Monster Legends

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Breed, collect and feed monsters... Then fight in PvP battles! All in one game

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74%

Audience ScoreBased on 10,000 reviews

graphics337 positive mentions

monetization743 negative mentions

The game has a vast array of unique monsters and engaging gameplay that keeps players entertained.
Regular updates and events provide fresh content, making the game feel dynamic and exciting.
The graphics and animations are well-designed, enhancing the overall gaming experience.

The game has become increasingly pay-to-win, making it difficult for free-to-play players to compete effectively.
Long wait times for breeding, hatching, and building can lead to frustration and boredom.
Frequent ads and pop-ups disrupt gameplay, making it less enjoyable for players.

monetization
834 mentions
5 % positive mentions
6 % neutral mentions
89 % negative mentions
The monetization aspect of the game has received overwhelmingly negative feedback from users, primarily due to the excessive number of intrusive ads that disrupt gameplay. Many players express frustration over the forced ads that appear randomly, often without rewards, and the high costs associated with in-game purchases, which are perceived as a cash grab. While some appreciate the option to watch ads for rewards, the overall sentiment indicates that the aggressive monetization strategy detracts significantly from the gaming experience.
- “I understand that the game needs monetization.”
- “Everything though can be gained without money if you want to grind for it, so microtransactions are completely on you.”
- “The microtransactions have basically become optional with the exception of the season pass that is available.”
- “The game is just filled with ads and pay to win characters.”
- “This game is a shameless cash grab.”
- “The ads can be extremely long sometimes, so I gave this a 4 star.”
graphics
471 mentions
72 % positive mentions
27 % neutral mentions
2 % negative mentions
The graphics of the game have received widespread praise for their polish and creativity, with many users highlighting the impressive designs of the monsters and the overall visual appeal. While some players appreciate the improvements made over time, others express a desire for the return of older art styles, indicating a divide in preferences. Overall, the graphics are considered a strong point of the game, contributing significantly to its enjoyment and engagement.
- “The graphics and animation are phenomenal.”
- “The graphics are amazing, the monsters are too.”
- “I love the graphics, art work & the story lines provided about the monsters' past eras, associates, happenings.”
- “Um, I think you need to change the graphics back because it looked way better before.”
- “The graphics look childish and nothing makes this game fun for me anymore.”
- “Game used to be fun, now to compete with top players, everything is pay to win, they push loads of promos to get you to spend while not addressing in-game bugs.”
gameplay
300 mentions
52 % positive mentions
42 % neutral mentions
6 % negative mentions
The gameplay of the game is generally praised for its fun mechanics, engaging monster collection, and strategic battles, reminiscent of classic JRPGs. However, many players express frustration with the increasing pay-to-win elements, frequent ads disrupting gameplay, and a grind-heavy progression system that can hinder enjoyment, especially for free-to-play users. While the graphics and monster designs receive acclaim, issues like bugs, repetitive tasks, and unbalanced multiplayer experiences detract from the overall gameplay experience.
- “The gameplay is enjoyable and the graphics are amazing though!”
- “Very addictive and fun gameplay.”
- “The gameplay is fantastic but there's an error I can't join a team every time I pick a team that isn't even full it says error the team is full.”
- “It's very pay to win, and some of the best monsters are locked behind money or tedious game mechanics.”
- “The gameplay gets repetitive and once you reach a certain level you start fighting an uphill battle.”
- “The gameplay is boringly repetitive.”
stability
217 mentions
4 % positive mentions
3 % neutral mentions
94 % negative mentions
The stability of the game is a significant concern among users, with many reporting frequent glitches, freezes, and crashes that disrupt gameplay. Players experience issues such as delayed message notifications, freezing during battles, and problems with loading screens, particularly after updates. While some users have noted minimal or no glitches, the overall consensus indicates that the game suffers from a variety of stability problems that detract from the overall experience.
- “There are no bugs, no glitches, and no scams.”
- “One of the few games I've found with next to no glitches.”
