New release The Master’s Pupilis a Monet-themed indie game that took the developer, Pat Naoum, seven whole years to make. Why, you ask? Well, he hand-painted it — and not on a tablet. Whether you’re an artist, a non-practicing lover of the arts, or even just a casual gamer, it’s easy to appreciate the beauty of this game, which is accompanied by a beautiful score.

Set against the backdrop of impressionist painter Claude Monet’s life, and taking place literally inside his eyes (hence the pun in the title), the objective is to help the artist complete his masterpieces by solving puzzles related to events and challenges Monet encountered in his own life, like dealing with loss of vision due to cataracts or the passing of his wife. It is a biographical adventure that offers deeply immersive insight into the life of the legendary artist.

Much like making art, the low-stakes game encourages you to slow down and take the time to consider your next move, testing your brain rather than your reflexes.

⌛ Hours of gameplay:TBD

💵 Price: USD 14.99

👾 Platforms: Steam for Windows and Mac OS, Nintendo Switch. Demo available.

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