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Experience an exciting adventure of creativity in an all new casual SIM game, Artist Colony! An adventure begins as you explore the neglected canvas of a once thriving utopia of artists – the most pioneering creators of their time. Complete tasks and chores to transform the colony and inspire artists to return to this sanctuary of creativity. With specializations in sculpture, dance, music and more, it’s up to you to guide each individual as they practice their craft, deepen their skills and create masterpieces in their chosen fields. Keep temperamental artists inspired while maintaining and upgrading the colony itself. Guide their relationships, face rivals and uncover the mystery behind the original colonists and the shocking explanation of their hasty departure.REVIEW
If you're like me, you glanced at I-play's new casual game Artist Colony and immediately wrote it off as a copycat of Virtual Villagers or The Sims. I mean, it features little virtual characters who interact with each other, fall in love, advance in their career and clean up messes they make.
But oh, how I was wrong. After spending nearly a week with Artist Colony, the similarities to Virtual Villagers are merely cosmetic. This engrossing single-player game stands on its own merit and proves to be highly enjoying and gratifying twist on the simulation genre.
As the name suggests, Artist Colony has you running an inherited refuge for aspiring artsy types, including painters, sculptors, musicians, dancers and photographers. Players will be first treated to the history behind these grounds, beginning with partners in the '50s who experienced a falling out, and then fast-forwarding to today when you take over (and your "ne'er do well" step-brother soon follows). You'll soon find your characters can develop feelings for one another, which may or may not be reciprocated, but hey, a broken heart can serve well as inspiration. Read more...
