Montaro

Montaro is an endless runner that does what it needs to. Its silly charm and low price of one dollar makes up for its sometimes unfair mechanics and limited content.

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Montaro is a casual runner game that aims to heal your heart with its wholesome story and plenty of humor. The game features delightful mechanics, fabulous graphics, and a phenomenal soundtrack, but can be quite grindy. Players can lift up highschool girls' skirts and collect Doge coins to unlock over 8 Doge costumes while protecting their doge. Randomly generated street levels provide a new experience each time.

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Play Modes

Single-Player Play through the game's story or campaign solo

Reviews

73%

Audience ScoreBased on 8,073 reviews

music258 positive mentions

grinding47 negative mentions

music
490 mentions
53 % positive mentions
43 % neutral mentions
4 % negative mentions
The music in Montaro is widely praised for its catchy and upbeat nature, effectively complementing the game's energetic gameplay. However, many players note that the limited number of tracks can lead to repetitiveness, with some wishing for a greater variety to keep the experience fresh. Overall, while the soundtrack is enjoyable and nostalgic, it may become tiresome after extended play sessions.
- “The upbeat and catchy soundtrack of Montaro perfectly complements the energetic gameplay.”
- “The music is fun, catchy, and hard to get tired of.”
- “This game is truly a masterpiece, not to mention the soundtrack is full of beautifully detailed compositions, of which all are incredibly mastered.”
- “The music repeats over and over again into insanity.”
- “I wasn't a fan of the music since it got repetitive as I was constantly dying, so I muted it, and having to collect 802 pantsu was boring since the game makes the process tedious.”
- “The only negative about this game is you can't choose the soundtrack playing; it selects a loop of a few to continue playing.”
gameplay
435 mentions
34 % positive mentions
54 % neutral mentions
11 % negative mentions
The gameplay of Montaro is characterized by its simplicity and addictive nature, appealing to players with its straightforward mechanics and charming visuals. However, many reviews highlight issues such as laggy controls, repetitive gameplay, and a lack of clear instructions, which can lead to frustration and a sense of randomness in difficulty. While some players enjoy the casual, time-wasting aspect of the game, others find it ultimately unsatisfying due to its limited content and mechanics.
- “The gameplay in Montaro is refreshingly straightforward yet highly addictive.”
- “The addictive nature of the gameplay, combined with the desire to beat personal high scores or challenge friends' records, keeps players coming back for more.”
- “Montaro is a delightful indie game that manages to capture hearts with its simple yet addictive gameplay, adorable visuals, and infectious charm.”
- “The commands are laggy, the gameplay is not entertaining and neither explained in the game itself, the UI and menus lack information.”
- “The gameplay is pretty repetitive and there is almost no variation except for costumes/cosmetics.”
- “However the core gameplay is beyond boring, and there were a handful of times when I had no choice but to die.”
graphics
329 mentions
50 % positive mentions
47 % neutral mentions
2 % negative mentions
The graphics of Montaro are widely praised for their adorable pixel art style and charming animations, creating a lighthearted and joyful atmosphere that complements the gameplay. Reviewers appreciate the colorful visuals and retro aesthetic, noting that the graphics are both cute and well-executed, making the game visually appealing despite its simplistic design. However, some players have mentioned issues with graphical intensity causing screen flashing, which detracts from the overall experience.
- “From the adorable pixelated art style to the amusing animations, the game exudes a lighthearted and joyful atmosphere.”
- “The graphics are adorable, the background music is catchy and it's actually challenging.”
- “The graphics are stunning.”
- “Oh, and I hope you like seizures on top of frustration because more often than not, restarting a run resulted in the screen rapidly flashing white for a few seconds like it couldn't handle its own graphical intensity.”
- “There are no graphical options and no means to individualize the control scheme.”
- “Complete lack of graphics and control options.”
humor
272 mentions
99 % positive mentions
0 % neutral mentions
1 % negative mentions
