RPG Band of Monsters

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RPG Band of Monsters is a single player casual role playing game. It received positive reviews from players.

Befriend monsters with the power of sound! Full-scale monster taming RPG!

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86%

Audience ScoreBased on 1,658 reviews

story179 positive mentions

monetization24 negative mentions

The game features a unique monster taming and fusion mechanic that keeps gameplay engaging and fun.
The storyline is well-developed and interesting, providing a rich narrative experience.
The game is free to play without intrusive ads, allowing players to enjoy the full experience without spending money.

The dialogue is excessively long, often detracting from the gameplay experience and making it feel tedious.
Many monsters are just recolors of each other, which reduces the variety and excitement in monster collection.
The controls can be frustrating, especially during battles, as players have limited control over their monsters' actions.

story
324 mentions Positive Neutral Negative
55%
41%
4%
The game's story is generally well-received, with many players praising its depth, emotional impact, and engaging characters. However, some reviewers express frustration over lengthy dialogue and exposition that can detract from gameplay, suggesting a need for a skip option. Overall, while the narrative is compelling and reminiscent of classic RPGs, it may benefit from a more concise delivery to maintain player interest.
- “The story is really amazing.”
- “Best story with heart touching characters.”
- “Great story, interesting gameplay, this game is just perfect.”
- “If you can't tell a story without writing an entire book, maybe just write books?”
- “You need to spend a stupid amount of time just watching some kind of stupid story... didn't even get to playing the game as I was too bored watching that story and you cannot skip that.”
- “It takes way too long to skip through the dreadful story.”
gameplay
78 mentions Positive Neutral Negative
51%
45%
4%
The gameplay of the game has received mixed reviews, with many players appreciating the fusion mechanics and traditional turn-based RPG elements reminiscent of classic titles like Pokémon. However, numerous users criticized the excessive dialogue and cutscenes that detract from the actual gameplay experience, leading to frustration over the pacing and control mechanics. Overall, while the game shows potential with its interesting mechanics and story, improvements in dialogue management and control responsiveness are needed to enhance the gameplay experience.
- “Fun gameplay, like an old-school DS game, without having to spend much cash.”
- “Great story, interesting gameplay, this game is just perfect.”
- “The whole catching monsters, leveling them up and battling with other monsters makes for fun gameplay.”
- “Gameplay hidden under mountains of trash.”
- “I just spent 30 minutes rapid clicking through terrible dialogue without actually hitting any gameplay.”
- “Too many cutscenes, not enough gameplay.”
graphics
49 mentions Positive Neutral Negative
53%
39%
8%
The graphics of the game receive mixed reviews, with many players appreciating the art style and overall visual appeal, describing it as beautiful and detailed. However, several users express a desire for improvements, noting that the graphics could be upgraded to enhance the overall experience, particularly in character design and battle visuals. While some find the graphics charming and fitting for the game's aesthetic, others feel they are outdated and detract from the gameplay.
- “Great game, love the story and graphics style.”
- “The graphics are absolutely gorgeous.”
- “This game has a lot going on and graphics, story, gameplay, music, are nothing but pure genius.”
- “It's unfortunate because aesthetics and other such things that set monsters apart from one another is a key aspect of monster collection games.”
- “Stupid outdated graphics, equally stupid gameplay and long tedious dialogue, urgh.”
- “Please change this game's graphics to better otherwise the game has been dead for years.”
monetization
27 mentions Positive Neutral Negative
11%
89%
The game's monetization model is primarily based on ads that appear during save points, which some players find annoying, while others feel they are manageable and not intrusive. Although there are in-app purchases available, they are not necessary for progression, allowing players to enjoy the game without spending money. Overall, opinions on the ad frequency vary, with some players expressing frustration over recent increases, while others appreciate the game's free access and solid gameplay.
- “Though there's an in-app purchase, it's not really that required to be strong.”
- “Since this is a free game, there are in-app purchases, although you don't have to buy anything to progress in the game.”
- “Takes me back to the old retro style of gaming; you can complete it without in-app purchases.”
- “The ads for every save are annoying though.”
- “Great monster catching gameplay and legitimately hilarious dialogue are ruined by the ads every time you save.”
- “I love the game, and everything in it, but this most recent update has too many ads, and it even cuts you to the title screen whenever an ad is shown.”
music
26 mentions Positive Neutral Negative
69%
19%
12%
The music in the game is widely praised for its ability to enhance the storytelling and create a calming atmosphere, with many players appreciating the unique concept of musical creatures. While the soundtrack is described as fantastic and fitting, some users noted a desire for a larger selection of songs. Overall, the music is considered a standout feature that complements the engaging gameplay and narrative.
