Gurumin 3D: A Monstrous Adventure

 3DS
  • Publisher: Mastiff
  • Release Date: Oct 13, 2016
  • Also On: PC
Metascore
72

Mixed or average reviews - based on 10 Critic Reviews

Critic score distribution:
  1. Positive: 6 out of 10
  2. Mixed: 4 out of 10
  3. Negative: 0 out of 10
  1. CD-Action
    Jan 13, 2017
    80
    You can expect a lot of charming dialogue, easy puzzles, amazing soundtrack and satisfying combat. Unfortunately you will be forced to battle not only your enemies but also terrible camera. [01/2017, p.75]
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  2. RPG Site
    Oct 28, 2016
    80
    Clocking around 25 hours in length for one playthrough, Gurumin is a sweet romp through a colorful world that doesn't overstay its welcome. While you wont find deep gameplay or a complex narrative, Gurumin is worth checking out for its wonderful charm and satisfying yet simple combat system.
  3. GamingTrend
    Oct 27, 2016
    80
    Gurumin 3D does what it needs to, and does it well. A charming throwback in form and function to classic PS1 RPGs, this re-release is a fun romp down memory lane.
  5. Nintendo Life
    Oct 18, 2016
    80
    Gurumin 3D may be short on epic story and have a few technical blemishes around the edges of its gameplay, but its fun style and a surprising depth in collectibles and replayability make it well worthy of consideration for action-RPG fans. Did we mention there's a pretty sweet drill?
  6. Hardcore Gamer
    Oct 14, 2016
    80
    Gurumin not only offers a great challenge, but makes players want to go back and find every last hidden secret and collectible. The graphics, sound and music all look and sound great on the 3DS. If there is even the tiniest bit of interest in Gurumin, it is absolutely worth picking up.
  7. IGN Spain
    Nov 17, 2016
    75
    Fun and simplistic action-RPG that is 10 years old, but it's still capable of offering a ton of hours of enjoyment.
  8. NintendoWorldReport
    Oct 17, 2016
    70
    It’s hard to deny that Gurumin has some technical problems, but there’s a lot of charm under the surface. It’s fun to rebuild the town piece by piece and see more of the map unlock as the prince’s evil mist dissipates. Here’s hoping we can drill into some more Falcom games on the 3DS soon.
  9. FNintendo
    Jan 23, 2017
    60
    Gurumin 3D: A Monstrous Adventure does not aim to reinvent the wheel and it certainly couldn't aspire to that with its struggling camera and often imprecise jumping, which make the experience more time-consuming than it should, but this doesn't erase an accessible plot and long-lasting gameplay, once the game's dynamics set in.
  10. Cubed3
    Nov 13, 2016
    60
    This is a silly story with goofy characters that had some effort to flesh out their lives to make people care about them and the world. While it may not take much to hit bedrock with this shallow game, it does have heart, which is more than what most games have.
  11. Pocket Gamer UK
    Nov 9, 2016
    60
    On a platform where there are too many great RPGs to fit on your radar, there are plenty of reasons why Gurumin shouldn't be one of them.

Awards & Rankings

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#29 Best 3DS Game of 2016
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#33 Most Discussed 3DS Game of 2016
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#28 Most Shared 3DS Game of 2016

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User Score
7.9

Generally favorable reviews- based on 20 Ratings

User score distribution:
  1. Positive: 15 out of 20
  2. Mixed: 2 out of 20
  3. Negative: 3 out of 20
  1. Me-me-me
    Oct 17, 2016
    9
    LOVE IT! So far I’ve put 15 hours into the game. It reminds me of Zelda, I love RPGs. The game is quite challenging, draws you in, makes youLOVE IT! So far I’ve put 15 hours into the game. It reminds me of Zelda, I love RPGs. The game is quite challenging, draws you in, makes you want to find everything about everyone in it. All the delightful secrets. All the beautiful locations you can visit. Despite the lower pricing, everything about the game screams high quality. Definitely a great buy. I was pleasantly surprised. Don’t be fooled by the cute style, this is not a watered down game for small children. I am over 40 and I loved it. My husband loved it, too. Special note for parents with girls. This is a MUST. The main character is someone you want your child to have as a great friend. So are all the supporting characters. I don’t claim to have played everything on the 3DS, but I won’t be surprised if this was one of the very best 3D action games on it.… Full Review »
  2. GameDog
    Oct 14, 2016
    10
    Love this game. Probably the action-RPG on the 3DS and I've played them all, or pretty nearly.
    The game moves fast, the levels are hard but    Love this game. Probably the action-RPG on the 3DS and I've played them all, or pretty nearly.
    The game moves fast, the levels are hard but reasonable, voice acting is good. Feels like a little like Zelda but with more platforming and constant use of weapons.
    The characters are cute, so it would be easy not to realize this is a pretty serious game, but it totally is.    … Full Review »
  3. Pinoy3DS
    Mar 29, 2017
    8
    The Nintendo 3DS eShop is a motherlode of great games. New gems are constantly being excavated and Gurumin 3D: A Monstrous Adventure is oneThe Nintendo 3DS eShop is a motherlode of great games. New gems are constantly being excavated and Gurumin 3D: A Monstrous Adventure is one such jewel. Originally developed by Nihon Falcom for Windows way back in 2004 and later released for the Sony PlayStation Portable, the game is a refreshing take on the Action RPG genre that the 3DS needs more of.

    If you like Fantasy Life and Monster Hunter Generations, then we definitely recommend adding Gurumin 3D: A Monstrous Adventure to your 3DS Action-RPG library. Don't let its adorable appearance fool you. The game is packed with content and replay value to keep you digging for more. We give it a score of 8 out of 10 drills.    … Full Review »
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