Didn’t expect much when I bought the game, but it honestly surprised me in a good way. It’s not super long, but it’s got a linear story and some pretty solid, funny dialogue. At first it feels kinda tough, but once you get used to the controls and the jumping mechanics, it gets way smoother, especially if you’re into metroidvanias. That said, it’s not exactly a classic metroidvania, more like its own thing. The art style deserves a special shoutout. At first I thought the notebook grid would look weird, but you barely notice it while playing. The visuals are top-notch, and the music fits perfectly too. Definitely worth grabbing on sale.
Painted Legend: Knights of Ink & Paper
- Release Date:
- Feb 25, 2025
- Developer:
- Storyan teaM
- Publisher:
- Storyan teaM
- Platforms:
- Windows
Game Tags
About This Game
An action-adventure platformer in the metroidvania subgenre. The graphics are made in the style of a checkered notebook and blue ink.
Defeat crowds of monsters, overcome traps, explore the game world, unlock new characters and find secrets! And all this to the accompaniment of driving music!

On one quiet and peaceful night, a mysterious star awakens a knight drawn on a notebook page. Lured by its glow, he falls through the notebook into a world of adventure!
Now, the knight must face various trials and adventures to discover why the star summoned him to this world and how he can find his way home.

Welcome to the thrilling world of Painted Legend! In our metroidvania platformer, you'll dive into a unique world that looks like it came straight from the pages of a paper notebook. Prepare for epic battles, intricate puzzles, and dangerous traps scattered throughout castles and dungeons filled with fearsome monsters and enchanting fairy tale creatures.
Main Features:
Unique Art Style: Every detail of the game's world is hand-drawn in the style of notebook sketches, creating an unparalleled atmosphere.
Variety of Characters: Play as a knight, mage, viking, and other fantasy heroes, each with their unique abilities and playstyles.
Exploration and Adventure: Immerse yourself in a vast world full of secrets and hidden paths. Explore castles, dungeons, and many other locations filled with dangers and adventures.
Puzzles and Traps: Overcome complex obstacles with hordes of enemies and puzzles to advance the storyline and meet your destiny.
Epic Battles: Fight against numerous diverse monsters and bosses, each requiring a unique strategy to defeat.
Join our adventure and become the hero of a drawn world! An exciting journey full of discoveries and challenges awaits you. Be bold, future legend, the world needs you!
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User Reviews
Bought it for the original art that I'm enjoying so much. Simple introduction at first, then the gameplay gets steadily more compelling, surprising me in the best way . Specially the ability of changing to characters with enhanced skills. Playing, must get key for a door under the town's bridge (by a smelling sewer vent). UPDATE: with a kind and quick answer from the dev I ended the game, really had much fun, thanks !
System Requirements
Minimum
- Requires a 64-bit processor and operating system
- OS *: Windows 11 / 10 / 8 / 8.1 / 7
- Processor: Intel Core i3-2130
- Memory: 2 GB RAM
- Graphics: Intel HD Graphics 530
- Storage: 2 GB available space
Recommended
- Requires a 64-bit processor and operating system
- OS: Windows 11 / 10
- Processor: Intel Core i3-7100
- Memory: 4 GB RAM
- Graphics: Nvidia GT 740
- Storage: 4 GB available space
FAQ
How much does Painted Legend: Knights of Ink & Paper cost?
Painted Legend: Knights of Ink & Paper costs $6.99.
What are the system requirements for Painted Legend: Knights of Ink & Paper?
Minimum: Minimum: Requires a 64-bit processor and operating system OS *: Windows 11 / 10 / 8 / 8.1 / 7 Processor: Intel Core i3-2130 Memory: 2 GB RAM Graphics: Intel HD Graphics 530 Storage: 2 GB available space Recommended: Recommended: Requires a 64-bit processor and operating system OS: Windows 11 / 10 Processor: Intel Core i3-7100 Memory: 4 GB RAM Graphics: Nvidia GT 740 Storage: 4 GB available space
What platforms is Painted Legend: Knights of Ink & Paper available on?
Painted Legend: Knights of Ink & Paper is available on Windows PC.
Is Painted Legend: Knights of Ink & Paper worth buying?
Painted Legend: Knights of Ink & Paper has 100% positive reviews from 4 players.
When was Painted Legend: Knights of Ink & Paper released?
Painted Legend: Knights of Ink & Paper was released on Feb 25, 2025.
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