Meg&s;s Monster

Meg&s;s Monster

March 2, 2023

AdventureRPGStrategy Nintendo SwitchPCXbox OneXbox Series X/S

Welcome to the Underworld—a land of monsters and mutants who eat humans for breakfast. One such monster—a hulking ogre by the name of Roy—has no interest in eating humans. But one day, he and his best friend Golan stumble upon a lost little girl named Meg, and discover something truly …

Critic Score

79.5

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Critic Reviews (19)

Alana Dunitz GameGrin Mar 2023
80.0 /100

Graphics

20.0

Gameplay

65.0

Story

75.0

"Meg&s;s Monster is a great 2D pixel-style action-adventure game that has you exploring the underworld to help this lost human child get back to her mother. With a great story and battle mechanics it is sure to make you smile."

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Andrei Dumitrescu Softpedia Mar 2023
90.0 /100

"Meg’s Monster is an emotional journey with a lot of depth, a twisty narrative, and some great character moments. I loved spending time with Meg, Roy, and Golan. Combat isn’t very challenging but still generates tension. I actually wished that …"

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Benjamin Bell Netto’s Game Room Mar 2023
100.0 /100

Graphics

95.0

Gameplay

96.0

Story

100.0

"Meg&s;s Monster is an unforgettable and deeply heartwarming tale of a young girl and the powerful bond she forms with a monster. While its simple gameplay and RPG mechanics effectively propel the narrative forward, it is the overarching mystery and …"

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Genghis Husameddin DayOne Mar 2023
75.0 /100

Graphics

60.0

Gameplay

80.0

Story

80.0

"...Meg’s Monster offers a heartwarming tale for those that love watching gruff big guys become sweethearts over an unsuspecting intrusion in their lives. And with strong art direction, pleasant music, and a well-paced story, this game is a no-brainer for …"

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Gianni Di Giovanni SIFTER Mar 2023
80.0 /100

Graphics

70.0

Gameplay

80.0

Story

90.0

"MEG’S MONSTER is the perfect game for a parent, it’s a succinct experience that draws heavily on the 16bit era with a colourful cast of loveable characters. It might even make you cry, I’m warning you and if you&s;re like …"

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Ivanir Ignacchitti Hardcore Gamer Mar 2023
75.0 /100

Graphics

68.0

Gameplay

72.0

Story

78.0

"Meg’s Monster is a humble game that takes the appearance of an RPG as a mechanism to tell its story. Though it ends up underdeveloped in some aspects, it&s;s an easy recommendation for players who get emotional over child tales …"

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James Luff LadiesGamers.com Mar 2023
80.0 /100

Graphics

80.0

Gameplay

80.0

Story

80.0

"Meg’s Monster is a game that tickled my heartstrings, something quite rare in gaming. The moment that hit the hardest was when Meg and Roy argued and later apologized to each other in a very adorable way. As a new …"

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Jenni Lada Siliconera Mar 2023
70.0 /100

Graphics

70.0

Gameplay

65.0

Story

70.0

"Odencat&s;s Meg&s;s Monster is a brief, pleasant adventure that takes rather obvious cues from Undertale."

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João Canelo Echo Boomer Mar 2023
75.0 /100

Graphics

58.0

Gameplay

55.0

Story

72.0

"While the emphasis on safeguarding a young girl sets Meg&s;s Monster apart from other games, the adventure fails to deliver a captivating experience that will keep players invested."

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Justin Nation Nindie Spotlight Mar 2023
71.0 /100

Graphics

62.0

Gameplay

58.0

Story

84.0

"A mix of adventure and RPG-ish elements, combined with a story that tugs at the heart strings, makes for a decent handful of hours"

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Lowell Bell Nintendo Life Mar 2023
80.0 /100

Graphics

65.0

Gameplay

70.0

Story

80.0

"Meg&s;s Monster is a one-of-a-kind adventure with a lot of heart, well worth a chunk of your weekend or to play for an hour or two before bed. Sure, some of it is predictable and the novelty of protecting Meg …"

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Lucas Moura Hu3br Mar 2023
90.0 /100

Graphics

85.0

Gameplay

90.0

Story

92.0

"Beautifully paced, equally charming and heartwarming, “Meg’s Monster” is a must have for RPG fans that are tired of the behemoths of the industry or just want a lovely story about a monster and a girl. Grab a tissue, you …"

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Michael Baker SteamDeckHQ Mar 2023
70.0 /100

Graphics

65.0

Gameplay

60.0

Story

80.0

"While it only takes a few hours, the blend of narrative, plot-essential battles, and occasional puzzle elements was fun to work through. Anyone in search of a short but satisfying experience should consider this one at some point."

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Neal Ronaghan NintendoWorldReport Mar 2023
75.0 /100

Graphics

65.0

Gameplay

55.0

Story

85.0

"It&s;s a good thing the story of Meg&s;s Monster is engaging because even if the gameplay cleverly ties into the narrative, it doesn&s;t amount to much. As long as your expectations are managed and you&s;re expecting something closer to a …"

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Prans Dunn GBAtemp Mar 2023
75.0 /100

Graphics

75.0

Gameplay

75.0

Story

75.0

"Meg’s Monster is a short but sweet indie game that stands out with its heartwarming plot and an interesting twist to its turn-based combat mechanics."

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Seulki Lee IGN Korea Mar 2023
80.0 /100

Graphics

65.0

Gameplay

70.0

Story

85.0

"Meg’s Monster should be given some consideration if you’re into experiencing the value of a game’s story. The world is based on a structure of what everyone would agree upon the theme of an ‘infant care’. Even after a few …"

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Sophie Hiner Pure Nintendo Mar 2023
90.0 /100

Graphics

20.0

Gameplay

60.0

Story

90.0

"Meg&s;s Monster tells the story of a big, mean monster who stumbles across the responsibility of caring for a little girl; if she cries, she brings on the end of the world. Playing as the monster, Roy, it is your …"

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Suhho Yoon INVEN Mar 2023
85.0 /100

Graphics

70.0

Gameplay

75.0

Story

90.0

"An adventure with a classic JRPG-style combat and visual under the royal-road theme of &s;a girl and monsters&s;. While the story can be seen as somewhat shallow and short compared to the developer&s;s previous works, its emotional OST and compact …"

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Yuna Briggs Noisy Pixel Mar 2023
70.0 /100

Graphics

60.0

Gameplay

70.0

Story

85.0

"Meg’s Monster is a charming, adorable, and heartfelt adventure that provides an excellent indie RPG experience. The relationship between the main duo is the driving force, with the art and music complementing the tone. However, it lacks evolution by revealing …"

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