Paint it Back similar games & best alternatives

Paint it Back

Linux, PC (Microsoft Windows), iOS, Mac • 2015

Should you play it?

Use logic as your paintbrush to restore lost works of pixel art. Try the demo!

What works

  • Large variety of puzzles and difficulty levels
  • Intuitive and smooth controls
  • Workshop support for user-created puzzles
  • Charming pixel art and humor
  • High replay value and content volume

Things to keep in mind

  • Limited soundtrack variety
  • Only one puzzle save slot at a time
  • Some puzzles require guessing despite logic focus
  • Music can become repetitive
  • Lack of some quality of life features like multi-save

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Last update: 02/11/2026