Monster Crown (2020)
Game Description:
In the 2020 game "Monster Crown," players embark on an adventure across Crown Island, a land teeming with dangerous beasts and hidden secrets. As a young monster tamer, you offer contracts to wild creatures, forging alliances and breeding them to create unique new species. The game features a dynamic breeding system, allowing for endless combinations and strategic gameplay. Your mission is to thwart a sinister underground plot to resurrect the malevolent Philosopher Kings, who once ruled with tyranny. With a rich narrative and a world brimming with optional content, players must navigate alliances, uncover mysteries, and harness the power of their monsters to prevent the return of darkness to Crown Island.
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What Parents Should Know About Monster Crown
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Release Date
2020
ESRB Age Rating Summary:
Monster Crown is rated T for Teen by the ESRB with Fantasy Violence, Language, Mild Blood, and Use of Alcohol and Tobacco. This is a role-playing adventure game in which players assume the role of a monster tamer on a quest to free an island from evil. From a top-down perspective, players can explore pixelated, open-world environments, interact with characters, and engage in turn-based combat against other monster tamers. Players select various attacks (e.g., chomp, body tackle, skull slam) from a menu to inflict damage against enemies. Monsters generally blink when hit and disappear when their health bar is depleted. Some sequences depict small pools of blood in the water or underneath characters. One loading screen frequently depicts a character smoking a cigarette; players can also encounter a drunk character. The words “sh*t” and “a*shole” appear in the game.
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Fantasy Violence, Language, Mild Blood, Use of Alcohol and Tobacco
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Parental Notes
While many parents praise the gameplay experience, they caution that Monster Crown may not be suitable for younger kids. The game includes mild profanity, with words like “sh*t” and “a*shole” appearing in dialogue. Violence is present but not graphic, as players engage in turn-based combat where monsters blink and disappear when defeated. Some scenes show small pools of blood, and there are mature themes such as a character smoking and another depicted as drunk. Due to these elements, many parents recommend the game for teens 13 and older, as it contains content that may not be appropriate for younger audiences.
Why Your Kid Might Like Monster Crown
Monster Crown offers a thrilling experience for teens who enjoy strategic gameplay and monster taming. The dynamic breeding system allows players to experiment with endless combinations, creating unique monsters that can be used in battles. This aspect of the game encourages creativity and strategic thinking, as players must decide which traits and abilities will best suit their team. The game's narrative, filled with mystery and intrigue, keeps players engaged as they work to uncover secrets and thwart the sinister plot threatening Crown Island.
The open-world exploration and the ability to form alliances with various monsters add depth to the gameplay, making it appealing for those who enjoy immersive worlds. Teens appreciate the challenge of navigating alliances and making decisions that impact the storyline. The game's retro-inspired graphics and soundtrack provide a nostalgic feel, reminiscent of classic monster-taming games, which adds to its charm. While Monster Crown may not be for everyone, those who enjoy strategic monster battles and a rich narrative find it a rewarding experience.