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With an art style reminiscent of Studio Ghibli, the game sees the player as an artist on the verge of finishing the final art piece for a gallery submission. As the painting nears completion, the player slowly uncovers an emotional history backed by chance and artistry.[3]
The game received an aggregate score of 73/100 from Metacritic, indicating mixed or average reviews.[1] Judith Carl of Eurogamer called the game "magical-looking" and the gameplay calming.[8] Rebekah Valentine of IGN said she never got tired of watching it, calling it "peaceful" and "Ghibli-looking".[9]Pocket Gamer described the game as "a relaxing experience you’ll likely want to dive into when you’re snuggled up in bed after a long and tiring day at work".[10]PC Gamer stated that "it's left me with a greater appreciation for the times when people I love want to share something with me, whether that's the art they've made, an outfit they've been coordinating, or just a bit of coffee".[11] Alice Bell of Rock Paper Shotgun called Behind the Frame a "very sweet experience that is incredibly relaxed, at the same time as being a very bright, sunshine-filled thing that really inspired me to go out and create something myself".[12] The Academy of Interactive Arts & Sciences nominated Behind the Frame for Mobile Game of the Year at the 25th Annual D.I.C.E. Awards.[13]
Awards
Year
Award(s)
Awarded By
2021
Best Visual Art,[14] Best Experience,[15] Best Storytelling, Best Indie Game[16]