Digimon Masters Online

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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.

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62%

Audience ScoreBased on 8,090 reviews

gameplay88 positive mentions

grinding888 negative mentions

Great nostalgia for Digimon fans, with many familiar characters and Digimon to collect.
Fun gameplay mechanics that allow for exploration and leveling up Digimon.
Regular updates and events keep the game fresh and engaging for players.

Heavily pay-to-win model, making it difficult for free-to-play players to progress.
Riddled with bots that disrupt gameplay and make it hard to complete quests.
Poor customer support and communication from developers, leading to frustration among players.

grinding
892 mentions Positive Neutral Negative
100%
The grinding aspect of the game is a major point of contention among players, with many describing it as excessively tedious and time-consuming. While some enjoy the grind as a core part of the experience, appreciating the sense of achievement it brings, others find it frustrating, especially when compounded by low drop rates and the prevalence of bots disrupting farming areas. Overall, the game is characterized as heavily grind-oriented, often requiring significant time investment or real money to progress effectively, making it less appealing for casual players or those averse to grinding.
- “The game is not too grindy at all.”
- “You'll need a second life for grinding.”
- “Game is grindy and pretty much endgame 'content' is impossible unless you pay cash.”
- “This is the biggest waste of time I have ever seen in a game... no forward progress, no moving the story along... just an endless cycle of grinding just to get one digimon.... one.”
- “The grinding is absurd and it's clearly pay to win when you see how much and how often the cash shop is stocked.”
story
778 mentions Positive Neutral Negative
11%
75%
14%
The story in the game is often criticized for being poorly constructed, repetitive, and lacking coherence, with many quests feeling like tedious fetch tasks rather than engaging narratives. Players frequently mention issues with bot interference, which complicates quest completion and detracts from the overall experience. Additionally, the translation quality is subpar, leading to confusion and frustration regarding quest objectives and dialogue, further diminishing the story's impact.
- “It was slightly engaging, the story was pretty much a playable copy of the 'Data Squad' season, and the side quests had their moments.”
- “The world is beautiful, the graphics are appealing, and, (regardless of the 'iffy' translation), the story is engaging.”
- “The game all in all is extremely fun and partly follows the story of the anime.”
- “The quests are insanely repetitive, dialogue/descriptions/names are poorly translated/inconsistent, my inventory is constantly clogged with items I can't even use without paying real money and can't even sell to NPCs, so I can't even carry items necessary to do the boring-ass quests, and many times quests are blocked by people grinding the quest digimon for resources.”
- “The game has received many updates over the year but somehow still forgot to add any real story elements to the game.”
- “The story isn't the purpose of the game; it is merely training your digimon and getting the ones you want.”
gameplay
392 mentions Positive Neutral Negative
22%
61%
17%
The gameplay of Digimon Masters Online is widely criticized for being repetitive, slow, and overly reliant on grinding and luck-based mechanics, with many players finding it boring and lacking depth. While some fans appreciate the nostalgic elements and simple mechanics, the excessive monetization and poorly explained systems detract from the overall experience, leading to a mixed reception that varies significantly based on individual preferences. Overall, the game is seen as more enjoyable for dedicated Digimon fans rather than newcomers or those seeking a robust MMO experience.
- “The gameplay itself may be point-and-click, but that was always the original premise, and why I didn't mind coming back.”
- “Its a fun game with a lot of depth to the gameplay, I recommend it to fans of Digimon or of MMOs; the mechanics are a bit difficult to learn but that's the only downside.”
- “Love this game, great gameplay and feel; it has its issues but nothing's perfect, overall it's really nice and relaxing with a casual feel to it.”
- “As there is little to no content in Digimon Masters Online, the gameplay is honestly boring. The raids and dungeons have no mechanics outside of the same simple mechanic of some circles for only certain fights.”
- “The gameplay is also very bad, like probably the worst MMO I've ever played, and I've played a lot of garbage.”
