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Review of Colors Live on Nintendo Switch

by Jay Aborro Jay Aborro photo Jan 2020
Cover image of Colors Live on Switch
Gamefings Score: 8.5
Platform: Switch Switch logo
Released: 01 Jan 2020
Genre: Digital Painting Application
Developer: Collecting Smiles
Publisher: Collecting Smiles

Introduction

Welcome, art aficionados and wannabe Picassos! Brace yourselves for Colors Live, the digital painting application that will either unleash your inner artist or convince you that stick figures are the pinnacle of creativity. Finally, a game that turns your boredom into a colorful masterpiece, as long as you can resist the urge to draw mustaches on the Mona Lisa. Let’s dive into this vibrant world, shall we?

Gameplay

Colors Live is designed for those who love to dabble in the arts without the weighty burden of a traditional easel. With the Colors SonarPen (yes, it’s as futuristic as it sounds), you can unleash a plethora of colors and brush strokes that would make Bob Ross shed a tear of joy. The app features two main modes—Colors Quest and Free Draw. In Colors Quest, you’ll receive daily drawing challenges that test your wit and creativity. Whether it's drawing your pet rock or that weird neighbor, you’ll have themes that keep things fresh. Just don’t let the community see you submit a finger painting; they'll never let you live it down. Free Draw is where the real magic—and potential chaos—happens. You’re given a blank canvas and an infinite palette. I recommend starting with a safe option like “sunset” or “my breakfast” before you accidentally depict the existential crisis that is modern life. The application also allows sharing your creations on an online gallery. But remember—credibility in the art world is like a unicorn: elusive! Enhance your game by following fellow artists and engaging with their works. Just play nice; nobody likes a art critique who’s never picked up a brush.

Graphics

Expect graphics that scream vibrant, clean, and suitable for today's art enthusiast craving high-definition colors—all courtesy of the Switch’s capabilities. The interface is user-friendly and bright, which might make you feel like you stepped into a candy store. Dynamic options allow for layering, zooming in and out, and an endless array of brushes, so you’re not just slapping paint on pixels but crafting art that even your mom would be proud of. The only downside? Expect your SD card to scream for mercy as you save each of your masterpieces with varying degrees of artistic merit.

Conclusion

Colors Live brilliantly combines technology with artistic exploration, making it an essential tool for anyone with an inkling of creativity. Sure, it’s not your traditional game, but its engaging challenges, impressive controls, and vibrant graphics give it the star power that every art-loving gamer deserves. Whether you’re a seasoned artist or someone who just enjoys watching paint dry, Colors Live will make the hours fly by faster than you can say ‘abstract expressionism.’ So grab your Switch, unleash your creativity, and remember: in the world of Colors Live, every day can be a masterpiece—unless you draw a stick figure. Then you might want to rethink your drawing strategy!

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