A Monster's Expedition

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User Score
7.9

Generally favorable reviews- based on 14 Ratings

User score distribution:
  1. Positive: 11 out of 14
  2. Mixed: 1 out of 14
  3. Negative: 2 out of 14

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  1. NindieSpotlight
    Dec 17, 2021
    9
    One thing I’ve learned over the years as someone both on the programming end of software and on the consumer end is that creating experiences that are “simple” by nature is often anything but. With that in mind, there’s a certain effortless quality to the clean and well-planned rule progression and puzzles in Expedition that I really appreciate and admire. With minimal direction and someOne thing I’ve learned over the years as someone both on the programming end of software and on the consumer end is that creating experiences that are “simple” by nature is often anything but. With that in mind, there’s a certain effortless quality to the clean and well-planned rule progression and puzzles in Expedition that I really appreciate and admire. With minimal direction and some simple experimentation you’ll pretty understand each new element added to the rule mix as you simply try to make your way around a series of islands, enjoying some unusual artifacts with amusing descriptions along the way. It’s light but still challenging, for the most part establishing and then carefully following a slow and steady progression in complexity and difficulty the further you get. A great example of work invested to convert what could just be a puzzle game into more of an enjoyable puzzle experience worth checking out.

    https://www.nindiespotlight.com/2021/08/mini-reviews-august-11th-edition.html    … Collapse
  2. hotdogcoder
    Nov 24, 2021
    8
    Quirky puzzler with gentle background music and some very challenging parts. Despite the relaxing vibe, I did get frustrated several times, but it offered just enough escape to keep me coming back for more until I finally reached the end, probably around 8-10 hours in.

    Once I completed the game, there were many islands I left unreached but I find I no longer have the motivation to go    Quirky puzzler with gentle background music and some very challenging parts. Despite the relaxing vibe, I did get frustrated several times, but it offered just enough escape to keep me coming back for more until I finally reached the end, probably around 8-10 hours in.

    Once I completed the game, there were many islands I left unreached but I find I no longer have the motivation to go back and figure out how to get there.

    Fun, beautiful, (mostly) relaxing little game - just don't be in a hurry to finish the final island!    … Expand
  3. bvigec
    Nov 2, 2021
    10
    A really smart and relaxing puzzler that keeps surprising with innovative mechanics and has great humor.
  4. Trystanr
    Sep 2, 2021
    8
    Atmospherically brilliant, with deceitfully complex puzzles with a great balance of new mechanics and exploration. The writing and humour is hilarious.
  5. NindieSpotlight
    Dec 17, 2021
    9
    One thing I’ve learned over the years as someone both on the programming end of software and on the consumer end is that creating experiences that are “simple” by nature is often anything but. With that in mind, there’s a certain effortless quality to the clean and well-planned rule progression and puzzles in Expedition that I really appreciate and admire. With minimal direction and someOne thing I’ve learned over the years as someone both on the programming end of software and on the consumer end is that creating experiences that are “simple” by nature is often anything but. With that in mind, there’s a certain effortless quality to the clean and well-planned rule progression and puzzles in Expedition that I really appreciate and admire. With minimal direction and some simple experimentation you’ll pretty understand each new element added to the rule mix as you simply try to make your way around a series of islands, enjoying some unusual artifacts with amusing descriptions along the way. It’s light but still challenging, for the most part establishing and then carefully following a slow and steady progression in complexity and difficulty the further you get. A great example of work invested to convert what could just be a puzzle game into more of an enjoyable puzzle experience worth checking out.

    https://www.nindiespotlight.com/2021/08/mini-reviews-august-11th-edition.html    … Collapse

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Metascore
92

Universal acclaim - based on 5 Critic Reviews

Critic score distribution:
  1. Positive: 5 out of 5
  2. Mixed: 0 out of 5
  3. Negative: 0 out of 5
  1. Hey Poor Player
    Sep 2, 2021
    90
    A Monster’s Expedition is a brilliant little puzzler. It gets incredible mileage out of a simple mechanic and manages to use it in unexpected ways. The game’s Zen-like presentation, open-ended exploration, and sense of humor create a relaxing environment that soothes away the frustrations found in other puzzle games. I do wish I had a little assistance in the late-game portion, but maybe I’m the only one who needs it.
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  2. Switch Player
    Aug 31, 2021
    80
    A Monster’s Expedition shakes up the puzzling genre with an enormous map, combining tiny individual puzzles with an empowering sense of exploration. Gorgeous graphics and witty writing mean it mostly succeeds, let down only slightly when its ambitious scale becomes daunting.
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  3. NintendoWorldReport
    Aug 31, 2021
    100
    There’s something really special about a well-crafted puzzle game. The difficulty has to be just right—taking mental equity to solve but not so easy as to be dull. There needs to be a clear logic to the puzzles throughout that acts as a foundation for each sequential one to build off of. What elevates it even further is world building and music design that sews it up into a tight, cohesive experience. A Monster's Expedition’s quick hits of small puzzles passes all of those criteria with flying colors, and you owe it to yourself to give it a look.
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