The Artist (2023)

Developer: Grotslot
Platforms: Windows, macOS
Genres: Casual, Indie, Early Access
Rating: 3.9 of 5, 128 player ratings
Typical playtime: about 1.4 hours
Where to get it: Steam

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How it feels

A character-driven visual novel with a mix of humor and romance, where player choices shape an emotional journey through modern dating and trust.

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What players say

Players praise the painted visuals and the writing, but warn that the game is a single short episode that ends on a cliffhanger. The developer has not released a second episode or any updates since the 2023 release, and many call the game abandoned.

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