- “The gameplay is pure grinding - literally no other missions than 'go to x and kill y, and hope they drop z';”
graphics
314 mentions Positive Neutral Negative
31%
42%
27%
The graphics of the game are widely regarded as outdated, with many reviewers noting that they reflect a style reminiscent of early 2000s titles, often described as "PS2-era" or "childish." While some players appreciate the nostalgic charm and find the visuals acceptable for a free-to-play game, others criticize the lack of detail and the presence of performance issues, particularly in crowded areas. Overall, the consensus suggests that while the graphics may not be the game's strong suit, they can be tolerated by fans of the genre.
- “The graphics engine has upgraded, giving it a less 'blocky' feel.”
- “Very nice graphics!”
- “The world is beautiful, the graphics are appealing, and (regardless of the 'iffy' translation), the story is engaging.”
- “The graphics whilst 'clean' are old, basic, dull, and boring.”
- “The game does not handle its graphics well, spluttering around when very many people are in one area (and I have a pretty beefy computer and internet).”
- “Finally, the graphics are ridiculously bad, even when run at max settings on a GTX 970.”
monetization
140 mentions Positive Neutral Negative
3%
34%
63%
The monetization model of the game has been widely criticized as a blatant cash grab, heavily relying on predatory microtransactions that create a pay-to-win environment. Players report that significant progress is nearly impossible without spending substantial amounts of money, leading to frustration among free-to-play users who face excessive grinding and limitations. Overall, the game's monetization tactics have overshadowed its potential, turning it into a disappointing experience for many fans.
- “I think it has some of the most affordable microtransactions I've seen yet.”
- “Microtransactions aren't a necessity, but even if you get just a little premium currency, you can get good stuff with it.”
- “Even though the graphics/gameplay is kind of slow and not very fluid compared to the likes of paid games (World of Warcraft, Final Fantasy 14, etc.), it is a free-to-play game (with microtransactions if you want to get ahead), so take the game with a grain of salt.”
- “This game is absurdly pay to win; it's actually so bad that unless you pay (and a lot), you will simply not progress efficiently. The game is literally a cash grab made to be extremely inconvenient unless you're willing to waste a few hundred bucks every so often to make it playable.”
- “The game is nothing but a complete cash grab at this point. It isn't even remotely close to being as good as it was back in the day. If you aren't a millionaire in real life and have extensive amounts of disposable income, do not, I repeat, do not play this game. You will get absolutely nowhere and accomplish absolutely nothing without dropping mad bank on this hot pile of steaming dog shit of a scam.”
- “Honestly, it feels like a very lazily put together cash grab, which is sad to see from such an excellent franchise.”
music
56 mentions Positive Neutral Negative
32%
47%
21%
The music in the game receives mixed reviews, with some players praising its catchiness and ability to stick in their heads, while others find it repetitive and annoying. Many comments highlight the soundtrack's charm despite the game's outdated graphics, but there are also significant criticisms regarding its lack of uniqueness and overall quality. Overall, the music is seen as a strong point for some, while others consider it a major drawback.
- “Music: 8/10 honestly I love the music, each track gets stuck in my head.”
- “The music is fantastic as well, even in the less interesting areas.”
- “Huge variety of digimon, plenty of customization and great soundtrack become the strength of this game.”
- “The music is ear grinding bad.”
- “The music is forgettable, and the sound system is overall unimpressive.”
- “The ui is god awful, the music is annoying and don't even get me started on the translation.”
stability
54 mentions Positive Neutral Negative
100%
The game is plagued by numerous stability issues, including frequent crashes, lag, and a variety of visual glitches that detract from the overall experience. Many players report encountering bugs that hinder gameplay, such as character fatigue preventing battles and inconsistent performance regardless of hardware specifications. While some users find enjoyment in the game despite these flaws, the overwhelming consensus is that it requires significant optimization and bug fixes to improve stability.
- “This game is buggy and has crashed 4 times within 20 minutes of gameplay.”
- “You will stumble upon countless glitches and bugs within the first hour of the game and it never stops.”
- “Consistent bugs and glitches; it actually started to feel like the game was running worse in the last month I was playing.”
