Update: Art Sqool is now available on Nintendo Switch. A new series of trailers have been shared, and you can also catch a longer gameplay video in our original article a little further down the page.
You'll find this quirky school sim waiting for you on the eShop for $9.99.
Original Article (Wed 9th Sep, 2020 13:00 BST): If you're a fan of games that do something a little different, with art styles and soundtracks that are genuinely unique, you might want to watch out for Art Sqool which has just been announced for Switch.
Art Sqool is an experimental school simulation game that combines exploration with a series of creative tasks for the player to complete. You take on the role Froshmin, a freshman who just wants to create art, explore the quirky campus, and get to work on the tasks given to you by the professor.
The professor serves as your advisor and also judges your work, giving you grades depending on how well you've managed to complete each task. The Switch version of the game could prove to be the best way to play, too, with new touchscreen and stylus support being implemented to make the most out of Nintendo's machine.
Here's a feature list:
KEY FEATURES:
BE CREATIVE. The professor is a really cool dude. And painting is all about having fun, so go crazy! Over 200 inspiring prompts will help you break through any creative block.EXPLORE AMAZING CAMPUS. You've never seen anything like it.
RELAX. OK, there might be some challenges in the game, but it also gives the players an opportunity to unwind: you can relax to chillout music and slow tempo of the game.
BECOME A COLLECTOR. Find and collect cool brushes to help you in your artistic process. There are numerous extras hidden around the map, like a wiggle brush, rainbow pencil, and… a mop.
Julian Glander, the artist and developer behind the game, says, "Art Sqool is definitely saying something about the state of arts education, and how art and creativity relate to and often pushes against the rigid systems of our world. But you could also just turn your brain off and have a great time drawing and exploring and listening to the music”.
We don't have a release date for this one just yet, so keep your eyes peeled for more news over the coming months.
Comments 23
Wow. Vaporwave: The Game.
Mite b fun?
Yep, I’m getting it. Looks strange but interesting.
Oooo this looks great
Looks a bit weird which I'm a fan of and I do enjoy a good sim but as someone with no artistic or creative ability I don't think this one's for me.
Microsoft Paint on Nintendo Switch. 😆
@Pod True, but have you ever played Broken Reality (aka the OG Vaporwave: The Game)
this game is hot
The idea rules. I wish we had more games that you learn how to be creative for Nintendo Switch like art academy
I love this. Thank you for the recommendation, NL.
@Cable
I have not, but it looks like an absolute riot!
That is a good trailer. It really sells the vibe of the game. Not for everyone, but it sure is distinctive.
Eh...I've actually played the PC version of this. It's probably best suited to those who like to explore a little weird-looking area; it's a tad dull. Getting around the areas and dealing with the camera is a little weird, too. I've definitely played worse, but I didn't bother finishing it.
For those of you hoping for an actual learning experience in terms of art...you might want to skip this one. There isn't really much form or purpose to what you draw, and it doesn't really teach you any techniques or the like.
At least until the developer freaks out because Nintendo doesn't make a public statement about whatever new thing he's outraged about.
Nothing can surprise me after Infini
Yep I'll keep an eye on it. It all depends on the price for me, but I'm interested
Looks very strange, but still intriguing. Will check out.
@ChibiNinja I only want this because it looks weird.
Is it a drawing app? what part of this makes it a game?
@Freddyfred
No, it's not really a drawing app. There's drawing as part of the gameplay, though. You walk around the campus and do assignments. Your teacher's a neural network.
The full-fat trailer gives a better idea of what you do. It's the last video in the article.
Looks interesting and something I would pick up in a sale.
Now Where's Mario paint for the switch?
I like the music.... very catchy
ART SQOOL!
Definitely added to my watchlist haha
Game Of The Month for November 2020 for sure.
Looking forward to the review on this one. Intrigued by the concept.
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