Monark

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User Score
5.5

Mixed or average reviews- based on 18 Ratings

User score distribution:
  1. Positive: 9 out of 18
  2. Mixed: 1 out of 18
  3. Negative: 8 out of 18
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  1. Jkosei
    Feb 24, 2022
    8
    Monark is a 2022 JRPG that was developed by a team consisting of members who created the original Shin Megami Tensei games on the Super Famicon.
    For this reason it borrows heavily from earlier SMT releases such as SMT IF which it borrows from the most.
    If i had to point towards anything negative it would be the graphical quality and the repetitive gameplay. The graphical quality is    Monark is a 2022 JRPG that was developed by a team consisting of members who created the original Shin Megami Tensei games on the Super Famicon.
    For this reason it borrows heavily from earlier SMT releases such as SMT IF which it borrows from the most.

    If i had to point towards anything negative it would be the graphical quality and the repetitive gameplay.
    The graphical quality is easily the most to be criticised because it simply isnt on the same level as other games on the Switch however it mostly shows its issues while in docked mode and is much easier on the eyes in portable mode.
    As for the repetitive gameplay... well its definitely there but i cant say its much worst than any other JRPG in the past 20 years, it just comes with the territory.

    Overall while i wont say its the best JRPG or even RPG on the switch its still a very enjoyable game and is certainly worth your time if you need a entertaining tome sink for your switch.

    Just don't go into this expecting Persona, its much more influenced by the core SMT series than that particular spinoff.    … Expand
  2. onehitok
    Jun 24, 2022
    10
    This review contains spoilers, click expand to view. Good game, kokoro best girl.
    The ones who voted negative are unloved by their parents and never had a girlfriend.    … Expand
  3. Tem_warlord
    Jul 2, 2022
    8
    There's definitely alot wrong with the game but I can't help but enjoy it

    The story is bland and yes the charecter lines aren't very good, but I haven't had this much fun with a JRPG sense my first play though of persona five you can't really compare the two one is definitely better but I enjoy the battles in this game so much

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62

Mixed or average reviews - based on 16 Critic Reviews

Critic score distribution:
  1. Positive: 2 out of 16
  2. Mixed: 12 out of 16
  3. Negative: 2 out of 16
  1. Starbit
    Aug 12, 2022
    60
    Thanks to an exquisite art style, a challenging combat system, a very interesting mind-based plot and a very well implemented and flexible character development model, Monark boasts elements that are worth highlighting. Where Monark does less well is on its execution, though, as well as on its simplistic and repetitive puzzles, but it's the game's laggy performance that often harms the experience and makes it difficult to enjoy to anyone beyond a core of RPG fans.
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  2. Nintenduo
    Apr 19, 2022
    68
    Monark has good ideas. However, it falls short in what it tries to achieve. This is a niche JRPG that, while it can be entertaining, has other shortcomings that prevent us from recommending it to everyone. Still, hardcore fans of the genre will find something to enjoy here.
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  3. PLAY! Zine
    Mar 4, 2022
    70
    Monark brings many innovations to the table, yet ultimately feels unfinished and unpolished. Many of the traditional and obsolete aspects of the JRPG genre are present, yet if you are willing to look past them in order to reach some quality – it could truly shine up your experience. Interesting characters, mechanics and setting, may not feel enough for some, but to those that just need a long game and new ways to play, Monark is a great recommendation.
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