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Monster Monpiece

Monster Monpiece is certainly not the average digital card game. Upgrading cards requires players to rub down their would-be monster girl soldiers and it features a heavy dose of visual novel style storytelling. It is, however, an okay story at best and a decent card battler. It doesn't stand out much from the field other than its "Crush Rub" upgrade system but, hey, at least it's uncensored.
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70%Game Brain Score
story, gameplay
grinding, monetization
74% User Score Based on 262 reviews
Critic Score 50%Based on 1 reviews

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Monster Monpiece is a single player and multiplayer role playing game with fantasy and erotic themes. It was developed by COMPILE HEART and was released on March 14, 2017. It received neutral reviews from critics and mostly positive reviews from players.

Monster Monpiece is a card-based battler where you play as May Esperio and aim to become a master in a world of coexistence between humans and "monster girls." The game features over 1

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74%
Audience ScoreBased on 262 reviews
story34 positive mentions
grinding38 negative mentions

  • Engaging card-battling mechanics that blend strategy with fun gameplay.
  • Gorgeous artwork featuring a variety of monster girls, appealing to fans of the genre.
  • Addictive deck-building and card collection system that encourages experimentation.
  • Repetitive gameplay and lack of variety in battles can lead to boredom over time.
  • The story is mediocre and predictable, lacking depth and character development.
  • Microtransactions for card packs can feel unnecessary and detract from the overall experience.
  • story
    159 mentions Positive Neutral Negative

    The story of the game is generally considered mediocre and predictable, often described as a standard JRPG narrative centered around friendship and adventure, with little depth or character development. While some players appreciate the lighthearted tone and visual novel-style presentation, many find the plot bland and repetitive, with a lack of engaging twists or memorable characters. Overall, the story serves as a backdrop to the gameplay rather than a compelling element in its own right.

    • “The visual novel-style storytelling keeps the pacing brisk, with fully voiced Japanese dialogue adding charm to the lighthearted (if predictable) story of friendship and adventure.”
    • “The dialogues and the dynamics between the characters in the story are really well done.”
    • “Overall, I really enjoyed the story and characters.”
    • “Give anyone a pen and paper, and they could write a better story, and since this is a story-based deck builder...”
    • “The story from start to finish has little to no twist; it's as you see it, with some very repetitive encounters between the characters.”
    • “The story is very simple, generic, and is one of the weakest points of this game.”
  • gameplay
    135 mentions Positive Neutral Negative

    The gameplay is characterized by engaging and strategic card-battling mechanics that offer a surprising depth and replayability, despite some repetitive elements and missed opportunities in animations. Players appreciate the charming art style and the unique mechanics, such as the "rubbing" system for card upgrades, although this may not appeal to everyone. Overall, while the gameplay can become monotonous over time, it remains enjoyable and is often recommended for fans of the genre.

    • “Beneath the fan service lies a well-crafted tactical experience with engaging mechanics, a vibrant art style, and a surprising amount of replayability.”
    • “The gameplay is incredibly addicting; you'll find yourself wasting hour after hour just playing this game, and it is so fun that you don't even get mad about it.”
    • “The card battle gameplay is simple, but offers a surprising amount of strategic and tactical depth.”
    • “After the first few battles, you have basically mastered the game; from there, the only thing that changes is getting new cards that do new things that the old cards might not have done, or they do better, or etc. etc. card game mechanics until you realize two things.”
    • “The gameplay itself is pretty bland.”
    • “The gameplay is way too simple and repetitive... what can I say about this game?”
  • graphics
    49 mentions Positive Neutral Negative

    The graphics of Monster Monpiece receive mixed reviews, with many praising the vibrant and well-crafted artwork of the monster girls, which is highlighted as a standout feature. However, several users criticize the overall visual presentation as dated and lacking depth, likening it to an old mobile game, despite acknowledging the quality of the card artwork. While the game excels in character design and variety, the graphical execution in other areas is seen as underwhelming.

    • “Monster Monpiece is a card-battling RPG that blends strategic depth with a lighthearted, anime-inspired aesthetic.”
    • “The game’s artwork is a standout, featuring beautifully illustrated monster girls designed by a roster of talented artists.”
    • “Plus, the game's art style is absolutely stunning, with each monster girl boasting a unique and eye-catching design.”
    • “The graphics look dated.”
    • “This game isn’t visually interesting — in fact, I consider the visuals to be one of the weakest points of this game.”
    • “The graphics are also very plain; there are only four different models for the field in three levels of dress.”
  • grinding
    40 mentions Positive Neutral Negative

    The grinding aspect of the game is widely criticized for being tedious and time-consuming, particularly in the early and late stages where currency and card upgrades are slow to accumulate. Players note that while some grinding is necessary for deck building and unlocking content, it often feels repetitive and lacks meaningful rewards, leading to a frustrating experience. Despite the grind, some players find enjoyment in the card mechanics, suggesting that those who appreciate collectible card games may tolerate the grind better than others.

    • “You'll need a second life for grinding.”
    • “Little to no grinding is required to beat the game.”
    • “Everything about this game is tedious.”
    • “The game decides at one point to ramp difficulty up and it gets harder and way more grindy from that point onward.”
    • “Upgrading some cards requires 'seal stones' which cost very, very high amounts of gold, so if you want to upgrade all your monster girls, be prepared for some grinding.”
  • music
    31 mentions Positive Neutral Negative

    The music in the game receives mixed reviews, with some players appreciating the unique blend of electric guitars, retro electronics, and choirs, while others find it generic or repetitive, particularly during battles. Although the soundtrack is generally well-mastered and fits the game's atmosphere, some users noted that it can become annoying over time, especially with limited variety in certain situations. Overall, while the music is considered good by many, it lacks standout tracks and can feel short or repetitive.

