Monster Rancher 1 &a; 2 DX

"If you’re looking for some childhood nostalgia, look no further than Monster Rancher 1 + 2 DX. If you have never played these games before, this will probably do absolutely nothing for you because, to be honest, these games are …"

"Monster Rancher 1&a;2 DX is a blast from the past, letting fans re-experience a classic while introducing new players to the franchise."

"Monster Rancher 1 &a; 2 DX is a faithful recreation of the PlayStation titles that weren&s;t available to everyone in the &s;90s. The CD monster creation system has been replaced with a large music catalogue and the ability to fast-forward …"

"Monster Rancher 1 &a; 2 DX successfully brings two classic games to today&s;s platforms. Even more than twenty years after their original releases, the unique concept remains fun and interesting, and the implementation of the search for a music catalog …"

"Nothing comes easy in Monster Rancher 1 &a; 2 DX. These are fairly poor ports of two pretty good games, with the best part of them stripped out. I still had fun revisiting these games after so many years, and …"

"For someone that has never played the series before, Monster Rancher 1 &a; 2 DX is a nice package to have. It ports both titles to modern platforms, enhances their visuals and playability a bit, and stays true to the …"

"Monster Rancher 1 &a; 2 DX modernizes these classic games’ gameplay and makes them more accessible and enticing than they’ve ever been before! Lovers of Pokémon or other monster-collecting games would be remiss to skip this collection."

"Monster Rancher 1 &a; 2 DX is mainly aimed at the fans of the franchise. Don&s;t expect a remaster, though: the only difference with the originals is the new monster generating system, now based on an in-game database."

"For fans of the series, or for players looking for a slightly more involved grind during their commute than the usual mobile fare, Monster Rancher 1 &a; 2 DX offer a heap of monster-rearing pleasure. However, this pair of titles …"

"Monster Rancher 1 &a; 2 DX is a competent re-edition of the two original games that gives some of its elements a more modern flair while keeping the series&s; main characteristics intact. While it&s;s inevitable to find that some of …"

"I don&s;t know what I expected from Monster Rancher 1 &a; 2 DX. Never playing a game in the series but wanting to try it out might have set my expectations too high. Monster Rancher is a unique take on …"

"Monster Rancher 1 &a; 2 DX reintroduces Koei Tecmo&s;s monster franchise to video game fans who have forgotten about the series or never had the chance to experience it. With some interesting new features, the package is interesting for those …"

"Monster Rancher 1 &a; 2 DX retains all the features and content that made them such unique titles when first released. However, after the long wait, I feel this revival is slightly half-hearted as it still features dated graphics, dated …"

"Monster Rancher 1 &a; 2 DX will be a joy for more nostalgic players, but it&s;s unlikely that it will manage to captivate a wider audience."

"That’s what makes Monster Rancher 1 &a; 2 DX so fascinating. You see, Monster Rancher makes more sense now than it did then."

"Monster Rancher 1 &a; 2 DX has unfrozen a classic simulator, making some necessary additions to make the title more suitable for modern gamers. Unfortunately, the games still clearly show their age, especially in the visual aspect. Considering its style, …"

"Ultimately, this is a solid introduction to Monster Rancher (definitely better than the short-lived TV show). At the very least, it&s;s an enjoyable look back at a series that never quite hit the big time. Now if you&s;ll excuse me, …"

"Monster Rancher 1 &a; 2 DX stays faithful to the originals by mostly adding quality of life fixes to enhance the game. While not everything was modernised, there is enough here for players to have a great time."

"Monster Rancher was a product of its time and it has aged better than some. For those wanting a Pokemon equivalent, this game is not for you. This is more aimed at hardcore simulation fans who carry a nostalgia from …"

"The bug fixes and minor improvements to the overall experience are extremely welcome, and Monster Rancher 1 &a; 2 DX proves itself to be an excellent way to play the games on PC without needing to bother with the hassle …"

"The core fundamentals of Monster Rancher are delightful, and while this collection has its issues, there aren&s;t all that many modern equivalents to what it offers, so they hold their value well. Whether this is some kind of elaborate market …"

"Monster Rancher 1 &a; 2 DX is undeniably engrossing and though it doesn’t have all the bells and whistles of a modern game, it manages to hold its own due to its sheer charm and enjoyable gameplay. Even if you’re …"

"The 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."

"Do you remember Tamagotchi, a keychain-sized virtual pet simulation game? That’s what both Monster Rancher games remind me of. Not all players will enjoy both these games, especially players who aren’t into retro games. But for those that like the …"

"While some may find the graphics and sound too outdated to enjoy, players looking for a trip to the farm will find their plates very full."

"Monster Rancher is easy to pick up, put down, and really starts to take off when you start experimenting with different ways to customize your monsters. If you have any nostalgia for the titles, or are looking for something a …"

"I’m glad that Monster Rancher 1&a;2 DX came out because it gives curious players and myself a chance to check out a cult-classic monster series."

"The combination of rumor, magazine publication, and CD trading is what made the Monster Rancher games special. It’s hard to recreate that kind of feeling today. But, Koei Tecmo did it very well. The only problem is that there’s not …"

"I find myself conflicted when it comes to Monster Rancher 1 &a; 2 DX. It still remains the same great game I enjoyed as a youth in many ways, but perhaps it hasn’t stood the test of time in others. …"

"Overall, Monster Rancher 1 &a; 2 DX is ok. If you&s;re a fan of the series, or if you just want a game you can play in the background while doing something else, it may be a good choice for …"

"Monster Rancher 1 &a; 2 DX may retain issues from the past and have a thin story but it&s;s enjoyable monster raising mechanics and unique summoning system remains a joy all these years later."

"Both 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 …"

"Monster Rancher 1 &a; 2 DX is a great re-release of two great games. Even with some signs of age, it&s;s worth every minute, and every penny, that you spend on it."

"Monster Rancher 1 &a; 2 DX is a remaster of two classic games that I am very glad to see in 2021, it just kills me that Koei Tecmo waited so long to bring this series to international audiences. The …"