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Platform your way through different art styles and battle your way through paint blobs as you uncover the secrets of the Master Painter.

Reviews: 7 user reviews — 86% — of 7 reviews
Released: 2018-05-31
Developer: Taco Sushi Games
Genres: Action, Casual, Indie
Platforms: Windows

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