Monsters & Mortals - Monstrum Review Summary

The visually impressive map and well-received DLC introduce popular new characters like the Brute, though the Fiend disappoints and the Brute suffers from hitbox issues and bugs.

Map is visually impressive: Players consistently praise the new map for its beauty, size, and multi-floor design. The glossy feel and innovative maze layout are highlighted as standout features.

DLC content is well-received: The DLC is described as cool, peak, and high quality, with fun characters and monsters. Reviewers appreciate the overall value and enjoyment it brings.

DLC adds new characters: The DLC includes three new characters: two monsters and one mortal, with the Brute and Fiend being particularly highlighted. Players enjoy the variety and unique play styles.

Brute character is popular: The Brute is frequently praised as an awesome, must-have character with a fun power-based playstyle. Its inclusion brings nostalgia from the original Monstrum game.

Skins are appreciated: Players like the extra skins for each character, noting they are valid, fun recolors with model swaps. Skins are available immediately without grinding, which is a plus.

Fiend character disliked: The Fiend is generally disliked, with one reviewer noting it looks too cartoonish and another stating it was initially overpowered and effectively pay-to-win before a shadow patch. After the patch, it is considered just okay.

Brute hitboxes and bugs: The Brute's hitboxes can be janky, and getting kills with its ultimate is bugged because the game assigns the kill to the host. This causes frustration and unfair credit distribution.

Steam pipes unfair: Steam pipes can be unfair if a player is next to one when Trap Time activates, and steam sometimes comes out of nowhere without visible pipes. This creates unpredictable and frustrating deaths.

Boss is Brute reskin: The boss is a reskin of the Brute, and its fireballs can be wonky, sometimes ignoring wall collision. This makes the boss feel unoriginal and its attacks unreliable.

Map buggy and condensed: The map is a bit buggy and too condensed when combining the boss and minions like the clowns ult. This can lead to chaotic and unfair situations.

DLC includes new map and skins: The DLC adds a new map with multiple floors and includes four skins, three characters, and a map. The map's multi-floor design is highlighted.

Fiend's ultimate teleports and stuns: The Fiend's ultimate teleports the lowest health player in front of him, stunning them and allowing positioning onto traps. This ability is considered powerful and cannot be dodged or countered by Mortals.

Game features monsters and mortal characters: The game includes both monsters and a mortal character, providing asymmetric gameplay. This is a basic but frequently mentioned aspect.

Map is large with multiple floors: The map is big and has multiple floors, adding verticality and complexity to matches. This is a notable feature of the new content.

Fiend is a speed character: The Fiend is a speed character that can outrun most Mortals, making him a formidable opponent. This trait is noted in multiple reviews.

DLC highly recommended: Reviewers strongly recommend the DLC, citing its good value compared to the base game and its appeal to all players. The Brute and Monstrum DLC are specifically highlighted as must-haves.

Game not worth full price: Some reviewers advise waiting for a sale, stating the game is not worth its full price. This suggests a value concern that may deter potential buyers at launch price.

Recommended for casual play: The game is recommended for casual play with friends, indicating it is best enjoyed in a relaxed, social setting. This aligns with positive but conditional recommendations.

Monetization: The reviews present a mixed picture regarding monetization. One review explicitly accuses the DLC of being pay-to-win, claiming that paying real money grants a monster that outclasses others. However, another review retracts a similar claim and states there is no P2W advantage, and a third review praises the DLC for its content and price. The direct P2W claim is significant, but the counterclaims and positive reception suggest the issue may be a balance problem rather than intentional predatory design.

DLC features Monstrum characters: The DLC includes characters from Monstrum, and reviewers compare the DLC to that game. This crossover content is a notable feature of the expansion.

Silent Hill DLC anticipated: Reviewers expect a Silent Hill DLC for the game, indicating interest in future content. This expectation is based on the game's current DLC offerings.

DLC cheaper in Russia: The DLC is priced lower in Russia compared to foreign prices, which is a regional pricing strategy. This makes the content more affordable for Russian players.