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Monster Rancher 1 & 2 DX
Released On: Dec 9, 2021
70
9.0
Metascore
Mixed or Average
Based on 23 Critic Reviews
70
43% Positive
10 Reviews
10 Reviews
48% Mixed
11 Reviews
11 Reviews
9% Negative
2 Reviews
2 Reviews
Metascore
Mixed or Average
Based on 23 Critic Reviews
70
43% Positive
10 Reviews
10 Reviews
48% Mixed
11 Reviews
11 Reviews
9% Negative
2 Reviews
2 Reviews
The core fundamentals of Monster Rancher are delightful, and while this collection has its issues, there aren't all that many modern equivalents to what it offers, so they hold their value well. Whether this is some kind of elaborate market research with Koei canvassing interest for a potential new Monster Rancher, or a simple acknowledgement that the series still has fans and they'll buy anything Monster Rancher-related, I don't know. I almost hope they don't make a new Monster Rancher, because the appeal of these games is in their simple charm. Simplicity that modern game development can't get away with. In that context, I actually believe that Monster Rancher 1 & 2 DX will be the best of this series. Putting aside the inability to summon monsters via CD, both games have aged like the finest of wines, and remain some of the best examples of design from their era.
A thoughtful remaster of two much-loved classics, Monster Rancher 1 & 2 DX on Switch is a welcome walk down memory lane. Truly a diamond in the rough, these clunky little gems offer surprisingly deep gameplay mechanics and heaps of possibilities to explore.
User Score
Universal Acclaim
Based on 70 User Ratings
9.0
89% Positive
62 Ratings
62 Ratings
3% Mixed
2 Ratings
2 Ratings
9% Negative
6 Ratings
6 Ratings
User Score
Universal Acclaim
Based on 70 User Ratings
9.0
89% Positive
62 Ratings
62 Ratings
3% Mixed
2 Ratings
2 Ratings
9% Negative
6 Ratings
6 Ratings
Brilliant game with an absolutely massive amount of replayability. Highly recommended!
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Nintendo Switch
Highly recommended as this is a wonderful collection of 2 fantastic games at a cheap price.
Basically spent 100+ of hrs playing these nonstop and never get old. Still super fun!
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Nintendo Switch
While I found some frustration on my ranch, there’s no doubt that these Monster Rancher games offer a unique experience that I’ve never seen replicated anywhere else, and this DX release is clearly the definitive way to experience these forgotten classics.
Monster Rancher 1 & 2 DX will be a joy for more nostalgic players, but it's unlikely that it will manage to captivate a wider audience.
The endless circle of gameplay with other companions has closed, but it has not brought any more. The collection lacks a strong campaign, a good dose of the story or motivation.
Monster Rancher 1 & 2 DX is a re-edition with some modern touches of two
cult classics of the 32-bit generation. While some aspects feel
outdated, this work holds quite well and it will bring a smile to the
faces of fans of the original games thanks to its qualities around the
in-depth development of creatures, their design, and the amount of
content to explore.
Monster Rancher 1 & 2 DX is a disappointing package made worse by its presence on the Switch. The main gimmick has lost all its wonder and both games feel like the exact same experience, roughly slapped together by uninteresting and sparse gameplay.
For only $20 Monster Rancher is a steal. You just feel so pumped when you have a time limit to grow your monster and getting so attached to it, hoping they become the best fighter they can be. I already missed them so much this game made me cry.
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Nintendo Switch
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Nintendo Switch
this game is so bad. the story is easy and the gameplay is so boring, bad and the menus are ugly
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Nintendo Switch
the game has a big lack of content. the graphics are terrible, please fix that
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Nintendo Switch
Summary Welcome to the magical world of Monster Rancher! The beloved series makes its triumphant return with Monster Rancher 1 & 2 DX, bringing together the wildly popular simulation games – Monster Rancher and Monster Rancher 2 – all in one amazing collection. Raise your own monsters and train them to compete against other eccentric creatures i...
Rated T
for Teen
Platforms:
- iOS (iPhone/iPad)
- Nintendo Switch
- PC
Initial Release Date: Dec 9, 2021
Developer:
- Koei Tecmo Games
Publisher: Koei Tecmo Games
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