Meg's Monster

96%
Game Brain Score Based on 231 reviews
  • story
  • emotional
  • gameplay
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Meg’s Monster is a great 2D pixel-style action-adventure game that has you exploring the underworld to help this lost human child get back to her mother. With a great story and battle mechanics it is sure to make you smile.
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In Meg's Monster, a JRPG with a twist, players guide Roy, a powerful monster, and his friend Golan to help Meg, a little girl whose tears can trigger the apocalypse. With Meg's safety being paramount, players must find her mother and return her home. Roy has immense strength and high HP, but the game ends if Meg panics and cries.

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96%
Audience ScoreBased on 231 reviews
story86 positive mentions
atmosphere3 negative mentions
  • The game features a heartfelt and emotional story that resonates deeply with players, often leading to tears.
  • The characters are well-developed and charming, with unique personalities that enhance the narrative experience.
  • The pixel art and soundtrack are beautifully crafted, contributing to the overall atmosphere and emotional impact of the game.
  • The gameplay is simplistic and lacks depth, with battles often feeling scripted and easy, which may disappoint players looking for a challenging RPG experience.
  • The game is linear with limited exploration, making it feel somewhat restrictive and lacking in interactivity.
  • Some players felt that the pacing was uneven, particularly in the second half, and that certain plot points could have been explored more thoroughly.
  • story228 mentions

    The story of "Meg's Monster" is widely praised for its emotional depth, charming characters, and engaging narrative, often drawing comparisons to beloved titles like "Undertale." While many players appreciate the heartfelt and touching moments, some critique the pacing and linearity, feeling that certain plot points and character developments could have been explored more thoroughly. Overall, the game is recommended for those seeking a short, story-driven experience that evokes strong emotions.

    • “A heartfelt story that visually might be very reminiscent of another game that features monster and human tensions, but it stands out with a nice focus on a set main cast that I couldn't help but just adore.”
    • “But from my time playing this game, it’s a really fascinating, emotional, and well-written story, I'd say… with lots of personality, charm, and literally plot twists after plot twist after plot twists here and there.”
    • “It's a heartwarming story between Meg and Roy and their adventures together.”
    • “The game will often just dump huge amounts of exposition on the player, with no good story reason to do so, simply because the writer felt that the player should know it immediately.”
    • “Unfortunately both the story structure and dialogue sound like what happens when someone is very familiar with tropes, but not how to use them effectively.”
    • “The first half of the game felt rushed: the story lacked the polish that I saw in the second half and I felt like the story was going through the motions of similar stories that I'd seen in the past, without much intrigue, and with minimal gameplay mechanics.”
  • emotional91 mentions

    The emotional aspect of "Meg's Monster" is widely praised for its heartfelt storytelling, relatable characters, and unexpected plot twists that evoke strong feelings, often leading players to tears. Reviewers highlight the game's ability to blend humor with poignant moments, creating a touching narrative that resonates deeply, making it a standout experience for fans of story-driven games. Despite some critiques regarding pacing, the overall emotional impact and charm of the game leave a lasting impression on players.

    • “A heartfelt story that visually might be very reminiscent of another game that features monster and human tensions, but it stands out with a nice focus on a set main cast that I couldn't help but just adore.”
    • “Just such a great game, it’s an emotional roller coaster and just such a beautiful story that made me feel more than any book, movie, or game I've experienced this year, I absolutely loved it.”
    • “Meg's monster is a beautiful and heartfelt story, with so much charm.”
  • gameplay73 mentions

    The gameplay in this game is generally viewed as simplistic and lacking depth, often taking a backseat to the narrative and character development. While there are some unique mechanics and moments of emotional engagement, many players find the combat repetitive and easy, with a focus on fetch quests and dialogue over exploration and challenging gameplay. Overall, the experience is more akin to an interactive story than a traditional RPG, appealing primarily to those who prioritize narrative over gameplay complexity.

    • “Heartwarming with super interesting gameplay and mechanics.”
    • “Truly, hats off to the devs. A simple, but engaging gameplay loop, some cool combat mechanics, a very stylish and engaging world to traverse, and the story and characters…oh god they’re so charming.”
    • “Gameplay doesn't disturb the beautiful story but enhances the emotional connection to characters.”
    • “The combat feels a little tagged on; while there is variety in the enemies, you typically only fight them once. Game overs tend to fall down to extremely bad luck since you are on a linear path with no real options besides your established mechanics.”
    • “Gameplay-wise, it's mostly filled with tons of walking simulators, clicking through dialogues, fetch quests, light puzzles, and the generic JRPG-style turn-based combat with the usual balancing act between healing, defending, and attacking the enemies.”
    • “The gameplay isn't good because each of the battles is set up perfectly for you to win if you hit the right actions in the right order.”
  • music55 mentions

    The music in the game has received widespread praise for its emotional depth and beautiful compositions, with standout tracks like "Wishing Star" resonating deeply with players. However, some reviewers noted that the soundtrack can feel limited and repetitive over time, which may detract from its overall impact. Despite these critiques, the music is generally regarded as a significant strength that enhances the storytelling and atmosphere of the game.

