MonsterCrafter

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MonsterCrafter is a single player simulation game. It was developed by Naquatic LLC and was released on December 5, 2013. It received very positive reviews from players.

Dream it. Build it. Train it. Battle it. Craft a pet monster any way you like!

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93%

Audience ScoreBased on 10,000 reviews

graphics94 positive mentions

monetization53 negative mentions

The game allows for a high level of creativity in monster design, making it fun and engaging.
The gameplay is addictive, combining elements of crafting and battling, reminiscent of both Minecraft and Pokémon.
The graphics and animations are appealing, contributing to an enjoyable gaming experience.

The yes and no buttons are often inverted, leading to accidental monster deletions.
The energy system limits gameplay, requiring players to wait before they can engage in battles.
Some monsters and upgrades are priced too high, making it difficult for players to progress without spending real money.

graphics
131 mentions Positive Neutral Negative
72%
23%
5%
The graphics of the game receive mixed reviews, with many players praising their colorful, cartoonish style and overall quality, often comparing them favorably to Minecraft. However, some users express a desire for improvements, noting that while the graphics are good, they could be enhanced further for a better experience. Overall, the visuals contribute positively to the game's appeal, but there is a consensus that updates could elevate them even more.
- “The graphics are suitable for everybody; colorful enough for the younger audience, and the style is amazing and can be appreciated for an older audience.”
- “It's amazing the graphics are amazing the whole game is amazing i love playing it so much i played it all day and all night.”
- “Great gameplay, great graphics, and amazing animations!”
- “But they could have done a lot better in graphics, and could have added a lot of things to it.”
- “The graphics are a little bit scary.”
- “It's really very laggy, especially when I train my monsters - it moves at 3-4 frames per second. Maybe you could let the user change the graphics quality.”
gameplay
89 mentions Positive Neutral Negative
69%
28%
3%
The gameplay is generally well-received, characterized by its simplicity and fun mechanics reminiscent of Pokémon and Minecraft, allowing for creative monster design and engaging battles. While many players appreciate the addictive nature and smooth performance, some express frustration with certain mechanics like the energy system and repetitive gameplay loops. Overall, the game offers a solid and enjoyable experience, though there are calls for more variety and improvements in specific areas.
- “When I tried it for the first time, I absolutely fell in love with the diverse and fun gameplay!”
- “The gameplay is very easy but still challenging and fun.”
- “I love the gameplay because it's a bit like Minecraft and Pokémon put together.”
- “The rock-paper-scissors game and the slot machine are both the most frustrating mechanics in the entire game, mostly because you have to use both of them and win enough times to keep your monsters happy.”
- “The game waits about 30 minutes for you to get addicted, then implements an energy mechanic.”
- “You don't have to limit gameplay to a few plays every ten minutes!”
monetization
74 mentions Positive Neutral Negative
22%
6%
72%
Overall, players appreciate the minimal presence of ads in the game, highlighting that it avoids advertisement spam and does not adopt a pay-to-win model. However, some users report issues with in-app purchases not removing ads as promised and express a desire for optional ad-watching features to earn in-game currency. While the game is generally well-received for its fun mechanics and creativity, the inconsistency in ad management and occasional bugs related to ads have been noted as drawbacks.
- “It's super creative, and what's better is that there are virtually no ads!”
- “No ads and great gameplay, really entertaining.”
- “I love this app; it has no ads plus fair fights.”
- “Pretty well rounded, my only complaint is that even though I bought something (coin doubler), I still get ads even though it says that one purchase removes all non-reward ads.”
- “Oh and when I watch ads for a present, it never gives it at all, so watching ads to get a present is pointless and a waste of time.”
- “Best game, but the ads ruin it slightly. I know when I played it many years ago it had none.”
story
39 mentions Positive Neutral Negative
46%
46%
8%
The game's story has received high praise for its creativity and engaging elements, with many players appreciating the ability to customize their monsters and the fun, challenging narrative. However, some users feel that the storyline could be expanded or made more prominent, as it often takes a backseat to gameplay. Overall, while the story is generally well-received, there are calls for additional content and depth to enhance the experience further.
- “This game is awesome; it has a story that just keeps going, and the monster elements are cool, especially the alien.”
