Ultra Kaiju Monster Rancher

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  • Summary: Ultra Kaiju Monster Rancher is a brand-new collaboration between Ultraman, a famous Japanese Tokusatsu work, and Monster Rancher, a popular role-playing simulation series.

    This new game introduces the iconic "Ultra Kaiju" such as Alien Baltan, Zetton, and Gomora to the popular gameplay    Ultra Kaiju Monster Rancher is a brand-new collaboration between Ultraman, a famous Japanese Tokusatsu work, and Monster Rancher, a popular role-playing simulation series.

    This new game introduces the iconic "Ultra Kaiju" such as Alien Baltan, Zetton, and Gomora to the popular gameplay mechanics of raising and battling monsters from the Monster Rancher series.    … Expand

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Critic Reviews

Score distribution:
  1. Positive: 8 out of 16
  2. Mixed: 8 out of 16
  3. Negative: 0 out of 16
  1. IGN Japan
    Nov 20, 2022
    100
    Who would have thought that a collaboration with Monster Rancher would bring out the best of Ultra Kaiju’s long history and potential as a video game? It utilizes Monster Rancher’s unique systems to show sides of kaiju you would have never imagined. For the Monster Rancher series this is a major comeback. It learns from past mistakes to create a system that matches modern standards.
  2. RPG Fan
    Oct 30, 2023
    82
    Overall, the main draw of Ultra Kaiju Monster Rancher for me was the refinement of Monster Rancher 2’s systems. It’s great to see the series return and build off the foundation set by Monster Rancher 2 for a modern audience. While I miss the classic monsters, the Ultraman crossover is successful and gives Ultra Kaiju Monster Rancher a unique identity compared to the rest of the series. Most of the kinks of the classic games have been ironed out, distilling the core gameplay into a smooth and welcoming experience for newcomers and experienced ranchers alike.
  3. Noisy Pixel
    Oct 26, 2022
    80
    Ultra Kaiju Monster Rancher is a great crossover spinoff for fans of Monster Rancher as well as fans of Ultraman. If you’re new to the Monster Rancher franchise, it’s an excellent opportunity to get into the franchise itself. Although players will be met with difficulty spikes here and again, it can be solved by some grinding with your monster.
  4. CGMagazine
    Oct 26, 2022
    70
    Ultra Kaiju Monster Rancher won't set the world on fire with its monster breath, but fans of the source material will surely appreciate their time taming giants.
  5. NintendoWorldReport
    Nov 3, 2022
    70
    In spite of the numerous small tweaks to the Monster Rancher formula, it’s difficult to see this Ultra Kaiju entry as a breakthrough for the series. The inclusion of NFC technology is hobbled by the lack of amiibo support, and the Adventures continue to feel like a relic from the beginning of 3D gaming in the ‘90s. That said, seeing familiar kaiju–Gomora, Bemstar, and Sevinger (which was the first kaiju I raised)–and even Ultraman himself will definitely hit home for a certain audience. After playing around with the remastered first two Monster Rancher games, there wasn’t enough in this release to keep my attention, but its updated graphics and presentation could make it a decent place for newcomers to the franchise. Here’s hoping that the next time we see Monster Rancher on a Nintendo platform, it takes some kaiju-sized risks in order to offer a fresher experience overall.
  6. TouchArcade
    Nov 1, 2022
    70
    Ultra Kaiju Monster Rancher sticks very close to the original Monster Rancher concept, perhaps too close. Adding in giant monsters and Ultraman appearances provides a bit of spice, but it would have been nice if there were more of an effect on the gameplay just to liven things up a bit for veterans. As is, it’s another Monster Rancher, albeit one with a little more charm than usual for fans of large rubber-suit creatures.
  7. Cubed3
    Jun 12, 2023
    50
    Ultra Kaiju Monster Rancher is a very specific title that is going to appeal to a specific audience. What it does it does very well with heaps of charm, but that is counterbalanced by repetition and not a lot of challenge. Much of the dialogue eventually becomes superficial, training animations wear out their welcome rather quickly, making the 'fast forward' option a required feature, and there aren't quite enough monster variations or tournament types to keep it all from blending into the same thing. Despite this, it is still likable, and seems like it would be very much at home on mobile devices. Regardless, it's always going to be a kick to see Ultraman show up to keep a rampaging monster in check.

