Rather short but quite enjoyable hidden object game from Artifex Mundi.

Visuals are traditionally very pretty. Our main duo of heroes is fine and the voice acting isn't so bad (as sometimes can be).
Puzzles and HO scenes were good, nicely varied and nothing too hard to solve. I enjoyed preparing potions in the Apothecary mini-game and also the boss fights were fun! The story made sense for once and I liked the Persia setting. It felt like a combination of Aladdin and Prince of Persia! :)

Great for casual and quick gaming sessions.

Amber, an aspiring artist, is preparing her art piece for a gallery exhibition. Right across the street lives yet another artist, an old man with an old cat, and every morning she watches him working on his canvas. The daily routine of her life gets twisted and old memories becomes to resurface. The truth is hidden deep below the dried paint.

I think I am slightly torn apart on this one, but gosh, I simply LOVE the visuals! It's like playing through some of Studio Ghibli's movies! The music is beautiful and creates a fitting atmosphere. I also liked the gameplay, you are not being rushed anywhere and can just enjoy your surroundings, but you are just a passive watcher and you can't influence a thing in the story (which is a little bit disappointing). Painting and sketching are done in a simple way, but it's fun. Puzzles are nice, varied and some even challenging.

The story is bittersweet, with DLC's story being more bitter than sweet. If I understand it right, the game is inspired by the lives of two real artists… which sadly doesn't make the whole story any less sad (for me).

Behind the Frame is a relaxing and visually beautiful game. The message of the story missed its point with me, but that's just because I value and search for different things in my life. I have still enjoyed my time with it. Also, in one chapter I had the feeling I am playing the Layers of Fear, but don't worry it doesn't turn so macabre. ;)