Monument

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"Monument" is a single-player fantasy shooter game featuring old-school FPS gameplay with huge hordes of monsters and an arsenal of weapons. Each level is unique, offering new challenges and enemies. The game boasts excellent graphics, a stellar soundtrack, and unique features such as a teleport gun and donar station for ammo. It's a fun and exciting game that will keep you engaged with its challenging levels and epic battles.

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Play Modes

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

72%

Audience ScoreBased on 477 reviews

music73 positive mentions

story7 negative mentions

Monument delivers a nostalgic FPS experience reminiscent of '90s shooters like Doom and Quake.
The game features a variety of weapons and fast-paced gameplay, making it enjoyable for fans of the genre.
At its low price point, it offers decent entertainment value for a short playthrough.

The game suffers from poor enemy AI, with many enemies simply running straight at the player.
Graphics and sound design are lacking, with low-quality assets and repetitive music that can become annoying.
The game is very short, with only five levels, leading to a lack of replayability and overall depth.

music
153 mentions Positive Neutral Negative
48%
46%
6%
The music in the game has received mixed reviews, with many praising its energetic metal and rock vibes that enhance the gameplay experience, reminiscent of classic titles like Quake and Doom. However, some players noted that the soundtrack can become repetitive and lacks variety, leading to a desire for more diverse tracks. Overall, while the music is often highlighted as a standout feature, its repetitive nature and occasional loudness have drawn some criticism.
- “Totally recommend this game to whoever enjoys retro type games, this is a great demon killing game with great atmosphere and great enemy spawning, beautiful music, beautiful map design and the price tag is just a bonus!”
- “The music is just so good as well, loved all the tracks.”
- “The music in this game is pleasant and not annoying at all.”
- “You can't turn the music off completely.”
- “The soundtrack is mildly grating - after about 10 minutes, I preferred playing without sound at all.”
- “The soundtrack feels very repetitive, making the songs ruin the atmosphere.”
gameplay
105 mentions Positive Neutral Negative
28%
63%
10%
The gameplay of Monument is a mixed bag, with some players appreciating its nostalgic homage to classic FPS titles like Doom and Quake, featuring straightforward mechanics, a variety of weapons, and fast-paced action. However, many critiques highlight issues such as clunky controls, poor enemy AI, and a lack of depth, leading to a short and often frustrating experience. While it offers some interesting mechanics and a decent atmosphere, the overall execution leaves much to be desired, making it hard to recommend for those seeking a polished and engaging shooter.
- “The game emphasizes straightforward mechanics with a strong variety of weapons and challenging enemies, keeping the action relentless.”
- “The gameplay is dynamic and interesting; you choose a couple of guns and go to destroy monsters by choosing your tactics of escape routes.”
- “The game has kept all the atmosphere of those most beloved games, while adding a bunch of great mechanics that make the gameplay more fun and dynamic.”
- “Monument is a (probably asset flipped) level-based first-person shooter, basically a very lame Quake ripoff, only worse in all respects, with poor quality, clunky assets, and equally clunky gameplay.”
- “Gameplay is extremely barebones, most encounters just small waves in narrow halls.”
- “As Monument prides itself on 'hardcore gameplay', these new features make the game downright impassable in areas as the enemies are cheap, and spawn right on top of you most of the time, leading you to die before you ever realize what's going on; even if you have full health.”
graphics
80 mentions Positive Neutral Negative
33%
57%
10%
The graphics of the game are a mix of old-school aesthetics reminiscent of titles like Quake and Doom, with some players appreciating the nostalgic feel while others criticize the visuals as basic or clunky. While some reviews highlight decent graphics and a good atmosphere, others point out that they fall short of modern standards, with issues like lack of detail and graphical errors. Overall, the graphics are generally seen as acceptable for the game's low price, appealing primarily to fans of retro-style shooters.
- “Great game with a lot of action and amazing graphics for only 2 dollars; it's a steal.”