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Score distribution:
  1. Positive: 9 out of 13
  2. Mixed: 1 out of 13
  3. Negative: 3 out of 13
  1. Nafare
    Oct 21, 2022
    10
    In my opinion it almost feels like Monster Rancher 5 and what i mean by that is it feels like a mainline Monster Rancher game. They explainIn my opinion it almost feels like Monster Rancher 5 and what i mean by that is it feels like a mainline Monster Rancher game. They explain lore wise why the Kaiju exist and it's set in the normal monster rancher world.

    There's some classic monsters in the game too which are giant form. Story wise the monster discs placed on a kaiju alter makes them huge. I haven't seen a lot of classic monsters but their there.

    It has an online verses mode so you just seem to fight another players monster but i haven't really used that feature and i'd assume if you use the physical asian version it will work because it'd still know your systems home location but i can't promise.

    The final verdict is this is a very fun monster rancher game! I have always loved the series but i was very worried that this one wouldn't feel like a monster rancher game and it's been almost a decade since they've made one so the team most likely has never worked on past games and i know nothing about ultra man. So i was worried that it might feel like it's more about the Ultra man series and Monster Rancher is just a secondary idea to make the game a bit more interesting.

    But this one feels %100 like a monster rancher game just with an Ultra man theme.    … Expand
  2. Tradnux
    Feb 13, 2023
    10
    I was fortunate to have found a physical copy in our local game store, as I think this will become rare. As soon I've seen it on the shelves II was fortunate to have found a physical copy in our local game store, as I think this will become rare. As soon I've seen it on the shelves I have grabbed it, for this is a kind of game that brings back all those great playstation one memories playing the old Monster Rancher games and now with the best feature, and that is bringing classic Kaiju monsters from Ultraman universe.

    This is a monster trainer game where you obtain a Kaiju monster and develop it to be the best fighting Kaiju within its lifetime. The game mechanics were never changed and to my delight, as I enjoyed the old games exactly as they were. The battle system while a little bit weird, just think of it like you were on the coach's side shouting towards your Kaiju on what to do next. Of course when a Kaiju fails to respond to your commands it means it still low dependency to your coaching, and this evident on earlier stages of training your Kaiju. The game does not force your Kaiju to upgrade ranks for every win, you can grind training your Kaiju until it stats are enough to compete higher ranks, of course there are many ways how to speed up the growth of your Kaiju but that is for you to find out.

    The audio and graphics is good, The models are sharp even on my 60" 4k TV, frame rate goes down a bit but not something serious to be picky about. It did a great job presenting the Kaiju monsters, you would really feel how enormous these beings are as the POV is always looking up. Music is always on point with what kind of mood it wants the players to feel. It is definitely a huge improvement over the Monster Rancher remasters on Nintendo Switch.

    I couldn't really complain for any downsides on this game, I think it's great as it is. I would wish though to include Kaiju from other universes, e.g. Godzilla.

    This game is a gem, and highly recommended especially for those who played the original Monster Rancher games of the old.    … Expand
  4. Urhrw
    Oct 21, 2022
    10
    Wasn't expecting much but wow it's a totally engaging monster raising simulation game far above my expectations! The graphics, music, andWasn't expecting much but wow it's a totally engaging monster raising simulation game far above my expectations! The graphics, music, and gameplay are all too notch, I just couldn't put my controller down even after 20 hrs of nonstop playing!… Expand
  5. AngryRoach
    Oct 22, 2022
    10
    Ultimate nostalgia trip for old school Monster Rancher fans. If you like Monster Rancher 2, you'll love this one.
  6. QrjdjNmrtm
    Oct 21, 2022
    10
    I wasn't sure about this game but turned out to be pleasantly surprised. Monster Rancher is legit! Watch the trailer and see how cute andI wasn't sure about this game but turned out to be pleasantly surprised. Monster Rancher is legit! Watch the trailer and see how cute and adorable it is. Man I love my monsters so much and gotta create more of them now.… Expand
  7. Newbieintra
    Oct 21, 2022
    10
    Woah Kaiju Monster Rancher is amazingly addictive! It is so sweet and satisfying to raise your monster up to a certain level and see them growWoah Kaiju Monster Rancher is amazingly addictive! It is so sweet and satisfying to raise your monster up to a certain level and see them grow and grow. This game has the right amount of difficulty too to keep things challenging and fresh and fun. Try it out cuz it is soooooooooooo fun!… Expand
  8. KrillerBomb
    Nov 13, 2022
    0
    Adding a review here for this video game. Unfortunately, I do not see the appeal at all.

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#47 Most Discussed Switch Game of 2022