Underplayed Gems

Artist Idle (2019)

Artist Idle cover
Developer
YDKR
Platforms
Windows
Genres
Indie, Free To Play
Rating
3.2 of 5, 518 player ratings
Typical playtime
about 11 hours
Where to get it
Steam

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The 3D catalog: game boxes on wooden shelves, with the cat sitting at the counter next to its greeting.

The catalog in 3D

The same catalog has a room you can walk around in. The cat behind the counter is the AI Catbot, and they pick real games from it when you tell them what you feel like playing. Nothing is for sale, here or in there. Go in from here and this game is already out on the counter, with more like it waiting on the shelf next to it.

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How it feels

You watch chunky colored blocks gradually refine into detailed pixel art as you passively accumulate upgrades and fame.

idleclickerrepetitivecasualslow-pacedrelaxingincremental

What players say

Players praise the unique drawing mechanic but find the game a slog. Progression is painfully slow and requires leaving the game open, which many see as a ploy to sell boosters. The number of pictures is low, leading to many repeats, and the ascension system is boring.

Screenshots

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