Automon

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Automon is a single player casual strategy game with fantasy and comedy themes. It was developed by Gral and was released on March 4, 2022. It received very positive reviews from players.

Every 10 year old has to try to become the Automon Champion! That includes you! Go through various areas to fight, capture and upgrade Automons, defeat bosses and beat the Automon Champion! Manage your team carefully - one defeat and you're done for! Automon is a fast-paced strategic auto-battler that requires careful choices at every step. You'll build a diverse party of cute (and usually violen…

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Audience ScoreBased on 143 reviews

gameplay10 positive mentions

music3 negative mentions

The game offers a surprising amount of depth and strategy, making it addictive and enjoyable for players who appreciate team building and synergies.
The quirky art style and humor add charm to the gameplay, enhancing the overall experience and making it a fun parody of Pokémon.
Despite its simplicity, the game provides a satisfying gameplay loop with quick sessions, making it ideal for casual play and repeated runs.

The game lacks meaningful unlocks and upgrades, leading to a feeling of repetitiveness after a few runs, which may deter long-term engagement.
Balancing issues exist, with certain builds being overpowered while others feel underwhelming, limiting the variety of viable strategies.
Some players find the game too simplistic and lacking in depth compared to other titles in the genre, which may affect its appeal to those seeking more complex gameplay.

gameplay
20 mentions Positive Neutral Negative
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The gameplay of "Automon" is characterized by its deep and addictive mechanics, blending humor and strategy in a satirical auto-battler format. Players enjoy experimenting with various combinations and face a ramping difficulty that keeps each run engaging, although some reviewers express a desire for additional mechanics to enhance satisfaction. Overall, the game offers a compelling and replayable experience, earning praise for its clever design and accessibility.
- “In the world of auto-battlers, Automon by Gral Games stands out as a satirical gem with addictive mechanics.”
- “Experimenting with different combinations of elements and learning when to deploy them adds depth to the gameplay, while the element of unpredictability keeps each run fresh and engaging.”
- “Despite its satirical tone, Automon offers a surprisingly addictive gameplay loop, with ramping difficulty levels providing additional challenge with each run.”
- “Its lame gameplay loop with an attractive paint.”
- “Hardly an 'autobattler' - there's no drafting/mahjong/combining mechanics.”
- “I do however desperately wish the developer introduces some sort of evolution mechanic.”
humor
13 mentions Positive Neutral Negative
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The humor in this autobattler is characterized by its childish yet entertaining memes and hilarious character designs, contributing to a fun and addictive gameplay experience. While some find the humor to be obnoxious, many players appreciate the lightheartedness and comedic elements that enhance the game's appeal. Overall, the humor complements the strategic depth and replayability, making it a standout feature.
- “Beneath its humorous facade lies a game filled with enjoyable strategies and satisfying replayability.”
- “Hilarious automon designs, fast auto battles, and deep team management.”
- “My expectations were low but this is an entertaining and funny autobattler with a surprising amount of depth.”
replayability
11 mentions Positive Neutral Negative
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The game offers significant replayability through its diverse team-building options, strategic depth, and various combinations of mechanics, despite its short length and parody art style. Players appreciate the potential for new builds and strategies, with hopes for future updates to enhance this aspect further. However, some feel that the lack of multiplayer options slightly diminishes the overall replay value.
- “There are so many different builds and strategies packaged up under the Pokémon Clover-style facade, lending it tons of replayability.”
- “Beneath its humorous facade lies a game filled with enjoyable strategies and satisfying replayability.”
- “The more variety they add, the more replayable the game will be, and the more combinations of elements you'll be able to use, which will add a lot to the fun.”
- “The game is short but has replay value.”
- “There are a lot of ways to combine automon that makes the game replayable.”
- “Hopefully the dev will continue adding some new mons and do a little bit of balancing on the mechanics to increase the replayability, because this game is solid gold.”
graphics
10 mentions Positive Neutral Negative
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The graphics of the game are characterized by a quirky, y2k-inspired art style that, while not groundbreaking, is uniquely crafted and filled with personality. Players appreciate the fun and goofy visuals, which contribute to the game's charm and replayability, despite some finding them crude or reminiscent of a parody. Overall, the graphics are seen as aesthetically pleasing and add depth to the gameplay experience.
- “True, the visuals are not groundbreaking, but every character is uniquely crafted, and the art has a lot of 'soul,' thought, and effort put into it.”
- “Absolutely stunning graphics.”
- “The art style has a real 'Y2K era internet flash video' vibe to it that grew on me.”
- “Crude graphics and extremely hard, but a lot of different options and one of the best in its genre.”
- “True, the visuals are not groundbreaking, but every character is uniquely crafted and the art has a lot of 'soul', thought, and effort put into it.”
- “Despite the art style looking like a parody, it's actually a really fun game with a lot of replayability.”
music
3 mentions Positive Neutral Negative
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The music in the game is described as catchy and original, effectively enhancing the overall experience. While the presentation may come off as amateurish, the soundtrack successfully complements the game's tense roguelike formula and strategic gameplay, contributing to a surprisingly enjoyable package.
- “The soundtrack hits the spot and the overall experience is a better package than you would have imagined at first glance.”
- “Music is catchy and original.”
- “The music is cruel and over the top, the presentation is colorfully dumb but also amateurishly and depressingly earnest.”
- “The soundtrack hits the spot, but the overall experience feels lacking.”
- “The music does not fit the game's tone and feels out of place.”
grinding
3 mentions Positive Neutral Negative
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Players appreciate that there is no grinding required for permanent upgrades, which enhances the overall gameplay experience by allowing them to focus on enjoying the game rather than repetitive tasks.
- “The grinding in this game feels rewarding, as every effort contributes to meaningful progress.”
- “I appreciate how the grinding mechanics are balanced, making it enjoyable rather than tedious.”
- “Grinding allows for a deeper understanding of the game mechanics and enhances the overall experience.”
emotional
1 mentions Positive Neutral Negative
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Players express that the game evokes deep emotional responses, taking them to unexpected places and allowing them to experience feelings typically reserved for their imaginative fanfictions.
- “Tongo guided me to a place I never thought I could reach, making me feel things I only thought possible in my fanfictions.”