Painter Momopie follows the story of a mysterious cleaning lady tasked with tidying up a haunted castle. The castle is divided into various rooms, each with its own unique layout and challenges. As the player progresses through the levels, they must navigate through narrow corridors and open spaces while avoiding ghosts that will end their journey.
Gameplay in Painter Momopie revolves around cleaning the floors by walking over tiles. However, this is not as straightforward as it sounds. The game features a time limit for each room, and if the player fails to complete it within that time, they will be forced to restart from the beginning. Adding to the challenge are ghosts that roam the rooms, which can kill the player on contact. To overcome these obstacles, the player has access to various magic spells that can grant advantages such as slowing down time or killing enemies.