Digimon Masters Online
- November 3, 2016
- Move Games Co., Ltd.
Digimon Masters Online is a massively multiplayer role-playing game based on the Digimon franchise, allowing both single-player and co-op gameplay. The game offers a deeper RPG experience with adrenaline-pumping real-time combat and enhanced graphics, giving fans and newcomers alike the opportunity to embark on a new epic adventure with their very own Digimons, though expect to grind a lot.
PC
Reviews
- The game has easy controls and a clean interface, making it accessible for players.
- There is a wide variety of Digimon to collect, which is enjoyable for fans of the franchise.
- The game offers frequent updates and has a nostalgic appeal for long-time Digimon fans.
- The game suffers from severe RNG issues, making it frustrating to obtain desired Digimon and items.
- There are frequent disconnections and crashes, significantly impacting the gameplay experience.
- The graphics and overall presentation feel outdated, resembling games from earlier console generations.
- story16 mentions
- 19 % positive mentions
- 63 % neutral mentions
- 19 % negative mentions
The game's story is criticized for being poorly communicated, with players often feeling lost and needing to seek external help for quest information. Many reviews highlight a lack of engaging narrative, describing it as flat and uninteresting, while also noting that the questing system is hindered by issues like botting and bugs. Overall, the storyline fails to captivate players, overshadowed by gameplay mechanics that seem more focused on monetization than storytelling.
“Game is a great classic; I'm almost 30 and grew up with the original story.”
“Great grind and fantastic questing system leading into a small storyline.”
“Only 1 story quest bugged according to a developer post on forums.”
“After a few hours of gameplay, I got lost and did not know which kind of quest I was doing.”
“If you decide to play, be prepared for the lack of information that will be in the quest description. I personally did not understand sometimes and had to 'Google' it.”
“- Terribly uninteresting storyline.”
- grinding14 mentions
- 0 % positive mentions
- 0 % neutral mentions
- 100 % negative mentions
Players express significant frustration with the grinding mechanics in the game, citing excessive repetition and low rewards for the time invested in gathering materials and hatching Digimon. Many feel that the reliance on grinding detracts from the overall enjoyment, with some noting that a large portion of gameplay is spent on tedious farming, often exacerbated by the presence of high-level players and bots. While some players are drawn to grind-heavy games, the overwhelming nature of the grinding in this title has led to disappointment and a sense of monotony.
“The RNG is incredibly horrible/low when you are grinding to get the materials you need or when you try to hatch a Digimon. I had 10 Keramon digieggs and around 500 data chips, which are needed to hatch Digimon. In my case, it was 8 data chips used every time, and you need to have a minimum of 3 successful tries to hatch a Digimon.”
“Now it's just too much grinding without the reward.”
“Grinding for hours was fun with such games, but then this thing, it's just annoying whatever you try to do.”
- graphics8 mentions
- 50 % positive mentions
- 13 % neutral mentions
- 38 % negative mentions
The graphics of the game have received largely negative feedback, with many users comparing them unfavorably to older titles, such as those from the PS2 era. While some players find the visuals acceptable, the overall consensus is that they are childish and lack detail, detracting from the gaming experience.
“Visuals are nice and servers run quite decent.”
“Pros: good graphics with little to no lags.”
“For graphics, not bad at all for the rating I give 4/5.”
“The graphics look like a game from PS2; they are very childish and not detailed.”
“Graphics are terrible.”
“Digimon RPG, a game made in 2004, has better graphics and much better gameplay than this.”
- gameplay7 mentions
- 43 % positive mentions
- 14 % neutral mentions
- 43 % negative mentions
Gameplay reviews highlight a mix of frustration and disappointment, with many players feeling lost in the quest system and burdened by excessive grinding, which constitutes a significant portion of their experience. Critics also point out technical issues, a lack of engaging story, and monetization tactics that detract from core mechanics, leading to a perception of the game as a cash grab. While some acknowledge its MMO elements, they find it generic and inferior to older titles in the genre.
“Great system, great mechanics, love the full mouse or full keyboard or user divide of choice.”
“This little 1.5GB game is a powerhouse of MMO gameplay.”
“Typical MMO style gameplay, a bit generic and based on the Data Squad season; the only criticism is that you can't start as any of the tamers from the anime's other seasons.”
“After a few hours of gameplay, I got lost and did not know which kind of quest I was doing.”
“You need to grind for your items all the time; 85% of my gameplay is grinding, and it's so boring!”
“Digimon RPG, a game made in 2004, has better graphics and much better gameplay than this.”
- stability3 mentions
- 0 % positive mentions
- 0 % neutral mentions
- 100 % negative mentions
The stability of the game is mixed; while some players report smooth movement and no noticeable frame glitches, others encounter numerous bugs and glitches, particularly during map transitions, which detracts from the overall experience.
“You will stumble upon countless glitches and bugs within the first hour of the game, and it never stops.”
“A little buggy between map transitions and not enough handouts for players (pay to play).”
“No frame glitches that I can tell, and movement isn't choppy.”
- monetization1 mentions
- 0 % positive mentions
- -200 % neutral mentions
- 300 % negative mentions
The monetization strategy of the game is heavily criticized, with users claiming it prioritizes profit over player experience, featuring aggressive cash grabs that hinder gameplay progression. Players report that essential mechanics are locked behind paywalls, making it nearly impossible to enjoy the game without spending money, and overall, the game is deemed a poor investment.
“The game is flat out greedy; the developers seem more focused on how much money they can extract from players than on delivering a quality experience. It's nearly impossible to progress without spending money, and even core mechanics feel like blatant cash grabs.”
“This game is riddled with horrendous crashing issues and lacks any meaningful story. The monetization tactics are so aggressive that it ruins the overall experience, making it feel like a waste of time and data.”
“If you're looking for a game that respects your time and investment, look elsewhere. The monetization is so intrusive that it overshadows any potential enjoyment, leaving players feeling exploited.”
