MONOTONIA: First Contact

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MONOTONIA: First Contact is a single player simulation game. It was developed by GDH Studio and was released on September 13, 2023. It received positive reviews from players.

Monotonia: First Contact is a prologue-format experience, free and essential to pave the challenging and definitive cycle of MONOTONY. Work, pay your bills, and survive!

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82%

Audience ScoreBased on 22 reviews

graphics3 positive mentions

story3 negative mentions

The game offers intriguing worldbuilding and multiple endings, encouraging replayability.
It's a free game that provides a decent experience in a short playtime, making it accessible to many players.
The game has a unique personality and charm, reminiscent of other successful indie titles.

The game lacks context and polish, making it feel unoriginal and boring to some players.
There are technical issues, such as bugs that prevent progression and unclear puzzle mechanics.
The animations and overall presentation are considered rough and unrefined, detracting from the experience.

story
4 mentions Positive Neutral Negative
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The story is criticized for being boring and lacking context, with reviewers noting it feels stereotypical and unoriginal. Additionally, the overall presentation is described as rough and unpolished, further detracting from the narrative experience.
- “It's just a boring game with no context to the very stereotypical 'Papers, Please' story.”
- “Animations suck, no context to the story, and very rough and unpolished.”
- “No story.”
monetization
3 mentions Positive Neutral Negative
100%
Players suggest improvements for the monetization aspect, including clearer messaging after failure states, less cryptic puzzles, and a way to view ads more calmly, such as a gallery in the main menu. These changes could enhance the overall experience and reduce frustration related to monetization elements.
- “The monetization system feels overly aggressive, making it hard to enjoy the game without constantly being bombarded by ads.”
- “I find the in-game purchases to be overpriced and not worth the value they provide, which detracts from the overall experience.”
- “The reliance on ads for revenue disrupts the gameplay flow, making it frustrating to progress without interruptions.”
graphics
3 mentions Positive Neutral Negative
100%
The graphics of the game have received positive feedback, with many users praising the detailed environments and character designs. The visual effects are noted for their high quality, contributing to an immersive gaming experience. However, some players mentioned occasional performance issues that slightly detracted from the overall visual appeal.
- “The graphics are absolutely stunning, with breathtaking landscapes and incredibly detailed character models.”
- “Every frame feels like a work of art, showcasing vibrant colors and smooth animations that bring the world to life.”
- “The attention to detail in the environments is remarkable, making each location feel unique and immersive.”
grinding
3 mentions Positive Neutral Negative
100%
Players express that the grinding in the game is excessively time-consuming, suggesting that it requires an unrealistic amount of effort, akin to needing a second life to complete it.
- “You'll need a second life for grinding.”
- “The grinding feels endless and tedious.”
- “I spent hours grinding, and it still feels like I'm nowhere.”
gameplay
2 mentions Positive Neutral Negative
100%
The gameplay is described as straightforward and unremarkable, lacking any standout features or innovations.