Nexomon (2017)
Game Description:
In the 2017 game Nexomon, players enter a vibrant fantasy world teeming with powerful creatures known as Nexomon. As a young aspiring Nexomon Tamer, you embark on an epic journey to capture, train, and evolve these creatures to build a formidable team. The world is under threat from the nefarious Nexolord, who seeks to unleash chaos using his own powerful Nexomon. Players must navigate diverse environments, challenge other Tamers, and uncover hidden secrets to thwart the Nexolord's plans. With over 300 Nexomon to discover, each with unique abilities and evolutions, strategic battles and exploration are key. The game combines captivating storytelling with engaging gameplay, offering a rich experience for fans of monster-collecting adventures.
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What Parents Should Know About Nexomon
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Release Date
2017
ESRB Age Rating Summary:
Nexomon is rated E10+ for Everyone 10+ by the ESRB with Fantasy Violence. This is a role-playing game in which players assume the role of a monster tamer trying to stop an evil force. From a top-down perspective, players explore a fantasy world, interact with other tamers, and battle creatures (Nexomon) in turn-based combat. Players select attack moves (e.g., Bite, Splash) from a menu screen, which can result in smacking/zapping sounds, light bursts, and depletion of creatures' health meters. A boxing scene depicts human characters dizzied and knocked to the ground, with screen-shaking effects. Some text/situations add to the somewhat dark tone (e.g., “I will terminate you” and “I bring demise to your kind”; houses on fire due to trouble-making tamers; human bodies that stay on the ground when defeated).
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Fantasy Violence
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Parental Notes
Parents are split on this title. While Nexomon is praised for its engaging gameplay and strategic battles, some caution about its mild fantasy violence and dark themes. The game does not contain profanity, but it includes scenes where human characters are knocked down with screen-shaking effects. Phrases like “I will terminate you” and “I bring demise to your kind” contribute to a somewhat dark tone. Additionally, there are scenes with houses on fire and human bodies remaining on the ground when defeated. These elements may not be suitable for younger children, and some parents recommend it for kids aged 10 and up due to these themes.
Why Your Kid Might Like Nexomon
Nexomon offers an exciting adventure that keeps young players engaged with its vibrant world and strategic gameplay. The thrill of capturing and training over 300 unique Nexomon appeals to those who enjoy collecting and battling creatures. The game's colorful graphics and diverse environments provide an immersive experience, making exploration fun and rewarding. The storyline, centered around stopping the villainous Nexolord, adds a layer of excitement and purpose to the journey, encouraging players to strategize and think critically about their next moves.
Teens appreciate the game's depth and complexity, which challenge them to build the best team possible. The strategic battles require careful planning and decision-making, offering a satisfying sense of accomplishment when overcoming tough opponents. The evolving Nexomon add an element of surprise and anticipation, as players never know what new abilities their creatures might gain. The engaging narrative and character interactions also provide a sense of connection and investment in the game's world, making it a popular choice for those who enjoy monster-collecting adventures.