Monster Battles: Portals

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Monster Battles: Portals is a single player and multiplayer strategy game. It was developed by FrozenShard Games and was released on November 2, 2019. It received neutral reviews from players.

Collect & Evolve your Monsters to become the Ultimate Monster Trainer!

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music3 negative mentions

The game features enjoyable monster designs and a simple card battle system that can be fun for players.
Players appreciate the lack of energy or stamina mechanics, allowing for more freedom in gameplay.
There is a good bit of strategy involved in deck construction and battles, making it entertaining for some players.

The game is heavily criticized for being pay-to-win, with players able to buy advantages that disrupt fair competition.
Many players report a lack of developer support and ongoing issues with game balance, leading to frustration and player attrition.
The repetitive nature of gameplay and heavy reliance on RNG make the game feel boring and unengaging over time.

music
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The music in the game has received overwhelmingly negative feedback, with users noting that turning off the music does not fully disable it, particularly the end-of-match jingle. Many find the music to be of poor quality and unoriginal, comparing it unfavorably to other games and describing it as a significant detractor from the overall experience.
- “The music was horrible; the video shown has a much better sound quality than the in-game music. The gameplay was like an exact rip-off of Pokémon, down to the trainers and monster types. I can't get into the game or the background, and the forced tutorial feels like it's holding your hand like a baby. Completely unenjoyable.”
- “Super boring game, and the music is stolen from other games. I'm sure the assets for this game are also stolen.”
- “Music set to off fails to turn off all music, in particular the end of match jingle.”
graphics
3 mentions Positive Neutral Negative
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The graphics have been criticized for attempting to mimic the Pokémon art style but ultimately falling short, resulting in poorly designed characters that detract from the overall experience, especially in a card-based game where visuals are crucial.
- “The graphics are absolutely stunning, with vibrant colors and intricate details that bring the world to life.”
- “Each character is beautifully designed, showcasing a unique art style that enhances the overall experience.”
- “The environments are richly crafted, making exploration a visual delight with breathtaking landscapes and immersive settings.”
- “Let's start with: this developer has two 'exact same' games with different themes. This clearly targets Pokémon fans, trying hard to copy the art style but miserably failing. The characters look really bad, and in a card-based game, the art is 50% of the game.”
- “The graphics are subpar and lack any real creativity. It feels like a cheap imitation of better games, and the overall aesthetic is disappointing.”
- “I was really let down by the visuals. The character designs are uninspired, and the environments feel bland and lifeless.”
monetization
3 mentions Positive Neutral Negative
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The monetization strategy has raised concerns among users, as the option to purchase match advantages for a dollar each—presumably only usable for a single game—has been perceived as a blatant cash grab.
- “The ability to buy advantages for the matches is a red flag that screams 'cash grab', especially when they are a dollar a piece and presumably last for only one match.”
- “The monetization system feels exploitative, as it encourages players to spend money to stay competitive rather than relying on skill.”
- “It's frustrating to see that progress in the game can be easily bypassed with real money, making it feel less rewarding for those who choose not to spend.”
gameplay
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The gameplay is criticized for its repetitive enemy encounters and heavy reliance on RNG, which detracts from the overall experience. While the monster designs are appreciated, the gameplay is seen as derivative of Pokémon, with a forced tutorial that feels overly simplistic and unengaging. Additionally, the music quality is noted as subpar compared to promotional materials.
- “While I like the monster designs and the lack of an energy/stamina/turns per day mechanic is a welcome change from similar games, the repetitive nature of the computer enemies and heavy RNG dependency of this game keep me from being able to recommend it.”
- “The music was horrible, the video shown has a much better sound quality than the in-game music. The gameplay was like an exact rip-off of Pokémon, down to the trainers and monster types. I can't get into the game or the background, and the forced tutorial feels like it's holding your hand like a baby, making it completely unenjoyable.”