Été

It's a beautiful game, and the actual content is good. The concept is good. I'm really impressed by the level of detail, like the little conversations you overhear as you walk by. I like the painting and collecting. I like the characters. There's so much potential, and it's fairly unique. BUT. If you buy this game, you will have to accept the following, because they're not gonna get fixed: 1. The performance is really, really bad. Still, even 4+ months after they released a patch to fix it. Tons of looooong loadings screens, laggy walking, noticeable freeze when time of day changes. 2. There are bugs preventing you from actually collecting all the stickers you need to paint. That really sucks. 3. The UI has this big banner in the painting screen that basically makes it impossible to see the bottom of the canvas. (???) They say they did extensive UX testing, but somehow missed this? I don't know. 4. Missing some pretty obvious features, like how many stickers you've collected out of the total, ability to sell or remove items, or any kind of categorization in your inventory. Since I have to buy some items to get the stickers, I have a lot of crap I really don't want getting in the way. 5. They really force you to go through a LOT of gameplay you've already seen. The character dialogue is good, the intro is beautiful, the tutorial is necessary, I do not want to do them over and over. 6. Furniture is hard to place. Buying stuff has been fun, but actually decorating has not been. And finally, most importantly: 7. The dev team knows all this and they're still charging $20 for a game that... well, isn't finished. It plays like a beta version. Except it's not gonna get better. That's the one that means this needs a thumbs down, even though it's not unplayable and I enjoy some of it. I'm sure the team has their reasons for moving on to other projects. But I also think it's fair to warn anyone considering buying this that this game is fairly broken, difficult to play, and if you shell out that $20, you'll have to take all that as-is.

I really want to love this game, the concept is so cool and the game is a lot of fun. Unfortunately, no matter what I do, this game runs horribly. I have a 4070 Super and there is no reason the game should struggle as much as it does. The bigger the area, the worse the performance gets, and changing graphical settings doesn't improve it at all. It got so bad last time I played that my whole system crashed. I don't mind if a game can't maintain a constant 60FPS, especially if it's a relaxing experience like this game, but I do mind constant stutter and freezing. I especially mind my computer crashing. If the game ever gets a patch that fixes performance issues I will happily update this review and recommend the game because I truly do love it in concept. I just wish I could comfortably play it without getting a headache.

Man, Tom Nook disguised as a French Canadian redhead. I once tried to move to Montreal to work and paint (pretty much this game irl) and while it didn't go so well and I had to leave after almost a year this game captures what I loved most about the city.

Look, I'm recommending this game because it's a beautiful game with lovely visual effects and a gameplay loop that speaks into the soul of a cozy life sim gamer. However, I, myself, personally me, I am putting this game on hold after 3 hours of playing and struggling to find the satisfaction and fun in exploring. -Gameplay and level design is not as cozy as I expected. What could have been a lovely, casual 'paint the world' Washing Sim-like gameplay quickly turns into a pixel-hunting drag where I desperately look for the final objects to paint so I can unlock the 'rumored' free paint mode so I can fill in the unpaintable spaces. If you have OCD or are easily overwhelmed by visual clutters like me, you will have a bad time. -Characters and story leave something to be desired. I don't find Marianne's quirky thing charming or funny, and I am not amused when a market vendor called me pervert for buying a banana. I know that the dev is creating games based on their experience, but because I was already having problems with the gameplay, the dialogues were really not helping. Now, the stamping system is wonderful and might be the only reason I will come back to this game in the future. I really like the few paintings I created, and was very excited when I found my first cat because that means I can use cat stamps now. tl;dr: If you like design-esque games like Sticky Business, definitely try the game out. But the exploration can get overwhelming, and the story might not be everyone's cup of tea.

[h1]Experienced on the Meta Quest 3[/h1] You can view 3D in VR here (it is TAB 3D 180) - https://youtu.be/WFXhKdnuAEA Yes, you can play Été in 3D in VR using the Geo 11 3D driver (free search for it). This will render the game in stereoscopic 3D, whether SBS 3D / OU / etc. Then you will need an app to view it in VR such as Virtual Desktop streamer. Game looks absolutely gorgeous in VR. The art-style is the standout here. I'm surprised there aren't more games with this style. Truly shines in glorious 3D. If you play this game in pancake, just imagine a fully realized 3D world where you get to paint it as you explore. A truly magnificent experience. I did find that I had to tinker with the separation and convergence in order to get the 3D to render just right. Without a specific 3D fix, you'll have to tinker with your setup to get it looking the best. Performance was mostly okay, but I did run into one spot where performance dropped significantly on my RTX 5090. There may be a memory leak. [b]3D in VR Rating 8/10.[/b] [quote]I bought this game! If you enjoyed my review, please consider joining my Steam Curator group [url=https://steamcommunity.com/groups/Oculus_WMR]Oculus Rift Reviews.[/url][/quote]

