- Publisher: Koei Tecmo Games
- Release Date: Dec 9, 2021
- Also On: iPhone/iPad, PC
Monster Rancher 1 & 2 DX
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User Score
Universal acclaim- based on 70 Ratings
- Summary:
- Developer: Koei Tecmo Games
- Genre(s): Miscellaneous, Compilation
- # of players: 2
- Cheats: On GameFAQs
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Score distribution:
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Positive: 10 out of 23
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Mixed: 11 out of 23
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Negative: 2 out of 23
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Dec 8, 2021The core fundamentals of Monster Rancher are delightful, and while this collection has its issues, there aren't all that many modern equivalents to what it offers, so they hold their value well. Whether this is some kind of elaborate market research with Koei canvassing interest for a potential new Monster Rancher, or a simple acknowledgement that the series still has fans and they'll buy anything Monster Rancher-related, I don't know. I almost hope they don't make a new Monster Rancher, because the appeal of these games is in their simple charm. Simplicity that modern game development can't get away with. In that context, I actually believe that Monster Rancher 1 & 2 DX will be the best of this series. Putting aside the inability to summon monsters via CD, both games have aged like the finest of wines, and remain some of the best examples of design from their era.
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Dec 9, 2021A thoughtful remaster of two much-loved classics, Monster Rancher 1 & 2 DX on Switch is a welcome walk down memory lane. Truly a diamond in the rough, these clunky little gems offer surprisingly deep gameplay mechanics and heaps of possibilities to explore.
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Dec 12, 2021Between the monster-raising simulation reminiscent of handheld virtual pets, the relatively untouched PlayStation aesthetic, and the crucial role that CDs hold in both game design and narrative, Monster Rancher is about as quintessentially ‘90s as a game can get. Monster Rancher 1 & 2 DX does a fine job of carrying these two PS1 classics into today’s age, both preserving the originals’ charm, and reworking that core, CD-driven system for an age of digital media. And with the social media potential of the latter—the endlessly shareable fun of seeing what monsters your favourite albums create—maybe Monster Rancher is a quintessentially 2020s game, too.
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Dec 8, 2021Both Monster Rancher games are fun throwbacks and this package is a tribute to a series that arguably never got the love it deserved, especially in Europe. Retro gamers and those who enjoy finding hidden gems should definitely consider picking up Monster Rancher 1 & 2 DX for a taste of late-'90s non-Pokémon monster battling. Once you get your head around the unusual controls and the dated presentation, there's lots to like here — and it feels like nothing else released before or since. Go in expecting to make mistakes and stumble through some of the gameplay features and there is plenty of fun to be had.
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Dec 12, 2021Monster Rancher 1 & 2 DX will be a joy for more nostalgic players, but it's unlikely that it will manage to captivate a wider audience.
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Feb 1, 2022The endless circle of gameplay with other companions has closed, but it has not brought any more. The collection lacks a strong campaign, a good dose of the story or motivation.
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Jan 3, 2022Monster Rancher 1 & 2 DX is a disappointing package made worse by its presence on the Switch. The main gimmick has lost all its wonder and both games feel like the exact same experience, roughly slapped together by uninteresting and sparse gameplay.
Score distribution:
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Positive: 3 out of 6
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Mixed: 0 out of 6
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Negative: 3 out of 6
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Apr 27, 2022
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Aug 21, 2022Brilliant game with an absolutely massive amount of replayability. Highly recommended!
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May 12, 2022
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Jun 30, 2022the game has a big lack of content. the graphics are terrible, please fix that
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Sep 1, 2022this is a very bad game with a gameplay so terrible, i really dont recommend
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Aug 25, 2022this game is so bad. the story is easy and the gameplay is so boring, bad and the menus are ugly
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