ARTISAN (2022)

Developer: STARRYWARE, The Order Of The Frame
Publisher: STARRYWARE
Genres: Adventure, Casual, Indie
Rating: 4.2 of 5, 12 player ratings
Typical playtime: about 5.9 hours
Where to get it: Steam

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How it feels

A tense and atmospheric survival horror game with darkly comedic undertones, where players navigate a bizarre museum and summon ghost-like creatures to eliminate rivals while grappling with desperate choices.

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What players say

Players praise the story, characters, and art, with multiple endings and pop culture references. Some note it is more visual novel than game, and a few wish it had combat. The developer has not made other projects, leaving players wanting more.

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