Monsters of Mican

57%
Game Brain Score Based on 13 reviews
  • humor
  • graphics
  • gameplay
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Embark on a first-person, party-based dungeon crawler RPG adventure in the whimsical world of Monsters of Mican. Explore hand-crafted dungeons, battle or befriend hundreds of unique monsters, and uncover the truth of their origin. With a robust character creator, diverse abilities, and randomly generated loot, prepare for a rich and engaging experience inspired by classic PC RPGs.

  • PC
  • Windows
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Reviews

57%
Audience ScoreBased on 13 reviews
humor10 positive mentions
gameplay3 negative mentions
  • Monsters of Mican offers a humorous and creative take on dungeon crawling, featuring a wide variety of silly monsters and clever puns that enhance the overall experience.
  • The game captures the essence of classic Might and Magic titles with satisfying character progression, diverse classes, and engaging turn-based combat.
  • Despite its janky presentation, the game provides a fun and nostalgic experience reminiscent of old-school RPGs, with interesting dungeon designs and enjoyable exploration.
  • The game suffers from significant balance issues, particularly in the later stages where players can become overpowered, leading to an anticlimactic experience.
  • Many aspects of the game, including the UI and sound design, are unpolished and can detract from the overall enjoyment, with some players finding the music and sound effects off-putting.
  • The game is relatively short, which may leave some players wanting more content and depth in their adventure.
  • humor10 mentions

    The humor in the game is characterized by a blend of puns, dad jokes, and a whimsical mix of fantasy and sci-fi elements, which many players find amusing despite its quirky aesthetics. The writing and enemy designs often elicit laughter, with a significant portion of the game's content embracing silliness and absurdity, reminiscent of classic dungeon crawlers. Overall, players appreciate the game's unique and memorable comedic style, making it a standout feature.

    • “The writing has been rather nice - granted, it's also filled with puns and dad jokes (my friends and I have certainly groaned at some of the enemy names when I've streamed this), but it has made me laugh more than once, which is more than what a lot of games do these days.”
    • “Same setup as the old wizardries, Bard's Tales, Might & Magics, etc. Old-school dungeon crawlers often had some humor to them and freely mixed fantasy and sci-fi elements, but Monsters of Mican goes a step further and embraces straight-up silliness.”
    • “I guarantee that you have never seen such a rich variety of funny monsters before.”
  • graphics7 mentions

    The graphics of the game are described as janky and potentially off-putting, yet they contribute to a quirky charm that some players appreciate. While the aesthetics may not inspire confidence, those willing to overlook them will find a solid dungeon crawler filled with humor and engaging mechanics. Overall, the visuals evoke a nostalgic feel reminiscent of classic dungeon crawlers, appealing to fans of the genre despite their imperfections.

    • “A clear love letter to the original Might and Magic first-person party-based dungeon crawlers series; from the endearing aesthetics to the mechanics, and to the amount of hacking and slashing you'll be doing as you venture deep into dungeon floors.”
    • “With its quirky humor and mix of fantasy and sci-fi aesthetics, the one indie game this reminded me of is The Dwarf Run, which I also highly recommend if you're into this style of game.”
    • “Item acquisitions with the MM3 standards of diamond, obsidian, wood, glass, etc. You'll get status effects with cartoon graphics over your character's faces to show you what's up.”
    • “Yes, the graphics don't inspire much in the way of confidence.”
    • “If you are looking for a light-hearted, silly blobber similar to Might & Magic 6-8 for a small price and are willing to look past the janky graphics/UI and unfinished content placeholders, give the demo a try and decide if it's for you.”
    • “Item acquisitions with the MM3 standards of diamond, obsidian, wood, glass, etc. you'll get status effects with cartoon graphics over your character's faces to show you what's up.”
  • gameplay6 mentions

    The gameplay is a nostalgic homage to classic Might and Magic dungeon crawlers, featuring engaging mechanics and a focus on turn-based combat. However, issues such as a lack of mouse sensitivity settings and performance problems at higher frame rates detract from the overall experience, leading to mixed feelings about its current state. Despite these drawbacks, players still find enjoyment in the core gameplay elements.

    • “A clear love letter to the original Might and Magic first-person party-based dungeon crawlers series; from the endearing aesthetics, to the mechanics, and to the amount of hacking and slashing you'll be doing as you venture deep into dungeon floors.”
    • “It does have fun core gameplay.”
    • “Gameplay-wise, it is very much old-school Might and Magic but without the option of going real-time.”
    • “Additionally, there seems to be no mouse sensitivity setting, and FPS is directly correlated to all of the engine's gameplay elements, meaning the game and your mouse speed go crazy if you play at 120 FPS.”
    • “That would be alright as a goofy mode but really takes away from the gameplay for me, so I just have to mute the game and play my own music to play at all.”
  • music5 mentions

    The music in the game is generally considered lackluster, often described as reminiscent of 90s MIDI tracks, and can be off-putting due to inconsistent volume levels and distracting sound effects. While some players find it tolerable, many feel compelled to mute the game entirely to enhance their experience.

    • “The music is all midis (or at least sounds like a 90s midi track).”
    • “Music is a ho-hum midi affair, but it never really detracts from the experience.”
    • “The main issue is that the music and sound effects are extremely off-putting to the point where I had to immediately disable them.”
    • “8 - music and sound are currently intolerable with volume all over the place and nonsensical humor-based sounds.”
    • “That would be alright as a goofy mode but really takes away from the gameplay for me, so I just have to mute the game and play my own music to enjoy it at all.”
  • story2 mentions

    The game's story, while not groundbreaking, is coherent and engaging, featuring unexpected twists that enhance the overall experience. Users appreciate its effort to deliver an interesting narrative, despite its silliness.

    • “The game actually tries to tell a coherent story, silly as it is, and does a pretty decent job at it.”
    • “The story, while not remarkable, is interesting and full of some decent twists that I wasn't expecting, so that's always a plus.”
  • character development1 mentions

    Reviewers appreciate the skill system in the game, noting that it offers an engaging secondary avenue for character development, particularly appealing to fans of the later-era Might and Magic titles.

    • “As a fan of the later-era Might and Magic games, I really appreciate the skill system and how it provides a great secondary means of character development.”
    • “The character development in this game is incredibly deep, allowing players to shape their heroes in unique ways that reflect their playstyle.”
    • “I love how the choices I make during the game impact my character's growth and abilities, making each playthrough feel fresh and engaging.”
  • atmosphere1 mentions

    Reviewers highlight the enchanting atmosphere of the game, emphasizing its ability to immerse players in a world filled with wizardry, might, and magic, evoking a sense of nostalgia and wonder.

    • “How nice it is to immerse yourself in the atmosphere of wizardry, might, and magic again.”
  • replayability1 mentions

    While the game is relatively short, its extensive customization options enhance replayability, encouraging players to revisit and experiment with different setups.

    • “It's a bit short, but its vast customization allows for replayability.”
    • “Once you've completed the main story, there's little incentive to play again.”
    • “The lack of meaningful choices means that replaying feels more like a chore than an adventure.”
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