Monsti Analysis on Niklas Notes

Monsti

Game

(released 8 years ago)

Old Games

TL;DR

It is a skill-testing game where players click and fly to avoid obstacles while collecting eggs. Eggs unlock new characters and themes, making trial and error a part of the experience. If the normal mode is too easy, players can opt for the Insane mode for an added challenge.

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Genres:

Beat 'em up

Point & Click

Runner

Tags:

Action

Indie

Casual

Exploration

Adventure

Point & Click

Arcade

Action-Adventure

Puzzle Platformer

Platformer

Beat 'em up

Side Scroller

2D Platformer

Runner

Colorful

Cartoon

Flight

Comic Book

2.5D

Likely Inspirations:

Crash Bandicoot

Flappy Bird

Sonic the Hedgehog

Super Mario Bros.

Temple Run

Steam Review Analysis – Total (updated Jun 13, 2025, 5:19 PM)

Disclaimer: This analysis is independently conducted and is not affiliated with Valve or Steam.

Review Summary - 903

71%

Mostly Positive

Purchased on Steam

607

234

93%

Purchased Elsewhere

0% Primarily Play on Deck

Playtime Statistics

Playtime Overview

Estimated Playthrough Time

5.48 hrs

Min Playtime

0.08 hrs

15th Percentile

2.18 hrs

Median Playtime

5.13 hrs

85th Percentile

5.85 hrs

Max Playtime

402.73 hrs

Conclusion

Overall, players appreciate the fun and casual nature of Monsti, along with its visuals and nostalgic feel. However, many criticize its repetitive gameplay, lack of innovation, and technical issues, indicating a need for improvement in content and gameplay variety. The sentiment around the game's value is mixed, with some players feeling it does not justify its price, especially in comparison to similar titles.

Strongly Positive

Positive

Fun Gameplay

Players find the game enjoyable and a good way to pass the time.

~19%

Visuals

The game's art style is appreciated for its aesthetic appeal.

~2%

Casual Experience

The game is seen as a good casual experience, suitable for short play sessions.

~2%

Trading Cards

Players appreciate the inclusion of trading cards as a bonus.

~2%

Nostalgic Feel

The game evokes nostalgia for players familiar with similar titles.

~1%

Neutral / Mixed Opinions

Negative

Repetitive Gameplay

Many players criticize the game for its lack of variety and repetitive mechanics.

~13%

Lack of Innovation

The game is often described as a copy of other successful titles without adding new features.

~11%

Poor Value

Some reviews suggest that the game does not provide good value for its price.

~4%

Shallow Content

Players feel the game lacks depth and meaningful content.

~3%

Technical Issues

Some players report technical problems that hinder gameplay.

~2%

Strongly Negative

This analysis is powered by OpenAI’s language models and may occasionally contain inaccuracies. For the most precise details, please consult the reviews directly on the official Steam store page.

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Game	Impact	Score	Reviews	Type	Age
Monsti				Game	8Y
Monsti - Soundtrack				DLC	8Y