- “This game is so fun; there are no glitches at all.”
- “This game is very good but it is also very buggy, I've never seen so many problems in a game, it always seems to randomly screw up and do glitches. Other than that, it's solid.”
- “Every time I level up my monsters and sometimes when I start battles, the game completely freezes.”
- “The game constantly glitches and words change to code, and the bar with all the offers appears in the middle of the screen and the screen zooms in way too much.”
story
147 mentions
24 % positive mentions
74 % neutral mentions
2 % negative mentions
The game's story is praised for its engaging plot and rich lore surrounding the monsters, with many players enjoying the unique backstories and quests. However, some users express frustration with the pacing and difficulty of progressing through the story, often feeling hindered by resource limitations and the need for in-game purchases. Overall, while the narrative elements are appreciated, the gameplay experience can be marred by issues related to progression and monetization.
- “I love the graphics, artwork, and the storylines provided about the monsters' past eras, associates, and happenings.”
- “Stane wrote this game monster from all over the galaxy. I love the story that they're telling here; would recommend 5 stars.”
- “The storyline is great, the music is one of the most underrated aspects of the game. I love the music, soothing yet intriguing, and you can both be competitive as well as laid back here.”
- “Story missions become trivial.”
- “The story mode gets harder and harder at the time.”
- “You start hitting massive walls almost immediately in the main story and the only ways past them are gated by time for resources and both time and luck for high tier monsters.”
grinding
110 mentions
3 % positive mentions
-2 % neutral mentions
99 % negative mentions
The grinding aspect of the game is a mixed bag, with many players finding it both tedious and rewarding. While some enjoy the challenge and sense of achievement that comes from grinding for resources and leveling up monsters, others criticize the game for its pay-to-win mechanics and excessive time requirements, especially at higher levels. Overall, players agree that while grinding can be fun, it often feels overly demanding and can hinder progress for free-to-play users.
- “I rated this game 5 stars because there is no tedious farming for experience. It's not hard to gain levels, but the fact that you can encounter the same monster more than once can be a bit annoying. Overall, it's a must-play!”
- “The grinding in this game is rewarding and engaging, making it feel less like a chore and more like an adventure.”
- “I appreciate how the game balances grinding with fun mechanics, allowing me to enjoy the process of leveling up without feeling overwhelmed.”
- “I would have recommended this game last week to just about anyone, however, the newest update has turned progression to a crawl and has made the game far more grindy and difficult to play without paying for progress.”
- “The game is a little grindy for me, and it takes so much time just for things to upgrade, hatch, and build.”
- “This game was fun until about level 20 and now it is too tedious to level up anything and you cannot pass the adventure or dungeon levels, nor the multiplayer battles because your monsters are at level 20 while the ones that you're against are level 40+ absolutely ridiculous.”
music
51 mentions
35 % positive mentions
59 % neutral mentions
6 % negative mentions
The music in the game receives mixed reviews, with many players appreciating its nostalgic and soothing qualities, while others express frustration over bugs, such as music continuing to play during battles or when turned off. Some users long for the return of older soundtracks, citing a preference for the peaceful music from previous seasons. Overall, while the music is often described as enjoyable and well-made, technical issues and inconsistencies detract from the experience for some players.
- “The graphics are very good and the battle music is epic.”
- “The storyline is great, the music is one of the most underrated aspects of the game. I love the music, soothing yet intriguing, and you can both be competitive as well as laid back here.”
- “It's fun, the art design is stellar, and the music is so beautiful.”
- “Only issue was that there was no background music in some battles, and the game crashed when I bred with two of the starting characters (I think the red/green dude with King Kong?). Although when I opened the game back up, it continued from where I left off, so that's alright.”
- “But on Chromebook, there is this weird bug where a second track of music plays. It sounds like the PlayStation 4 background music but altered. The annoying thing is that it always plays, even in battles, and even when you turn the music off!”
