Monster Rancher 1 & 2 DX

Monster-raising simulation with CD-title searches and tournament battles

KOEI TECMO GAMES CO., LTD. · Released Dec 8, 2021

Reviews: Very Positive; 91% of 1,148
Recent reviews: Not enough recent
Playing now: 43; right now
Steam Deck: Verified
Last update: 4 years ago; Jan 24, 2022

What is Monster Rancher 1 & 2 DX?

This collection contains two monster-raising simulation RPGs. You generate monsters by searching a music database for CD titles, manage their training and rest, and enter them in battles and tournaments. You can also compete against monsters raised by other players online.

For you if...

+you enjoy training monsters for tournament battles
+you like discovering monsters through CD-title searches

Not for you if...

−you want quick progress without repeated training cycles
−you prefer modernized mechanics over older game designs

What players say

91% of 1,148 reviews are positive

Players praise the monster-training loop and the chance to revisit the original games. Some say the rerelease feels dated and too little changed; others miss generating monsters with physical CDs or find battle controls difficult.

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Monster Rancher 1 & 2 DX system requirements

As published by the developer.

Minimum

OS: Windows® 10, 64bit
Processor: Intel Core i3 4340 or over
Graphics: NVIDIA GeForce GTX 570, AMD Radeon R9 280X, Intel HD Graphics 4600 or over
Memory: 4 GB RAM
Storage: 1500 MB available space
DirectX: Version 11
Notes: 1280x720 pixel over display