The humor in Montaro is widely praised for its quirky charm, featuring hilarious easter eggs, funny costumes, and a lovable dog protagonist that resonates with fans of memes and pop culture. Players appreciate the lighthearted and often silly nature of the game, which includes amusing achievements and a nostalgic soundtrack, making it a delightful time-killer despite its repetitive gameplay. Overall, the game successfully combines cute visuals with a playful sense of humor, appealing to those looking for a casual and entertaining experience.
- “One of the standout features of Montaro is its undeniable charm and humor.”
- “The game also includes various hilarious easter eggs and references that add an extra layer of enjoyment for players familiar with gaming and pop culture.”
- “It's a hilarious and addictive game.”
- “Another example of a game being showered in praise and positive reviews for including forced, overused, old, and unfunny memes, with shallow, uninspired, nostalgia pandering noise.”
story
142 mentions
34 % positive mentions
60 % neutral mentions
6 % negative mentions
The game's story is a quirky and humorous adventure centered around a shiba inu named Montaro, who embarks on a quest to collect coins and steal panties, reflecting themes of perseverance and the unpredictability of life. While some players find the narrative touching and engaging, others criticize it for lacking depth or coherence. Overall, the story has received mixed reviews, with some praising its charm and emotional resonance, while others deem it simplistic or nonsensical.
- “Brought me to tears, the story is beautiful and the graphics are top notch.”
- “Blew all of my expectations out of the water by presenting a gripping story and immersive gameplay unlike any other game I've experienced.”
- “The game has a heart-wrenching story that the best of authors try to write.”
- “Montaro is just a game with no storyline.”
- “If you are looking for a Life is Strange-ish story, then you've come to the wrong place.”
- “Great game, it's nothing special, no groundbreaking graphics, story, etc. Everything is concentrated in the fun of the game itself.”
grinding
54 mentions
2 % positive mentions
11 % neutral mentions
87 % negative mentions
The grinding aspect of the game is widely criticized for being tedious and repetitive, particularly due to the requirement to collect a large number of items, such as the 802 pantsu for achievements. While some players find enjoyment in the casual gameplay and the challenge of achievement hunting, many express frustration over the excessive time needed to complete these tasks, often feeling that the grind detracts from the overall experience. Overall, the grinding is seen as a significant padding element that can turn a short game into a much longer, less satisfying endeavor.
- “You'll need a second life for grinding.”
- “This is an incredibly tedious achievement simply made to pad out the timing of what would generally be a 30-minute experience at best, and instead drawing it out to be 2-3 hours long.”
- “A dull, repetitive, and grindy game.”
- “I spent hours grinding for coins and pantsu to get the achievements; it wasn't a fun grind.”
emotional
40 mentions
100 % positive mentions
0 % neutral mentions
0 % negative mentions
The emotional aspect of the game is overwhelmingly positive, with players praising its heart-touching and wholesome story centered around a shiba's journey. Many reviewers noted that the game evoked strong feelings, often leading to tears, and described it as a deeply satisfying and heartwarming experience that resonates with players on a personal level. Overall, it is celebrated as a masterpiece that delivers profound emotional impact for a low price.
- “Best game ever created, there are no such words to describe such a masterpiece; every second of playing this game feels like touching heaven.”
- “It was so intense emotionally that I cried many times playing the game.”
- “Once he gets to his rightful owner, the message he tells her is heartbreaking.”
replayability
38 mentions
21 % positive mentions
58 % neutral mentions
21 % negative mentions
The game's replayability is a mixed bag; while some players enjoy the endless nature of gameplay and the fun of unlocking costumes and achievements, many express that it becomes repetitive quickly, leading to diminished replay value once all content is unlocked. The randomly generated levels provide some variety, but overall, the lack of additional game modes and narrative limits long-term engagement.
- “Replayability is endless; this game has no narrative or established ending, you just keep playing over and over again trying to achieve more coins than the last time.”
- “The art style itself is fairly cute, and the randomly generated street levels give the game a bit of replayability.”