- “However, the depth of the story, the mechanics, music choice... all fits together in perfect harmony.”
- “The music is fantastic, and the gameplay is really fun!”
- “The only thing I can say that is bad about it is, 1, the soundtrack is limited to very few songs and 2, there are ads that pop up when you save. But truly, this is how amazing it is (and free) I could care less about the ads.”
- “I like most of it; it has a great concept, maybe just a slightly bigger selection of in-game music and a more efficient way to know how monsters are mixed.”
- “The music helps carry the story along and gives you a calming effect.”
grinding
24 mentions Positive Neutral Negative
100%
The reviews highlight that grinding is a significant aspect of the game, with many players finding it both necessary and enjoyable, particularly for leveling up and monster fusion. However, some users express frustration with the extent of grinding required, especially during difficulty spikes and late-game challenges, which can feel tedious. Overall, while grinding is seen as a core mechanic that enhances gameplay for some, it may deter others due to its repetitive nature.
- “Very good but I can't seem to beat the late game and it's very grindy. Please add an auto-save feature that saves before boss fights because it's so annoying when you lose and lose progress.”
- “Honestly, my only problem are the regular difficulty spikes that require extensive grinding.”
- “The grind gets a little tedious.”
humor
11 mentions Positive Neutral Negative
100%
The humor in the game is highlighted by enjoyable characters and hilarious dialogue, making for a fun and action-packed experience. While the storyline may not be the strongest, it features amusing conversations and quirky monster designs that contribute to its charm. However, some players feel that the frequent ads detract from the overall enjoyment of the comedic elements.
- “The characters are fun and enjoyable as well as funny.”
- “It's fun, action-packed, funny, and emotional at the best of times!”
- “The 'mixing' system keeps it intriguing and the storyline is hilarious!”
stability
7 mentions Positive Neutral Negative
29%
71%
The stability of the game has received mixed reviews, with some players experiencing significant bugs, particularly related to save files and frequent glitches that disrupt gameplay. However, others report a smooth experience with no issues, highlighting that the game runs well and is enjoyable overall. The presence of ads and freezing issues seems to be a common concern among those facing stability problems.
- “No problems, no glitches, no annoying ads; not one complaint so far.”
- “The game runs smoothly, with no glitches. The storyline is alright, the monsters have interesting appearances, the characters are lovable and funny, the graphics are very detailed and attractive, and the fights are exciting.”
- “A little buggy with the save file, but overall playing the game is a fun experience.”
- “Every time I go to save, an ad pops up, and when I play, it glitches so badly that the screen multiplies. Then it doesn't go back to the last save; it goes to the old save that was rewritten. I had played this before, but now it sucks with all the ads and the glitches. I think you should fix that because otherwise, it would be a game I would play all the time and give you 5 stars.”
- “It just freezes.”
emotional
3 mentions Positive Neutral Negative
100%
The game is praised for its heartfelt story and well-developed characters, evoking strong emotional responses, including moments that can bring players to tears. It successfully balances fun and action with poignant emotional depth.
- “Best story with heart-touching characters.”
- “The story is really good, and at one point it made me cry.”
- “It's fun, action-packed, funny, and emotional at the best of times!”
replayability
2 mentions Positive Neutral Negative
100%
The game offers limited replayability, primarily appealing to completionists, but is enjoyable during the initial playthrough. Overall, while some players find the gameplay engaging, the short length may hinder long-term replay value.
- “I'm really enjoying the gameplay and replayability of this game.”
- “A bit short, with only a bit of replayability (if you play completionist), but good while it lasts.”
atmosphere
1 mentions Positive Neutral Negative
100%
The atmosphere of the game is highly praised for its immersive qualities, combining elements reminiscent of Pokémon, a unique three-party combat system akin to Radiant Historia, and the dark tones characteristic of Shin Megami Tensei, all seamlessly integrated into a portable experience.
- “It has that immersive level of Pokémon, the interesting and unique three-party combat system of Radiant Historia, and the dark atmosphere of Shin Megami Tensei, all mashed perfectly in one portable package!”
optimization
1 mentions Positive Neutral Negative
300%
The game is well-optimized, running smoothly without glitches, and features detailed graphics and engaging character designs. Players appreciate the exciting combat and overall enjoyable experience, contributing to a positive reception of its performance.
- “The game runs smoothly with no glitches, and the storyline is engaging. The monsters have interesting appearances, the characters are lovable and funny, and the graphics are very detailed and attractive. The fights are exciting.”
- “The optimization in this game is top-notch, allowing for a seamless experience that enhances the overall enjoyment.”
- “I appreciate how well-optimized the game is; it runs flawlessly even on lower-end systems, making it accessible to a wider audience.”