Are you thinking of buying Monark at launch? If you have any questions, feel free to drop a comment I will try to reply to as many questions as possible! & Please drop a quick like if you enjoyed it! Thank you for watching
@thomashoward54502 жыл бұрын
Pre-ordered as soon as it went live. Played the demo, and it was fucking awesome. It reminds me of the original Persona games in terms of atmosphere, albeit a lot more dark and creepy.
@wounduppenguin2 жыл бұрын
Great review! You kinda sold me! Seems like overall it's a good game so I really wanna check it out. I think the character designs are pretty nice. 👏🏾😁
@DavidCastJRPGs2 жыл бұрын
Thank you J-Cat I hope you enjoy it!
@FewNewReasonss2 жыл бұрын
I bought the collectors edition. I was really happy with the demo
@DavidCastJRPGs2 жыл бұрын
I did buy it as well! Im looking foward to having this sexy box on my shelf!
@animangaamvs20352 жыл бұрын
Ayyyyyyy I played the demo on PS5 and its sooooo goooood. The soundtrack, the aura of the game. Also really liked the unique battle system. Really gives SMT feels in the story and atmosphere
@RavenousSpectre2 жыл бұрын
As soon as I died in the demo I knew the casual mode wasn't gonna be casual lol I may give it a shot when it's dirt cheap and it's frames are fixed
@ruffethereal19042 жыл бұрын
A wise choice for most people. I'm buying this but I'm a hardcore, niche JRPG fan with money to spend. Have fun if you decide to give it a shot.
@user-gu5dv7vj8r2 жыл бұрын
Lmao Japanese devs don't ever fix the frames
@kugansivasakthy20912 жыл бұрын
I've preordered the game already (curious about the pricing about the digital version for PS4 since it's not the standard version) I just hope the gameplay and story hold up Anyway glad you got the chance to review the game 🙏
@massivive2 жыл бұрын
daaamn I had no idea this game was coming out so soon! good review, this game is really gonna have to compete with elden ring for my time over the next month or so, wasn't even aware that they were putting it on Steam
@thomashoward54502 жыл бұрын
Fun fact: the artist for this game is so-bin, who is also the illustrator for the Overlord light novel series.
@tigerx362 жыл бұрын
I'll be sure to get through the demo. Game still looks good on Switch.
@sikevillain2 жыл бұрын
I played and beat the Demo and I have to say Monark seems like a game that won't be for everybody but will be a fantastic title for those that enjoy these genre of games. I'll definitely buy this since I really liked what I played. 🔥
@DavidCastJRPGs2 жыл бұрын
Yup I agree! It is this type of game for sure!
@luvstagrind2 жыл бұрын
Will likely wait for sale for this one
@hartfantom2 жыл бұрын
I’ve been playing the Demo and DDAAAAMMNN it’s been amazing. Graphics are just alright and passable but everything else is on point. I hope you all give the demo a try, it’s not like it costs you anything.
@caos0242 жыл бұрын
Tried it a little ago. It was ok. Graphics and animation are dated. Combat was ok. Going to skip.
@DavidCastJRPGs2 жыл бұрын
The free demo is a good way to see if this is a game for you or not!
@FewNewReasonss2 жыл бұрын
@@caos024 Who gives a flying fuck if graphics are "out dated"
@HornPlayer022 жыл бұрын
I searched Monark in the eShop but can't find the demo 😕
@joniden22152 жыл бұрын
How is the framerate?
@shadowsquid13512 жыл бұрын
Great review! I loved what I played in the demo, very unique game in almost every aspect. The psychological/horror in a JRPG is a huge advantage for me.
@Afr0Punk2 жыл бұрын
I'm glad you gave a bit of a brief history on Lancarse, I really do hope that people give them chance. A lot of their RPGs are made very similarly to classic 90's Atlus titles. The Caligula Effect 2 is another great JRPG that people unfortunately sleep on. I'm really looking forward to playing my copy of Monark, that creepy atmosphere is the exact thing that resonated with me most about the demo.
@DavidCastJRPGs2 жыл бұрын
Caligula 2 is very good indeed!
