried on simple puzzles and metroidvania-style exploration as you gain new paint-based abilities. You are encouraged to search for objects in each area that you go through, but that is mostly just looking for hidden objects or paths, and the only rewards are cosmetic items and achievements. These aspects have very little depth, and aren't actually that challenging. There are also "fights", but they are also limited in scope.

Overall, my complaints are small. I believe that the simple gameplay is probably an attempt of making the game very accessible, which I cannot fault. The game's focus is definitely writing, visuals, and mood. I recommend this game, and think everyone should experience it.

This is a fantastic game. I describe it as "weaponized wholesomeness". The most impressive aspect for me is how the game is fantastically written with charming characters. Most side characters that you only interact with in passing aren't very deep, but I'm still excited to talk to them whenever they appear around the world. The characters you do interact regularly are quite complex. The game does a great job of introducing conflict between the characters without shoehorning in contrived reasons to argue or disagree, which is especially impressive for how short the experience is. The sound and visuals are also great! They really take advantage of allowing the player to colour everything. Everything has defined silhouettes that are still identifiable at a glance, and adding your own colours is a simple way to add so much. My only complaint would be the minimal gameplay. The game is mostly carried on simple puzzles and metroidvania-style exploration as you gain new paint-based abilities. You are encouraged to search for objects in each area that you go through, but that is mostly just looking for hidden objects or paths, and the only rewards are cosmetic items and achievements. These aspects have very little depth, and aren't actually that challenging. There are also "fights", but they are also limited in scope. Overall, my complaints are small. I believe that the simple gameplay is probably an attempt of making the game very accessible, which I cannot fault. The game's focus is definitely writing, visuals, and mood. I recommend this game, and think everyone should experience it.