    • “The soundtrack is also fantastic, and one particular song called 'Wishing Star' had me crying my eyes out and stabbed right in the heart.”
    • “A moving story, amazing soundtrack, and fun gameplay make for an experience that I'm angry I didn't play sooner.”
    • “The music is very expressive and helps in creating an atmosphere for certain scenes.”
    • “The soundtrack is limited, and while the songs are quite good, they grow old by the end of the first hour.”
    • “My only minor complaint is I felt some of the music got repeated a bit too much, and an extra piece or two could have helped with keeping the atmosphere fresh.”
    • “The music is... meh?”
  • graphics20 mentions

    The graphics of the game are widely praised for their charming pixel art style, reminiscent of classics like Mother 3, with vibrant colors and delightful character designs that enhance the overall aesthetic. Many reviewers appreciate the attention to detail in the visuals, although some express a desire for more animation in certain elements. Overall, the art style is considered a standout feature, contributing significantly to the game's appeal.

    • “I love the pixel art style for the game; it is amazing and colorful. It almost reminds me of Mother 3, especially some of the scenes and character designs.”
    • “There are so many cute additional visual details put in every minor scene, which just adds to its already insane charm and great visuals.”
    • “The aesthetics are top-grade, with stunning pixel art rivaling that of Mother 3.”
    • “The art style is similarly charming, but simplistic.”
    • “Unfortunately though, I was struggling to find many positives beyond the aesthetics to continue playing the game beyond the first half: I felt that the gameplay was not very interesting (all the battles felt the same), and the plot developments were lacking intrigue.”
  • humor12 mentions

    The humor in the game is described as a delightful blend of "cute-funny" dialogues and unexpected comedic moments that enhance its heartfelt narrative. Players appreciate the clever writing and humorous mechanics, which provide levity amidst emotional themes, making the experience both entertaining and touching. Overall, the game successfully balances humor and poignancy, leaving a lasting impression on players.

    • “It's a short, non-stressful, simple turn-based combat game that manages to be fun thanks to how it approaches its cute, heartfelt story and how it plays around with its simple turn-based combat by sprinkling some mini-game mechanics and funny dialogue.”
    • “A beautiful, emotional story with excellent character writing and a good sense of humor.”
    • “Honestly, a certain segment in the second half was one of the funniest parts of the game just because of it derailing the story for a bit in a humorous way.”
  • character development6 mentions

    The game excels in character development, particularly through its engaging story and well-designed characters, such as the protagonist Roy. While some players wished for more depth and length in certain areas, the narrative's twists and emotional arcs keep players invested. The vibrant pixel art and soundtrack further enhance the overall experience, making it a standout in storytelling despite its simplistic gameplay.

    • “The strength of the game is the story, which provides interesting character development for the big blue lug, Roy.”
    • “The story and character development keep you invested, with twists along the way; some characters you started off skeptical about, you end up admiring.”
    • “Simple and easy JRPG, but you definitely buy this for the story, character development, and music (vocals by Laura Shigihara), but not for its gameplay, where there is very little.”
    • “I feel like the game should have been longer or had more character development in certain areas to really have maximum impact, but it was still a pretty sweet story.”
    • “Simple and easy JRPG, but you definitely buy this for the story, character development, and music (vocals by Laura Shigihara) but not for its gameplay where there is very little of.”
  • atmosphere4 mentions

    The game's atmosphere is primarily focused on establishing an emotional tone, but it often feels flat and lacks variation, even during dramatic moments. While the music is expressive and enhances certain scenes, its repetitive nature detracts from maintaining a fresh atmosphere throughout the gameplay.

    • “The music is very expressive and helps in creating an atmosphere for certain scenes.”
    • “They tried so hard to set up this emotional atmosphere most of the time that there were hardly any changes in the mood throughout the game.”
    • “However, as I stated before, it feels flat and hardly ever changes its atmosphere when some dramatic or emotional event is taking place.”
    • “My only minor complaint is I felt some of the music got repeated a bit too much, and an extra piece or two could have helped with keeping the atmosphere fresh.”
  • grinding4 mentions

    Reviews indicate that the game features no grinding, allowing players to progress without the need for repetitive battles or resource collection. Players can retry after dying without facing game over penalties, and character stats are primarily developed through story-driven encounters rather than grinding.

    • “There's no grinding, and if you die, you can just retry—no game over backtracking.”
    • “There is no grinding and no wandering.”
    • “There’s no gear to collect, treasures to loot, or grinding to be done.”
    • “You will not be grinding at all; there are no default enemies, and the stats you need are all achieved through story battles.”
  • replayability1 mentions

    Many users feel that the game falls short in terms of content, which negatively impacts its replayability, making it less appealing for repeated playthroughs.

    • “I'd like to recommend it, but it's just lacking in content and replayability.”
    • “Once you've completed the game, there's little incentive to go back and play it again.”
    • “The lack of diverse gameplay options makes replaying feel more like a chore than a choice.”
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Critic Reviews

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