@aaronduarte48792 жыл бұрын
I got caligula effect 2 on a whim of seeing the trailer. And the graphics did throw me off at first and i definitely can see why caligula effect 2 isn't for everyone but I kept playing and it's fun dude. The fighting mechanic is unique and I like trying to keep the enemies in the air for as long as possible because it's enjoyable. I just think some people see games like red dead redemption 2 or the last of us and then you get a game like monark and they say " this is terrible why cant they get it to look like those games" because not every studio has the money and resources to create a game that grand and graphically advance. This is coming from some of the original smt devs but this isn't smt. They branched off and are doing there own thing 👍 I got the limited edition for this and I can't wait!
@donnie17742 жыл бұрын
This looks great honestly. I played all the persona/smt games I wanted to play and now I’ve been frantically looking for a new turn based game, but everything failed at matching the same feel. This gives me smt vibes, getting it at launch. Haven’t decided which console tho Edit: just checked the release date, it comes out two days before I take a trip, so I think I’ll get the switch port to play it on the ride.
@ilovecokeslurpees2 жыл бұрын
Between this, Triangle Strategy, and Advance Wars Reboot, this is the year of Tactics based RPGs (plus it sounds like Final Fantasy Tactics remaster/remake has a chance to release by the end of the year).
@nr26762 жыл бұрын
Dont forgot about Front Mission 1 + 2 Remake
@LVMIEREGREMXRY2 жыл бұрын
I can't wait for the official release 😩
@Alsotroddy2 жыл бұрын
It’s crazy that the frame drops get worse in docked mode.
@DavidCastJRPGs2 жыл бұрын
Idk if it get worse or if it's just more noticeable.. Im the worst in terms of performance stuff
@Alsotroddy2 жыл бұрын
@@DavidCastJRPGs ah I gotcha
@CalebMorea2 жыл бұрын
Still haven’t preordered but plan to pick up day one
@angelyuekero2 жыл бұрын
I still have my doubts if I should buy this game >
@luvstagrind2 жыл бұрын
Personally if I have a "on the fence" feeling, I usually wait for a sale. I have a backlog of games and feel I can wait for this to drop to $30
@caos0242 жыл бұрын
@@luvstagrind yup
@DavidCastJRPGs2 жыл бұрын
I suggest trying the demo! I personally didn't think it was very repetitive since there is a lot of variety in terms of combat and puzzles! But in terms of how the game is structured; yeah there is definitely some similarities from a chapter to another
@angelyuekero2 жыл бұрын
@@DavidCastJRPGs Thanks, I'll try the demo then, I have been distracted with Pokemon Legends Arceus but I'm almost done with it XD
@angelyuekero2 жыл бұрын
@@luvstagrind Humm, that's a possibility, but who knows if it will drop it's price, not everygame does that >
@erukizan2 жыл бұрын
this looks kinda cool, might pickup when it gets a sale
@kurosaki9822 жыл бұрын
Love your review David. Keep the great content cooming!!
@DavidCastJRPGs2 жыл бұрын
Thank you for your support!
@jasonrdrhutchinson53472 жыл бұрын
I play the demo of this game so far am interested in this game.
@theflashhobbyist2 жыл бұрын
This video sold me on it. Thank you! Gotta wait to finish another game though (it's the only way to keep the queue under control).
@H2DK2 жыл бұрын
It looks good to me. I'm interested. I will likely pick it up next week.
@DavidCastJRPGs2 жыл бұрын
Hope you enjoy it!
@srg246012 жыл бұрын
I was on the fence about this one but it looks super cool and stylish. The only issue is the switch frame rates. On SMT V it was jarring to enter a cutscene then partway through the details suddenly load in. How does Monark handle the cutscenes on switch? Also how do encounters happen are they visible on the map or random
@professionalkek89372 жыл бұрын
Thanks for making this review! This helped me decide to buy the game or not! Probably going to wait for a discount though. If Steam doesn't give me a crazy discount like with some other games, then I'll settle for a smaller one. 60 bucks is a bit much for me, especially compared to other games with the same price tag. Other than that, I can see myself having a lot of fun with the battles! Unrelated to the video but your accent kind of tells me you may live in Germany. Is that true or am I just imagining things? Honestly, I like it, it adds a little bit more charm and character to your videos
@demicrow2 жыл бұрын
I'm definitely picking up Monark at launch, ur review sold me on the game.👍
@DavidCastJRPGs2 жыл бұрын
Thanks my man! 🔥
@visceral_flex42132 жыл бұрын
This is an interesting review. Its a lot different than others I have seen on youtube. You must have had a really different experience than many other reviewers. Glad you seemed to enjoy the game.
