Info about Monsters & Mortals - UK Creators:

Official game description:
The UK Creators Pack is a brand new DLC for Monsters & Mortals that adds 3 new Mortal characters based on popular horror YouTubers - 8-BitRyan, Dawko, and SuperHorrorBro! Their creative editing skills won't save them, but they all bring formidable skills to the Mortal side. Here's what's included in the UK Creators Pack:  
1\. 8-BitRyan (2 skins)  
2\. Dawko (2 skins)  
3\. SuperHorrorBro (2 skins)

Release date: Apr 30, 2021

Categories: Asymmetrical Multiplayer, Horror, Character-based Combat, DLC, Pay-to-Win, Multiplayer

Feature scans:
- MTX: score 90; verdict: Pay-to-Win DLC; summary: The user reviews reveal that the game's DLC characters are overpowered, giving paying players a clear competitive advantage. The developer had explicitly promised no pay-to-win DLC, but the actual content breaks that promise. This constitutes a predatory pay-to-win monetization model.

- Hardware Profile: No data
Feature extractions:
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- Playtime Metrics:
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  - Endgame: N/A
  - Reasoning: The reviews express enthusiasm and opinions about the DLC's characters and balance, but none provide specific playtime durations, session lengths, completion times, or endgame hours. Therefore, all playtime metrics are unsupported and set to null.
- Time-to-fun: No data
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Below are summaries of things people say about the game per category.
Each point is assigned a weight that represents how often it is mentioned across all reviews.
What players like:
- YouTuber characters are popular (weight 0.95): Players enjoy playing as famous YouTubers, including top five favorites, and find the representation cool and fun. The inclusion of these content creators is a major draw.
- 8-Bit Ryan is overpowered (weight 0.87): 8-Bit Ryan is frequently highlighted as overpowered, loved, and a tank that can knock monsters off the map. His strength makes him a standout character.
- DLC is well received (weight 0.84): Multiple reviewers praise the DLC as good, cool, awesome, and worth its money. It is seen as a valuable addition to the game.
- Dawko is a strong support (weight 0.81): Dawko is praised for being fast, supportive, and having an ultimate that denies foes and encourages teammates to rush. He is considered one of the best characters.
- Characters are powerful and appealing (weight 0.58): The DLC characters are noted for being powerful, visually appealing, and amazing overall. Players appreciate their design and abilities.
- SuperHorrorBro is balanced and fun (weight 0.55): SuperHorrorBro is described as balanced, fine, and cool looking, with an ultimate that deals damage over time. He offers a nostalgic nod to old ClockTower games.
- DLC provides new gameplay options (weight 0.47): The DLC gives normal people a chance to fight back, offers skins without grinding, and adds three more mortals. It is seen as a must-have for expanding gameplay.
- Game is fun and enjoyable (weight 0.31): Some reviewers simply state that the game is pretty fun and that they like it, indicating overall positive sentiment towards the base game.
- Skins are great (weight 0.17): The DLC skins are praised as great, adding to the overall appeal of the content.

Common complaints:
- Dawko needs balance adjustments (weight 0.62): Dawko is seen as overpowered in the right hands, with an ultimate that stops the game for 15 seconds and affects everyone, including the monster, preventing any attacks. Conversely, some players feel he needs a buff, indicating inconsistent balance.
- 8-Bit Ryan is pay-to-win (weight 0.48): 8-Bit Ryan is considered the strongest Mortal in the game, contradicting the no pay-to-win promise. Players feel he is generic with only glowing eyes and not particularly interesting, yet he dominates matches.
- Super Horror Bro is ineffective (weight 0.48): Super Horror Bro's ultimate does nothing, and the character is rarely used. In matches, he often fails to wound or hit enemies, making him feel useless.
- Halloween update broke characters (weight 0.2): The Halloween update that added the reaper nurse broke the characters, likely causing balance issues. This suggests a major patch introduced unintended problems.
- Ryan lacks voice lines (weight 0.2): Ryan could have more voice lines instead of just grunts, laughs, and a single death line. This makes the character feel underdeveloped and less engaging.
- Dawko's voice is too low (weight 0.18): Dawko's voice is too low, which may affect player experience and character personality. This is a minor but notable audio issue.
- DLC existence is cringe (weight 0.17): The existence of such a DLC is considered cringe by some players, likely referring to the character pack. This is a subjective criticism of the game's content.
- FNAF is not as good as before (weight 0.17): Players feel that FNAF is not as good as it used to be, possibly referring to the franchise or the game's current state. This is a general sentiment of decline.
- Murder monkey sound on death (weight 0.16): Characters make a murder monkey sound on death, which is an odd and possibly humorous audio quirk. This is a minor detail that players noticed.