Im altmost 50 year old and i wanted a game set in Montréal since i was a kid. It's a shame it took all those years to have that game with how many studio we have in there. Im really happy with how the city and its culture is represented in Été. The game is a mix between Sticky Business and Powerwash simulator. You dont have to 'wash' everything to paint. Usualy you just spray an item once to color it, then the item become a sticker in your inventory. You use those sticker to do painting and sell them to buy furniture for your apartement. The story is simple, but i really liked the characters. The lack of voiceover is a letdown and i did not like the noise npc did. I really like that game, i would buy a sequel in a heartbeat. Edit: I have a lapto with a 5060 rtx and the game run just ok. I experienced frame drop, i little bit of stutter but no crash or bug. since it is not an action game i dont mind it.

Still laggy even with the latest optimizations, but a nice concept and a game I've come back to play again.

I’m not a cozy gamer girl but this is the closest I’ve been to a cozy gamer. It is the cutest, most creative game I’ve ever played, it’s relaxing too, just wish it was a little more relaxing. More chill gameplay could be achieved if we could slow down the day, or get rid of time altogether in gameplay settings. I feel rushed and it takes the cozy out of the game. I would love a long day, or no time mode/eternal day option. I would spend much more time playing the game if I wasn’t feeling rushed all the time. I have a completely empty apartment cause there’s no time for that. And I don’t think those things should be relegated to end game. I would also love for an optional grid on the canvas and maybe some more control on keyboard, like centering and borders.. I am hugely impressed by this game though, and do look forward to exploring my creativity! Also I’ve never been to Montreal but wow is it a beautiful setting in this game! Makes me want to visit! Love the native land recognition quest also.

In Été, you play as a painter who has just moved to Montreal. You arrive at an empty apartment and begin rebuilding your life the only way you know how: by creating art. You paint small scenes and objects, sell your work in a charming local café, and complete commissions for neighbours. The money you earn allows you to gradually furnish and decorate your apartment, turning a blank space into something personal and warm. The core mechanic is beautifully simple. You explore the neighbourhood, and at first the world appears washed out in a soft, blurry white. But then, as you paint, colour returns. Buildings, plants, food, vehicles, people and countless everyday details come back to life in gentle pastel tones. Every object you discover becomes part of your artistic toolkit, expanding what you can include in future paintings. The loop of exploration, observation and creation feels calm and rewarding. Visually, the art style is soft and inviting. The pastel palette, light brush textures and overall atmosphere create a sense of quiet creativity. The game carries a relaxed, summery vibe that makes it easy to unwind. There is no pressure, no harsh time limits, and no stressful systems. You progress at your own pace, simply wandering around in the world, noticing and painting. Été is not about challenge or complexity. It is about mood, aesthetic pleasure and gentle progression. If you enjoy cozy games that let you slow down, decorate, create and explore without tension, this is absolutely worth your time (and money!). It is sweet, calming and ideal for short, peaceful sessions when you just want to relax and lose yourself in colour. Personal Rating: Art Style – 5/5 ⭐️ Absolutely stunning. Every frame feels thoughtful and beautiful. It is hard to imagine someone not enjoying the visual charm. Atmosphere – 5/5 ⭐️ Everything works together perfectly. The music, interactions and world design create a cohesive and deeply cozy experience. Difficulty – 1/5 ⭐️ Very relaxed. There are no real consequences or pressure, which makes it easy to play at your own pace. Creativity – 4/5 ⭐️ Painting with discovered objects is satisfying, though a true freehand option would have made it even better. Exploration – 4/5 ⭐️ Wandering through the city, meeting people and discovering details is consistently enjoyable and atmospheric. Overall Enjoyment – 5/5 ⭐️ A beautiful, artistic and charming game that leaves you feeling calm and happy. Final statement: What are you waiting for, Cozy Gamers? Get your painting kit on and GO GET THIS GAME! 🤩

this game was made by a filthy communist. theres the usual: pronouns everywhere. people living in communes romanticizing poverty. you have to make a painting called "eat the rich" all of this disgusting messaging hidden under a thinly vailed colorful design.