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1997 PlayStation

You raise and train monsters, managing their stats and condition, then enter them in tournament battles. Its signature hook is generating new monsters from the discs you insert into the console.

What defines Monster Rancher:

  • Strong character progression
  • Fantasy setting
  • Cosy, great for unwinding

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2021 PC 9.75 € 👍 90 % Very positive, 14,538 reviews on Steam

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  • Fantasy setting
  • Cosy, great for unwinding

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Realm Grinder

Strong character progression

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Potionomics

Cosy, great for unwinding

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Tavern Keeper

Cosy, great for unwinding

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Clicker Heroes

Strong character progression

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