- “The graphics are done well with fantastic backgrounds, realistic NPCs, and beautifully detailed close-ups.”
- “I liked this game because it has pretty nice graphics and a good atmosphere.”
- “Poor, undetailed, ugly graphics and models; just rough straight lines, dark with no brightness changing option.”
- “The graphics do not meet the expectations of today's high-end gaming, but looking from going from the old-school shooter to these 3D graphics, it gives a good nostalgia feel.”
- “Worst of all is the fact that Quake is so much better in all aspects including graphics - which is a shame knowing it was made almost 20 years ago.”
story
28 mentions Positive Neutral Negative
11%
64%
25%
The game's story is largely criticized for its absence, with many reviewers noting that it lacks any meaningful plot or narrative context, reducing the experience to simply killing enemies. While some players appreciate the focus on action and gameplay over story, others express disappointment at the minimalistic approach, suggesting that even a basic plot could enhance the experience. Overall, the consensus is that the game prioritizes dynamic combat over storytelling, which may not appeal to those seeking a richer narrative.
- “Moral of the story: you never know what life has in store for you, and if I had given up when all odds were against me, I wouldn't be where I am today.”
- “In addition to action-packed gameplay for all skill levels, [i]monument[/i] also boasts a charming story.”
- “In the game, I liked the graphics, story, and music that adds to the rage. I was pleased that the developers have already added achievements to the game, which adds an incentive to fully pass and explore.”
- “There's really no sense of story at all, and I don't mean cut-scenes with dramatic motion-captured acting from five-star Hollywood actors; I know what this game is, but at least give me something.”
- “The game is also less than an hour long and has no context, let alone any sort of story.”
- “Unfortunately, it lacks many of the features valued today in gaming: namely narrative and story.”
atmosphere
17 mentions Positive Neutral Negative
35%
47%
18%
The atmosphere of the game is heavily influenced by retro shooters like Doom and Quake, featuring a dark, action-packed environment filled with blood and gore, complemented by beautiful map design and a fitting soundtrack. While some players appreciate the nostalgic feel and dynamic gameplay, others note that the repetitive music can detract from the overall experience. Overall, the game successfully captures the essence of classic shooters while introducing engaging mechanics and a memorable atmosphere.
- “Totally recommend this game to whoever enjoys retro type games, this is a great demon killing game with great atmosphere and great enemy spawning, beautiful music, beautiful map design and the price tag is just a bonus!”
- “The game has kept all the atmosphere of those most beloved games, while adding a bunch of great mechanics that make the gameplay more fun and dynamic.”
- “Meat gameplay, a lot of enemies and weapons, and most importantly it is an unforgettable atmosphere that seems to take me back to the 90s.”
- “Monument has no lore and there's little to no horror in the game's atmosphere; it's something more like an action-packed blood and gore movie.”
- “The soundtrack is very similar to Doom, but in Monument, they only use a few songs, making them very repetitive and ruining the atmosphere.”
- “While the enemies are neat and fit the atmosphere of the game, the overall experience lacks depth and immersion.”
optimization
13 mentions Positive Neutral Negative
23%
54%
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The optimization of the game has received mixed reviews, with some users praising its ability to run smoothly on various hardware, including low-end laptops, while others report significant performance issues and slowdowns due to asset loading. Although there are ongoing improvements and fixes for bugs and optimization problems, several players still experience severe performance challenges, particularly related to the Unity engine. Overall, the game's optimization appears to be a work in progress, with both commendable aspects and notable shortcomings.
- “Excellent optimization, the game will run on all computers in our time.”
- “The project is optimized and even on a meager laptop will run smoothly.”
- “I did not notice lags and freezes; optimization is present.”
- “Poor optimization to the point where assets loading in cause severe slowdown.”
- “The game had performance and physics issues prior to the global update.”
- “Very poor optimization (no optimization at all?)”
stability
9 mentions Positive Neutral Negative
11%
89%
