Hotel Transylvania 3 Monsters Overboard
- July 11, 2018
- Torus Games
Get on SteamDracula, Mavis and their monster friends are marooned on the mysterious Lost Islands – and only you, in command of lovable little creatures, the Impa, can save them! Explore the islands, discover new Impa abilities, and rescue Frankenstein, Murray and Wayne from fearsome enemies. But hurry – the Drac-Pack’s lives are at stake!
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Reviews
- The game offers a fun and engaging experience for fans of the Hotel Transylvania franchise, with charming characters and humorous moments.
- The gameplay mechanics, inspired by Pikmin, allow for strategic control of Impas, providing a unique twist on the genre.
- The graphics and voice acting are solid, contributing to an enjoyable atmosphere that fans of the series will appreciate.
- The time limit and lack of exploration options hinder the gameplay experience, making it feel restrictive and frustrating.
- The game is relatively short and lacks depth, with limited content and repetitive tasks that can lead to boredom.
- The design feels lazy, with still images used for cutscenes instead of animated sequences, which detracts from the overall polish of the game.
- humor8 mentions
- 100 % positive mentions
- 0 % neutral mentions
- 0 % negative mentions
The humor in the game is consistently praised, with players highlighting its hilarious moments that provoke genuine laughter, such as amusing character interactions and imaginative scenarios involving "Impas." The lighthearted tone and playful ideas contribute to an overall entertaining experience that keeps players engaged and amused.
“Hilarious moments everywhere, laughing so hard I spill my snack! 🤣”
“(Chuckling) Imagine Goron Impas rolling into enemies.”
“(Laughing) If Impa’s in control, these Impas better be ready for underwater action!”
- story4 mentions
- 25 % positive mentions
- 50 % neutral mentions
- 25 % negative mentions
The story is a continuation of the third movie's narrative, effectively maintaining character consistency while presenting a side adventure. However, the storytelling is criticized for its lack of polish, as it relies on still images instead of animated cut scenes, giving it a rough, unfinished feel. Overall, while it offers nostalgic connections for fans, the execution leaves much to be desired.
“They do keep the characters in character and it's a nice little continuation from the 3rd movie's storyline as this is portrayed as a side story on their way back from their adventures in HT3.”
“The design was also very lazy as they couldn't even bother with animated cut scenes but instead used still images of the 3D renders as if it was a rough storyboarding for later 3D animation.”
- gameplay4 mentions
- 75 % positive mentions
- -50 % neutral mentions
- 75 % negative mentions
Gameplay is criticized for its time limits and simplicity, which some find detracts from the overall experience. Additionally, technical issues like freezing when accessing the Steam overlay further hinder enjoyment, leading to frustration with the game's mechanics and value.
“Gameplay is very simple and the game isn't too hard to understand.”
“It's just a game mechanic!”
“The gameplay is engaging and keeps you invested throughout the experience.”
“Time limit ruins the gameplay and makes it frustrating.”
“Shift-tabbing into the Steam overlay also makes the gameplay freeze; you can still bring up the menu and select options, but it doesn't respond, leaving you stuck while the music loops.”
“Gameplay is very simple, and the game isn't too hard to understand, which makes it feel unchallenging.”
- music3 mentions
- 67 % positive mentions
- 0 % neutral mentions
- 33 % negative mentions
The music in the game is highly praised, with users noting that the soundtrack is engaging and memorable, enhancing the overall experience. However, some technical issues, such as gameplay freezing while accessing the menu, detract from the enjoyment of the music during gameplay.
“The soundtrack slaps harder than a werewolf on a dance floor 🎶”
“Leaving the theater, full of soda and popcorn, and going straight into the nearby store to pick up some comics, posters, soundtracks, t-shirts, and, if you're lucky, a video game to continue experiencing the movie at home.”
“Shift-tabbing into the Steam overlay also makes the gameplay freeze. You can still bring up the menu and select options, but it doesn't respond. The music loops continue playing while you consider the worthwhileness of spending full price on a movie license game in this day and age.”
- graphics1 mentions
- 100 % positive mentions
- 0 % neutral mentions
- 0 % negative mentions
The graphics are praised for their exceptional smoothness, likened to the luxurious feel of a vampire's silk-lined coffin, indicating a high level of visual polish and fluidity in the game's presentation.
“The graphics are smoother than a vampire's silk-lined coffin.”