    • “The music is nice, and fits well the situations - except at the end [spoiler]the map theme being the same while everyone turns lost was a major turnoff from the situation[/spoiler].”
    • “Also want to point out towards the music - unique tracks mixing some electric guitars, retro electronics and choirs which I find very appealing.”
    • “The soundtrack is well-mastered and in my opinion really good with enough tracks to not get bored at.”
    • “The music is also generic.”
    • “Too short soundtrack where they play the same song over and over again during battles.”
    • “Music, sound effects, and voice acting are okay but can get a bit annoying after a while.”
  • monetization
    30 mentions Positive Neutral Negative

    The monetization in *Monster Monpiece* features microtransactions for card packs, which some players view as unnecessary in a single-player game. While these purchases can provide access to rare cards, they are not essential for completing the game, as all cards can be earned through gameplay. However, the presence of microtransactions has drawn criticism, particularly for being a remnant from the game's original Vita release, leading to mixed feelings among players regarding their impact on the overall experience.

    • “Without giving into the online store (or microtransactions), Monster Monpiece can be super-grindy; however, you don’t need to spend a dime to steamroll the game.”
    • “There is absolutely no need to purchase the online shop card packs using microtransactions.”
    • “This game has microtransactions available to buy card packs in the game, but they are certainly not needed to beat the game.”
    • “Some cards can only be obtained from in-game purchased card packs, and two cards (273-275 Thor and 315 Fear) are not even released in the Windows version.”
    • “Microtransactions really bring this game down, especially with no way to restore erased data.”
    • “The +1 cards completely outclass the standard cards, meaning that to continue progressing you have to either grind or pay real money for microtransactions and hope to get higher-tiered cards from booster packs in order to proceed with the story.”
  • humor
    7 mentions Positive Neutral Negative

    The humor in the game is a mixed bag; while some players appreciate the quirky mechanics and character interactions that provide comedic moments, others find the humor lacking compared to similar titles. The game's unique features can be amusing initially, but some elements, like voice acting, may become cringeworthy over time. Overall, the humor appeals to those who embrace its absurdity, but it may not resonate with everyone.

    • “While the fan service won’t appeal to everyone, those who can look past it—or embrace it with a sense of humor—will find a surprisingly polished and addictive strategy game.”
    • “At first this seems unfair but really it's hilarious how much a non-threat the AI manages to be with practically infinite mana.”
    • “Oh, and the characters are also funny.”
    • “The game's unique strengthening mode is funny at first, but gets cringey after a while, especially because of the voice actresses' lines - they can do a whole 180° in both extremes.”
  • emotional
    6 mentions Positive Neutral Negative

    The emotional aspect of the game is largely criticized, with reviewers noting a lack of depth and meaningful storytelling. While there are some touching moments and comedic elements, the overall narrative is considered boring and superficial, focusing on trivial themes rather than delivering a profound emotional experience.

    • “As for the game itself: a typical if/ch story with cuties all over the place, some touching moments and some comedy.”
    • “Boring story and combat.”
    • “Boring story.”
  • optimization
    5 mentions Positive Neutral Negative

    The game's optimization has received mixed feedback; while some players report a smooth experience with no crashes or stuttering, others have encountered issues like black screens and sound stuttering. Overall, many users find it well-optimized, highlighting its strong performance on PC.

    • “Well optimized and runs without a hitch; the story is simple but pleasantly not cringeworthy so far, contrary to what often comes with the anime genre.”
    • “Awesome performance.”
    • “For me, it has no performance issues.”
    • “Also, there are a lot of issues right now; the screen goes black, sound stuttering, etc.”
  • replayability
    4 mentions Positive Neutral Negative

    Overall, the game's replayability is mixed; while some players appreciate the engaging mechanics and vibrant art style that enhance replay value, others feel that the lack of online play and limited content after collecting all cards significantly diminish it.

    • “Beneath the fan service lies a well-crafted tactical experience with engaging mechanics, a vibrant art style, and a surprising amount of replayability.”
    • “First of all, the characters are visually appealing, which really helps replayability.”
    • “So replayability is not that great.”
    • “Lack of online play reduces replay value once you collect all cards.”
  • stability
    3 mentions Positive Neutral Negative

    The stability of the game has been criticized for being buggy, with users reporting various issues that affect gameplay. Overall, these problems detract from the overall experience and suggest a need for further optimization.

    • “The game is plagued with bugs and issues that make it nearly unplayable.”
    • “I encountered numerous stability problems that ruined my gaming experience.”
    • “Frequent crashes and glitches have made it frustrating to enjoy the game.”
  • character development
    2 mentions Positive Neutral Negative

    Character development in the game is largely criticized, with many users finding the characters forgettable and lacking depth. Players feel that they learn everything necessary about characters upon first meeting them, resulting in minimal growth or evolution throughout the story. While the character design is noted to be somewhat appealing, it does not compensate for the overall lack of development.

    • “The story features very forgettable characters; there's hardly any character development, and you probably learn everything you need to know about them when you first meet.”
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Monster Monpiece is a role playing game with fantasy and erotic themes.

Monster Monpiece is available on PC, Windows, PlayStation and PlayStation Vita.

On average players spend around 20 hours playing Monster Monpiece.

Monster Monpiece was released on March 14, 2017.

Monster Monpiece was developed by COMPILE HEART.

Monster Monpiece has received neutral reviews from players and neutral reviews from critics. Most players liked this game for its story but disliked it for its grinding.

Monster Monpiece is a single player game with multiplayer support.

Similar games include Hell Girls, Braveland, The DioField Chronicle, Dice & Fold, Disgaea 6 Complete and others.