humor
26 mentions Positive Neutral Negative
100%
The humor in the game is a mixed bag, with players finding it amusing due to its quirky references and character interactions, particularly the customizable dialogue of Digimon. While some enjoy the initial comedic elements and find it funny with friends, others criticize the game for becoming tedious and grindy after a few hours, with some labeling it "hilariously bad." Overall, the humor is appreciated but often overshadowed by gameplay frustrations and pay-to-win mechanics.
- “It's very funny and follows the story of Digimon well, using references and characters that really embody the essence of Digimon.”
- “One funny thing is that you can customize a lot of what the Digimon says yourself -- sometimes they will say something when they cast spells, or when you get an error message -- and you can change what they typically say.”
- “It's grindy as all hell, but with friends, it's fun and funny!”
emotional
24 mentions Positive Neutral Negative
83%
17%
The emotional responses to the game are mixed, with some players feeling a sense of nostalgia for the 90s Digimon shows, while others express disappointment due to the game's poor design and lackluster storytelling. Despite some players finding emotional engagement through humor or nostalgia, many recommend avoiding the game unless they are dedicated Digimon fans, as it fails to deliver a compelling emotional experience overall.
- “I felt deeply emotional after playing this game; the graphics are smashing and top notch.”
- “A game that has that little thing that lures you back after days, months, or years without even touching it?”
- “I laughed so hard I cried.”
- “Poorly translated, extremely confusing mechanics, super boring story and sound design annoying as f***.”
optimization
12 mentions Positive Neutral Negative
17%
16%
67%
The game's optimization is widely criticized, with frequent crashes, bugs, and performance issues reported, particularly when changing resolutions. Many players describe it as poorly optimized and unfinished, with numerous glitches and localization errors detracting from the overall experience. While some users note that they haven't encountered major performance issues recently, the overall sentiment leans towards disappointment in the game's optimization quality.
- “Other than the paywalls, the game is fun, the graphics are alright, and there are no performance issues thus far, except for crashing when changing resolutions a few updates back.”
- “The game looks borderline unfinished; there's a lot of unoptimized quests, localization errors, glitches, and unexplained server disconnections.”
- “I hope the Steam release causes the game to be improved so it can hold on to a larger audience because as it stands it's pretty buggy, unoptimized, and all around low quality.”
- “Unoptimized piece of shit.”
replayability
10 mentions Positive Neutral Negative
40%
30%
30%
Overall, the game is considered fun with good replayability, particularly for players who invest money, as most characters are accessible. However, there are concerns about its pay-to-win elements, and some players feel that it lacks replayability for free-to-play users. Updates from the Korean version could enhance the game's longevity and playability.
- “Super fun, great replayability! :) Shame it's slightly pay-to-win, but it's great! :D”
- “Most characters are playable, which adds to the replayability.”
- “Getting the Korean updates would make the game even more playable.”
- “It's not at all replayable.”
- “Most characters are playable.”
- “Also get the Korean updates, that would make it even more playable.”
atmosphere
4 mentions Positive Neutral Negative
75%
50%
The game's atmosphere is a mixed bag; while the Digimon universe is appreciated for its charm, the background music is criticized as 'awful' and detracts from the overall experience, leading to a monotonous feel without it.
- “The Digimon universe has a captivating atmosphere that draws you in.”
- “The ambiance in the Digimon universe is truly enchanting.”
- “The overall atmosphere of the Digimon universe is vibrant and immersive.”
- “The sound is 'awful', especially the background music, but without it, there's no audio atmosphere... the game just becomes a tedious routine of ping... ping... ping... [yawn].”
character development
2 mentions Positive Neutral Negative
100%
Character development in the game is criticized for being lackluster, with reviewers noting poor graphics and uninspired character design, which detracts from the overall experience. Additionally, the prevalence of microtransactions further undermines the depth and engagement of character progression.

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129h Average play time

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