Overall, the game's stability is mixed; while players report numerous glitches and minor issues, none are game-breaking or lead to crashes. Most users experienced smooth gameplay with occasional hiccups, though some noted frustrating bugs that could hinder progress.
- “Runs great, looks great, plays great.”
- “Lots of glitches, though nothing game-breaking. My favorite was an enemy who clips into the player, making both the enemy and the player mutually invincible until you lose sight of it.”
- “In 2.5 hours of killing monsters in hell, I encountered some glitches that made me stuck in random areas of the map. Other than that, I had no crashes or game-breaking bugs.”
- “If you die and manage to respawn due to a very rare checkpoint, it glitches and removes all of the keycards, preventing you from progressing.”
replayability
7 mentions Positive Neutral Negative
43%
14%
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Overall, the game's replayability is mixed; while some players find it infinitely replayable due to secret areas and exploration, others feel it lacks depth and is more suited for a one-time playthrough. The short length contributes to a generally low replay value, though some still consider it worth the price for a few hours of fun.
- “Replay value may be low, but I think for the price point you can afford to spend that much to have fun for a couple of hours.”
- “Infinitely replayable.”
- “There are also secret areas for you to find; there is definitely a lot of replayability.”
- “After finishing the game, I don't really see that much replayability; it's more of a one-shot game.”
- “Replayability is low since the game is so short, which may not appeal to many players.”
- “Replay value may be low, but I think for the price point, you can afford to spend that much to have fun for a couple of hours.”
grinding
4 mentions Positive Neutral Negative
100%
Players find the grinding aspect of the game to be tedious and lacking satisfaction, with repetitive enemy encounters and cheesy mechanics. While some acknowledge a potential charm in the game's design, the overall experience is often described as frustrating and monotonous.
- “There's little to no satisfaction in fighting hordes of enemies; it feels tedious.”
- “Enemy spawns are cheesy, enemies look cheesy, enemy attacks are cheesy, and while it can often be tedious or even outright annoying, I feel like somewhere in there, the game has its heart in the right place.”
- “If anything, if you'd really need 40 minutes to kill (ignore the hours I have on record, that was for trading card grinding), then you might find something here.”
humor
4 mentions Positive Neutral Negative
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The humor in the game is largely unintentional, with players finding amusement in the absurdity of its enemies, such as chicken monsters and cultists. Despite the game's overall blandness, these quirky elements and unexpected encounters lead to memorable and laugh-out-loud moments, contributing to its charm within the retro shooter genre.
- “I would actually burst out laughing sometimes because of where these characters would appear.”
- “The fact you face little trees, chicken monsters, aliens, and cultists makes the experience great and made me laugh sometimes. Being chased out of ammo by enormous fire-breathing chicken monsters is surely memorable.”
- “It's funny that this came out a year before Doom 2016, as it's very much a part of the wave of retro-styled shooters currently popping up all over Steam, but it predates most of them.”
monetization
3 mentions Positive Neutral Negative
33%
67%
The monetization aspect of the game has been criticized for the presence of suspicious reviews, likely from fake accounts promoting the game alongside other low-quality titles, suggesting a potential cash grab. However, some users feel that despite its simplicity and short length, the game reflects genuine effort and passion rather than being a typical exploitative release.
- “They're all written in either Russian or broken English, appear at almost exactly the same time, very shortly after the game launched on Steam, all have a direct Steam purchase of the game, and the accounts are used consistently to write fake reviews for asset flips and other cash grabs/scams.”
- “It does feel like an honest labor of love by someone with little experience and resources, not a slapdash cash grab like so many shovelware games on Steam.”
emotional
2 mentions Positive Neutral Negative
100%
The emotional aspect of the game is characterized by a sense of loneliness, exacerbated by its simplistic design and mechanics that disrupt momentum, leading to a feeling of isolation.
- “This game was so basic, it made me feel lonely.”
- “Touching anything while you have momentum stops you dead in your tracks.”