Gameplay feedback:
- DLC adds FNAF YouTubers (weight 0.73): Multiple clusters indicate the DLC introduces playable characters based on FNAF YouTubers like 8-BitRyan, Dawko, and SuperHorrorBro. These characters are described as mortals with quality models and cool abilities.
- DLC includes three characters (weight 0.47): The DLC adds three mortal characters, including Dread Ducky Mortal, and is noted as the smallest DLC currently. This suggests a compact but content-rich expansion.
- Dawko is hybrid class (weight 0.2): Dawko is described as a mix of all four classes, making him a versatile playable character. This unique trait likely appeals to players seeking flexibility.
- Game features horror elements (weight 0.18): The game is identified as a horror game, which sets the tone for its gameplay and character design. This genre classification is fundamental to player expectations.
- Game includes healing mechanic (weight 0.18): A healing mechanic is present, adding a strategic layer to gameplay. This feature may influence character choices and combat tactics.
- Roster has varied strengths (weight 0.18): The game features a roster of characters with different strengths, encouraging players to experiment with different playstyles. This diversity enhances replayability.

Performance notes:
- Lag during matches (weight 0.2): Players report experiencing lag during matches, which can disrupt gameplay and reduce overall satisfaction. This issue appears to be a common concern among reviewers.

Recommendations:
- DLC is essential purchase (weight 0.62): Multiple reviewers strongly recommend buying the DLC, describing it as a must-have and advising everyone to get it. This indicates high satisfaction and perceived value.
- Try YouTuber characters (weight 0.34): Reviewers suggest trying matches with Dawko and 8-Bit Ryan, and choosing the YouTuber that suits your playstyle. This highlights the appeal of the YouTuber-themed content.
- DLC offers easy wins (weight 0.2): One reviewer notes that buying the DLC can lead to free wins and allows role-playing as an idiot, suggesting the content may be overpowered or humorous. This could be a selling point for some players.
- Dawko may get nerfed (weight 0.18): A reviewer warns against buying the DLC solely for Dawko, as he will likely receive a nerf in future updates. This is a caution for players considering the purchase for that specific character.

Other player notes:
- DLC is worth its price (weight 0.48): Reviewers find the DLC reasonably priced, especially when purchased at a discount, and consider it good value for money. It is also seen as cheap compared to other horror games like Monstrum and Silent Hill.
- DLC encourages early purchase (weight 0.2): The DLC motivated at least one reviewer to buy the game sooner than planned, indicating that the DLC serves as an effective incentive for early adoption.
- DLC offers skin benefits (weight 0.2): The DLC provides skins as a purchase benefit, which is a key selling point for players who enjoy cosmetic customization.
- Developer promised no pay-to-win (weight 0.2): The developer stated that the game would not be pay-to-win with DLCs, which is a reassurance to players concerned about fairness.
- 8-Bit Ryan should kill speed-types (weight 0.18): A reviewer suggests enhancing 8-Bit Ryan to be able to kill speed-type monsters, implying a gameplay balance issue or desired feature.
- Halloween update added reaper nurse (weight 0.18): The Halloween update introduced a reaper nurse character, which is a notable content addition that reviewers mention.
- 8-Bit Ryan can be killed (weight 0.17): A reviewer notes that the character 8-Bit Ryan is killable, which may be a gameplay feature or a bug. This feedback suggests players are paying attention to character interactions.
- Character resembles Michael Afton (weight 0.17): One reviewer observes that a character in the game resembles Michael Afton from FNAF with a skin, indicating a possible design inspiration or similarity that fans might notice.
- No free mortal ever given (weight 0.17): A reviewer points out that no free mortal has been given in the game's history, possibly referring to a lack of free content or rewards.
- Support the creators (weight 0.17): A reviewer encourages supporting the creators, likely in the context of purchasing DLC to help the developers.
- Comparison to Dark Deception (weight 0.17): A reviewer compares the game to Dark Deception, suggesting similarities in gameplay or style that might appeal to fans of that title.
- Criticism of price complainers (weight 0.17): A reviewer criticizes people who think the DLC is expensive, defending the pricing as fair.
- Comparison to old ClockTower (weight 0.17): The game is compared to old ClockTower games, suggesting a nostalgic or classic horror influence.
- Willing to become mortal (weight 0.16): A reviewer expresses willingness to become a mortal if the developer wanted smaller creators, indicating a playful or supportive attitude towards the game's lore.
- Fear of backlash for judging (weight 0.16): A reviewer expresses concern about being attacked for judging the characters, reflecting a sensitive community environment.

