Underplayed Gems

Passpartout: The Starving Artist (2017)

Passpartout: The Starving Artist cover
Developer
Flamebait Games
Publisher
Flamebait Games, Gamera Games
Platforms
Windows, macOS, Linux
Genres
Casual, Indie, Simulation
Rating
4.4 of 5, 6,948 player ratings
Typical playtime
about 6.6 hours
Where to get it
Steam

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How it feels

A light, creative experience where you paint your own art to sell to eccentric customers while managing your expenses with a humorous, laid-back tone.

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What players say

Players describe Passpartout as a relaxing and creative game where you paint to sell to customers, but the vague feedback leads to trial and error that can feel tedious. Many recommend it for short, casual sessions or achievement hunting, and opinions split on how long its charm lasts.

Screenshots

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