- “I love the monster creator and the battles/story behind it all.”
- “In my opinion, this game has an equal amount of story and gameplay, so that is why I give it five stars.”
- “Although the story plot is kind of boring.”
- “It was kinda fun because you make a monster and fight with it but not much story.”
- “This game would be so much better if you added a story mode to it.”
music
32 mentions Positive Neutral Negative
25%
66%
9%
The music in the game is widely praised for being catchy and enjoyable, with many users highlighting specific tracks like the boss music and the "leaf thrasher theme." However, a common complaint is the lack of options to mute or adjust the game's music and sound effects, which can interfere with players' own music choices. Overall, while the soundtrack is considered a strong point, the absence of audio customization features detracts from the experience for some players.
- “The music is a bop, too!”
- “Not to mention the boss music is awesome.”
- “The soundtrack in this game is really good for no reason, super fun.”
- “But, there is only one problem: you may not consider it a very relevant one, but it's very annoying when you like to listen to music you selected while playing.”
- “I only wish there was a way to mute the game so the music wouldn't interfere with the music I'm trying to listen to.”
- “It's a very addictive game, but please add a sound editor because I play music while I play games, and the in-game sounds and music are playing while my music plays.”
humor
23 mentions Positive Neutral Negative
96%
13%
The humor in the game is widely appreciated, with players finding the quirky, blocky monsters and their interactions to be hilarious and entertaining. Many reviews highlight the game's ability to evoke laughter through its absurdity and fun mechanics, making it enjoyable for both children and adults. However, some users note that certain gameplay elements, like grinding, can detract from the overall fun.
- “But it's pretty good even if humanity is in danger due to super tiny blocky monsters that look hilarious.”
- “Man this game is fun, cute & hilarious.”
- “So amazing about how awesome this game is really funny and really exciting nice game tho.”
- “The grinding gets tedious and unfunny, and having to waste 30+ coins just to make them happy again is frustrating.”
- “The humor falls flat and feels forced, making the game less enjoyable.”
- “I expected more clever jokes, but most of the humor is just repetitive and dull.”
stability
22 mentions Positive Neutral Negative
14%
4%
82%
The stability of the game has received mixed reviews, with some players reporting frequent glitches and freezing issues, particularly during gameplay and in menus. However, a notable number of users have also praised the game for running smoothly without any bugs or lags. Overall, while some players experience significant stability problems, others enjoy a glitch-free experience.
- “Love it! It is awesome; it runs smoothly with no glitches.”
- “Very good graphics; you can choose what monster you want and create it. I have not seen any glitches.”
- “The monsters are cool, and the battles are fun, with no glitches!”
- “Haven't even played the game yet, but I know from their other games (buggy ad-filled messes that are usually pay-to-win) that this one will be bad too.”
- “First of all, on my device it lags whenever I'm collecting coins outside of battles, and by lags I mean it freezes the entire game for a good 5 seconds.”
- “Would give five stars, but it glitches and exits out of the game every five minutes.”
grinding
10 mentions Positive Neutral Negative
100%
Players find the grinding aspect of the game to be tedious and unfun, often requiring excessive time and resources to progress. Many express frustration over the high costs of in-game items and the slow accumulation of currency and experience points, which detracts from the overall enjoyment. While some appreciate the growth mechanics, the consensus is that the grinding can feel overly burdensome.
- “The fact that grinding gets tedious and unfun, plus the addition of needing to waste 30+ coins just to make them happy again, sucks.”
- “I spent over a week grinding for an alien, finally got it, and when I created my monster, it faced sideways, ruining the whole pet.”
- “Look, I would rate five stars, but it gives you like five bucks every battle, and it costs about a thousand to get a character, which means too much grinding. Developers, please fix this! ”
emotional
8 mentions Positive Neutral Negative
100%
Players frequently express strong emotional reactions to the game, often shedding tears during pivotal moments or upon revisiting it. The narrative and character arcs resonate deeply, evoking feelings of nostalgia and sadness, particularly during climactic scenes. Overall, the game is noted for its ability to elicit profound emotional responses, leaving a lasting impact on players.
- “I shed a tear when I installed this onto my new device.”
- “Was great, made me cry every time I watched.”
- “Literally makes me want to cry.”
optimization
1 mentions Positive Neutral Negative
100%
Users are expressing frustration with the game's performance, indicating that it requires significant optimization to run smoothly.