Emotions:
- Approval (weight 0.14): Players approve of the DLC because it adds popular YouTubers as playable characters, which is seen as cool and a good value. The three new characters are considered amazing and worth the money, especially since they are the first free mortal characters added to the game.
- Excitement (weight 0.12): The DLC generates excitement because it allows players to play as their favorite YouTubers, including top-five picks. Dawko's fast speed, team-rush ultimate, and healing abilities, along with Ryan being a favorite and potentially the strongest character, contribute to this positive anticipation.
- Satisfaction (weight 0.1): Players feel satisfied with the DLC because it is considered great with good characters, particularly Dawko as a main character. The DLC is liked because it gives normal people a chance to fight back, adding a sense of fairness and enjoyment.
- Love (weight 0.1): The reviewer loves the UK Creators DLC, especially playing as the three YouTuber characters they watch. 8-Bit Ryan being overpowered adds to the appeal, making the DLC a favorite experience.
- Frustration (weight 0.1): Frustration stems from 8-Bit Ryan being broken and unchanged, contradicting the no pay-to-win promise. The Halloween update breaking abilities and repeated losses to 8-BitRyan players further fuel this negative emotion.
- Amusement (weight 0.07): Players find it hilarious that Dawko, a YouTuber, is a playable character in a horror game. His funny nature, ability to cheese opponents, and the unusual mechanic of healing people with a knife provide comedic value.
- Disappointment (weight 0.07): Disappointment arises from Ryan lacking voice lines, having only grunts and a single death line. The imbalance where Dawko is overpowered, SHB is unused, and Ryan is useless, along with the FNAF franchise's decline, contributes to this feeling.
- Enjoyment (weight 0.05): Playing as favorite content creators is fun, and the game itself is enjoyable, especially with 8-Bit Ryan being a good character. This combination leads to a positive and entertaining experience.
- Disapproval (weight 0.05): Disapproval is expressed because the existence of such a DLC is considered cringe. Additionally, 8BitRyan is seen as generic with only glowing eyes, lacking distinctive design.
- Annoyance (weight 0.05): Annoyance is caused by Dawko being humiliated in some way and his voice being too low, which detracts from the character's presentation and gameplay experience.
- Dislike (weight 0.02): The reviewer expresses a strong dislike for players who main 8-Bit Ryan, likely due to the character's overpowered nature and the frustration it causes in matches.
- Surprise (weight 0.02): Surprise is felt because skins were given for free instead of requiring grinding, which is an unexpected and welcome change from the usual monetization or progression systems.
- Gratitude (weight 0.02): Gratitude is expressed because the game and Dark Deception are liked, suggesting appreciation for the content and experiences provided by these titles.
- Enthusiasm (weight 0.02): Enthusiasm is generated because the DLC is cool and the characters are overpowered, making for an exciting and powerful gameplay experience.
- Concern (weight 0.02): Concern arises from the reviewer fearing backlash or attacks for fairly judging the characters, indicating a worry about community reactions to honest opinions.
- Happiness (weight 0.02): Happiness is derived from the DLC allowing players to play as famous YouTubers, fulfilling a desire to engage with beloved content creators in the game.
- Uncertainty (weight 0.02): Uncertainty is felt because SuperHorrorBro didn't wound or hit the enemy during a match, raising questions about the character's effectiveness or the player's performance.}