Monsters of Mican

59%
Game Brain Score Based on 10 reviews
  • graphics
  • humor
  • gameplay
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Welcome to Mican! Explore a hand-crafted series of dungeons in this first person party based RPG (Blobber) inspired by classics such as Might and Magic and Wizardry. Can you put a stop to the monsters' mysterious plan and discover the ancient secrets of the Amalgam Anomaly?

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59%
Audience ScoreBased on 10 reviews
humor6 positive mentions
replayability3 negative mentions
  • Monsters of Mican is a charming homage to classic Might and Magic games, featuring a wide variety of silly enemies and creative dungeon designs that keep the gameplay fresh and entertaining.
  • The character progression system is satisfying, allowing for deep customization and a sense of growth as players level up and unlock new skills.
  • The developer is highly responsive and dedicated to improving the game, which adds to the overall positive experience despite its janky presentation.
  • The game suffers from significant balance issues, especially in the later stages where players can become overpowered, making the final bosses feel anticlimactic.
  • Graphics and sound design are notably janky and may deter players looking for a polished experience, as many assets are clearly sourced from asset packs.
  • While the humor and silliness are enjoyable, the overall story and presentation may feel lacking or underdeveloped for those seeking a more serious RPG experience.
  • graphics7 mentions

    The graphics of the game are described as quirky and somewhat janky, which may deter some players, but those who appreciate the aesthetics find them endearing and humorous. While the visuals may not inspire confidence, they complement the solid dungeon-crawling mechanics and variety of enemies, making it a fun experience for those willing to overlook the graphical shortcomings. Overall, the game's light-hearted and whimsical style resonates well with fans of classic dungeon crawlers.

    • “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.”
  • humor6 mentions

    The humor in the game is characterized by a blend of puns, dad jokes, and a whimsical approach to enemy design, which many players find amusing despite its quirky aesthetics. The writing embraces a lighthearted silliness reminiscent of classic dungeon crawlers, making it a standout for those who appreciate a comedic twist in gameplay. Overall, the humor contributes significantly to the game's charm, appealing to fans of both fantasy and sci-fi elements.

    • “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.”
    • “Expect a lot of that style of humor, because at least 80% of the game's enemies are stupid jokes like this.”
  • gameplay3 mentions

    The gameplay is a nostalgic homage to the classic Might and Magic dungeon crawlers, featuring charming aesthetics and engaging mechanics centered around turn-based combat and exploration. While some players felt the experience concluded on a less exciting note, the overall enjoyment and depth of hacking and slashing through dungeons were highlighted.

    • “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.”
    • “Despite the gameplay ending with a bit of a fizzle, I had a great time here.”
    • “Gameplay-wise, it is very much old-school Might and Magic but without the option of going real-time.”
    • “Anyway, despite the gameplay ending with a bit of a fizzle, I had a great time here.”
  • music2 mentions

    The music in the game is characterized as a lackluster midi composition reminiscent of 90s tracks, but it does not significantly detract from the overall experience.

    • “The music is all midis (or at least sounds like a 90s midi track), but it never really detracts from the experience.”
    • “While the music may not be groundbreaking, it complements the gameplay well.”
    • “The soundtrack adds a nostalgic charm that enhances the overall atmosphere of the game.”
    • “The music is a ho-hum MIDI affair, but it never really detracts from the experience.”
    • “Yes, the music is all MIDI (or at least sounds like a 90s MIDI track).”
  • 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.”
  • replayability1 mentions

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

    • “The different character builds and choices make each playthrough feel unique.”
    • “With multiple endings and branching storylines, I find myself coming back for more.”
    • “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 makes replaying feel redundant.”
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