- “An adorable little game with smooth gameplay, a nice soundtrack, and trading cards; achievements are pretty easy to unlock (~2 hours), but still a lot of replay value.”
- “Sadly, there's no replay value after unlocking all of the achievements.”
- “Once you have gotten all the achievements there is very little replay value.”
- “I can't say much about this game, it's nice and cute, but it suffers from a lack of replayability.”
optimization
12 mentions
17 % positive mentions
33 % neutral mentions
50 % negative mentions
The game suffers from significant optimization issues on PC, leading to frustrating gameplay experiences, particularly with its random level generation and limited controls. Many users feel it is better suited for mobile platforms, as the mechanics and interface appear overly simplistic and not well-adapted for desktop play. Overall, the consensus is that the game should not have been released in its current state due to these performance shortcomings.
- “Silly little time waster seemingly optimized for mobile, so has a very simple interface and is easy to pick up whenever.”
- “For most games I would review it in a set format: story, gameplay, graphics/performance, music, then pros/cons topped off with a concluding statement.”
- “I'm not rating this up 1) because of its poor PC optimization, 2) because I was expecting it to be a platformer and the only controllable action you have is clicking to make your dodge jump (think Flappy Bird), 3) the random levels it generates will have sections where the timing becomes impossible, guaranteeing your death.”
- “This version of the game is not optimized for PC.”
- “With this, I would like to point out that it could be either my mouse being faulty or Montaro is poorly optimized and should not have been released in this state.”
atmosphere
10 mentions
60 % positive mentions
30 % neutral mentions
10 % negative mentions
The game's atmosphere is characterized by its adorable pixelated art style, amusing animations, and a lighthearted, joyful vibe, making it a fun experience for players. With engaging music and humorous, cute skins, it particularly appeals to fans of anime and offers a delightful, whimsical environment. Overall, it is described as a charming and enjoyable time-waster.
- “From the adorable pixelated art style to the amusing animations, the game exudes a lighthearted and joyful atmosphere.”
- “A fun little time-waster with nice music, a fun atmosphere, and dogs.”
- “Definitely for fans of anime, this game will suit, and even more so in the Japanese atmosphere of the game.”
stability
10 mentions
10 % positive mentions
10 % neutral mentions
80 % negative mentions
Overall, the game's stability is generally praised, with solid controls and minimal bugs or glitches reported. However, some users have experienced achievement-related glitches, including missing progress. Despite these issues, many players find the game to be reliable and enjoyable for its price.
- “Other than that, this game is great and definitely worth 89 cents. It does exactly what it's supposed to do, with no glitches or anything.”
- “In some cases, there are achievement glitches; there is achievement progress missing.”
- “The game itself is a big terrarium for bugs and glitches.”
- “Other than that, this game is great and definitely worth 89 cents; it does exactly what it's supposed to do, no glitches or anything.”
monetization
10 mentions
30 % positive mentions
40 % neutral mentions
30 % negative mentions
The game features a monetization model free of microtransactions, allowing players to unlock costumes and achievements through gameplay rather than spending money. This "play to win" approach is generally well-received, although some users perceive the lack of additional content as a missed opportunity, labeling it a cash grab. Overall, players appreciate the absence of microtransactions and the straightforward achievement system.
- “There are no microtransactions; it's play to win, which I love.”
- “So there's no worry about microtransactions. Most of the achievements are easy to get, while some are mostly time-consuming.”
- “Unlockable costumes without microtransactions and things like that.”
- “The fact that nothing has come from this obviously just makes it a cash grab for lol-meme-jokes.”
- “Unlockable costumes without microtransactions and stuff like that.”
- “So there's no worry about microtransactions; most of the achievements are easy to get, while some are mostly time-consuming.”
character development
2 mentions
100 % positive mentions
0 % neutral mentions
0 % negative mentions
The reviews highlight the game's appealing character design and enjoyable music, suggesting that while the aesthetic elements are well-received, there may be less emphasis on deeper character development.