- “I really like and enjoy this game, but the disturbing out-of-key new music is very annoying. Please change this.”
humor
32 mentions
100 % positive mentions
0 % neutral mentions
0 % negative mentions
The humor in the game is highlighted by its clever and funny monster names, amusing graphics, and entertaining character designs, which often reference popular culture. Players appreciate the balance of ferocity and humor in the monsters, leading to a lighthearted gaming experience, although some note that the humor can wear off over time. Overall, the game is described as a fun and addictive activity that brings laughter, especially when engaging with its quirky characters and animations.
- “The monsters are a good balance of ferocious and funny.”
- “It's quite clever, and I find myself laughing at the interesting characters.”
- “The different monsters are amazing, each with their own hilarious names and islands.”
optimization
22 mentions
23 % positive mentions
59 % neutral mentions
18 % negative mentions
The game's optimization is a mixed bag, with some players reporting smooth performance and good graphics, while others experience frequent crashes, lag, and issues with ads disrupting gameplay. Although developers are actively pushing updates to improve performance, many users still feel that further optimizations are necessary to enhance the overall experience, especially on certain devices. Overall, while some players enjoy the game without significant issues, others are frustrated by the performance inconsistencies and crashes.
- “It has amazing graphics, lots of amazing characters, lots of events, runs smoothly even on low-budget phones, and the developers keep pushing updates every 1-2 weeks to optimize the game.”
- “The game has improved on their performance, with less lag and crashes.”
- “I like it; great performance and graphics, and the animation is stunning.”
- “Poorly optimized on some devices; the game likes to freeze and/or crash very often after ads, and the added occasional ads don't help the issue.”
- “I formerly rated this game 4 stars because I love it so much, but as the game goes on, the performance gets slower and slower. The ads bug and crash the game, the rewards are often wasted because it crashes before you get to spin, the new free video chest doesn't give ads so it can't be obtained, the surveys don't work because they give me nothing and then crash. Worst of all, just right now I finished upgrading 2 temple buildings, but every time I claim the XP, it crashes the game.”
- “The game does need to be optimized so there is no constant crashing when you get more monsters later on.”
character development
10 mentions
80 % positive mentions
20 % neutral mentions
0 % negative mentions
Overall, the character development in the game is praised for its impressive and diverse designs, which many players find enjoyable and engaging. However, some users express frustration with gameplay mechanics that hinder the use of well-designed characters, as well as concerns about monetization strategies overshadowing the experience. Despite these issues, the character designs are often highlighted as a standout feature, with calls for further updates to enhance the overall experience.
- “The lore and character designs are fun and enjoyable; the game mechanics are enjoyable and well-balanced.”
- “The character design can be a little wacky, but they are generally so well put together that I think they should make movies with these characters! They're a lot more authentic than many cartoon dragons.”
- “Great character development and insane strategy-based gameplay.”
emotional
2 mentions
100 % positive mentions
0 % neutral mentions
0 % negative mentions
Users express a strong emotional connection to the monsters they collect in the game, highlighting a positive aspect of gameplay that fosters attachment. However, this emotional experience is overshadowed by frustration over intrusive ads that disrupt the gaming experience, leading to a sense of disappointment and making the game feel unplayable for some.
- “To me, it's like I get emotionally attached to all the monsters I collect, and that's a good effect for a mobile game, because nowadays, mobile games have lost their touch.”
atmosphere
1 mentions
100 % positive mentions
0 % neutral mentions
0 % negative mentions
The atmosphere of the game is widely praised, contributing to an enjoyable and engaging experience for players.
- “It's a really fun game with a nice atmosphere.”
replayability
1 mentions
300 % positive mentions
-200 % neutral mentions
0 % negative mentions
The game is praised for its excellent replay value, indicating that players find it engaging enough to return to multiple times.
- “Has excellent replay value.”
- “The game offers a variety of choices that make each playthrough feel unique.”
- “With multiple endings and different character paths, I find myself coming back for more.”