Temtem

 PC
Metascore
79

Generally favorable reviews - based on 9 Critic Reviews

Critic score distribution:
  1. Positive: 7 out of 9
  2. Mixed: 2 out of 9
  3. Negative: 0 out of 9
  1. New Game Network
    Sep 26, 2022
    72
    Temtem is unequivocally a homage to the Pokémon franchise, but it does bear its own unique traits. The game is worth checking out for anyone looking for an experience that harbors the core DNA of Pokémon with an alternative take on the battling system.
  2. Wccftech
    Oct 9, 2022
    70
    Temtem is a fantastic game when you look at its story and gameplay mechanics alone. However, when you see the variety of activities it has to offer and the way its economy is structured, it will make you second-guess your stay after the main story campaign is done and over with.
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  1. IGN
    Mar 18, 2020
    Temtem is a bold but incomplete MMO that has some great ideas for improving upon the monster-catching genre. [Early Access provisional score = 70]
  2. Jeuxvideo.com
    Feb 29, 2020
    For an Early Access, Temtem offers yet a consequent content. With more than 25 hours of gameplay and a good number of creatures, all in a multiplayer oriented RPG, the game from Crema Games is a success that just need to continue its work. [Early Access Score = 80
  3. Metro GameCentral
    Jan 28, 2020
    Temtem already does several fundamental things better than its inspiration and clearly has the potential to be the very best, like no one ever was. [Early Access review]
  5. Rock, Paper, Shotgun
    Sep 8, 2022
    Temtem is a treat for Pokemon fans on PC, innovating on the formula in meaningful ways while staying close to its roots. That's not always good, as Temtem has a lackluster story and an endless churn of wild battles that feel inherently Pokemon, but it's still the best take on the genre in a long time. However, the best part about Pokemon is that I can whip out my Platinum cartridge and return to Sinnoh in a heartbeat with all my old mons lying in wait, and whether Temtem can stand a similar test of time remains to be seen. For now, though, it’s a fabulous creature-catching experience that you need to try. There's a chance that Temtem might even become your favourite Pokemon game yet.

Awards & Rankings

38
#38 Most Discussed PC Game of 2022

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User Score
7.3

Mixed or average reviews- based on 128 Ratings

User score distribution:
  1. Positive: 88 out of 128
  2. Mixed: 11 out of 128
  3. Negative: 29 out of 128
  1. Vital444
    Jan 24, 2020
    4
    Game is underwhelming. After 2 days of grind, I see same 5 monsters whole day, I run around one small area because there's 5% of chance toGame is underwhelming. After 2 days of grind, I see same 5 monsters whole day, I run around one small area because there's 5% of chance to find a rare monster... Then you get it and the stats are poor, 3h wasted, because it's not even fun, it's boring. The lack of imagination in the game is sad, you gather bunch of quests but you can complete them only much further along the game, nothing in the meantime. Nothing out of the box for this game, no new systems of gathering or creating new items or gear, knowing there will be microtransactions in game I already paid good money for is also quite sad. How hard would it be to drop some items from monsters you fight to allow you do some kind of crafting or cooking or ANYTHING? The graphics are decent and it's a game-alike to pokemon, however, game feels too basic and I cannot stress this enough - BORING… Full Review »
  2. jediparoxysm
    Jan 21, 2020
    0
    No... just, no. This game is the product of a community of gamers who THINK they know what they want, when in reality they don't. You thinkNo... just, no. This game is the product of a community of gamers who THINK they know what they want, when in reality they don't. You think Pokemon is bad with their "DLC paywall"? Just wait until this game gets hit with lovely microtransactions. Also, you should see whats hidden behind their paid tiers for Kickstarter. Absolute travesty. Please, do yourself a favor and save your money. If you don't want to play Pokemon, thats fine, but this is NOT the alternative or the saving grace you are looking for.… Full Review »
  3. ThankUGamefreak
    Jan 22, 2020
    0
    You will never be able to beat Sword and shield. Theyre the best games ever. Temtem is a joke and cannot obtain greatness since it wants toYou will never be able to beat Sword and shield. Theyre the best games ever. Temtem is a joke and cannot obtain greatness since it wants to live in the shadow of pokemon.… Full Review »
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