@DavidCastJRPGs2 жыл бұрын
Thank you for watching! I do have the same impressions! Most people were mixed on it from what I could see. I really enjoyed my 40 hours of gameplay with Monark even with it's clear issues
@nr26762 жыл бұрын
Why Kurama reminds me a Hazama from SMT If ?
@farouktalbi8632 жыл бұрын
I'm glad Monark didn't get the same treatment as Caligula Effect 2 (Being a PC Gamer and all and that we still don't have a PC Port)...meaning I'll play it but NIS made a bad choice by releasing Monark in the same month as one of if not the most anticipated game (JRPG) of 2022...YES ! I'm talking about Elden Rings. Hopefully it won't impact the sales. I'll buy it when released but I won't play it until I play Elden Rings (As many might do) Great video David, can't wait for Xenoblade Chronicles 3
@edgarchan47012 жыл бұрын
The game looks interesting, but I must say I'm not into tactics games, I'm gonna try the demo and see if I dare to buy the game
@DavidCastJRPGs2 жыл бұрын
Definitely try out the demo! It's very different from your typical strategy / tactical rpgs!
@JamesBantz2 жыл бұрын
I’ve heard the base ps4 version is also rough performance wise.
@jikifreak2 жыл бұрын
The collector‘s edition from NIS is fantastic.
@vandalg2828 ай бұрын
The real ending grind gets annoying if you don't choose the right order of teammates to save. Using souls to both level up and buy items was an oversight and added more unnecessary grind. The battle system is fun with some characters, and a total waste with others. It's also overly drawn out when fighting on a medium sized level stage. Loved the character design (what little there was) when in battle, great look with the crown. Very nice plot, even better ending. 6/10. Above average, slightly, but too much of a slog.
@louish50682 жыл бұрын
Before watching the review, i just wanna say I played the demo and loved it and preordered (i never preorder titles for series im not a dedicated fan of). Story is intriguing enough so far but my favourite elements are the combat, music, the light puzzle element (so far) and the horror-esque aspect.
@louish50682 жыл бұрын
Definitely looking forward to having a new game to play after i was a bit disappointed with pokemon legends
@ruffethereal19042 жыл бұрын
I'm going to buy this game on launch because I'm really into the characters, the vibe, and the art style. It's going to be a VERY hard sell, a "recommend with severe caveats" sort of deal, and one I'd encourage people to get on sale. It may not reinvent the wheel, it has problems with performance and being an A/AA game made during a pandemic, and may just be average to most people, but I've got the sense I'm really going to love this game.
@MarianHevein2 жыл бұрын
Let's goooo!!!
@akamegaming49212 жыл бұрын
Hey David are u going to review triangle strategy?
@thedurrancefamily3579 Жыл бұрын
I like the demo alot so 35 bucks shouldn't be bad from someone who owns smt devil summoner and many collectors boxes lunchboxes dolls etc. Looks really good to me? Hope you like?
@SlayerMasterPWI2 жыл бұрын
So, I had my pre-order in...but then I realized Gran Turismo 7 comes out shortly after on March 4th. For me GT7 is more important than another RPG at the moment. 😅
@MadaoAU2 жыл бұрын
How is this game performing on switch ? I don’t like to judge games from demos on switch
@MrTacticalApproach2 жыл бұрын
Should I get this or the upcoming Atelier Sophie 2?
@DavidCastJRPGs2 жыл бұрын
They are very very very different! Maybe check out some reviews as well for Sophie 2 to make the good decision!
@Moggleberries2 жыл бұрын
I’ve been excited for this once since I heard of it but the hype seems so minimal.
@caos0242 жыл бұрын
Played the demo, it was ok. Was waiting on reviews to help me decide bc the demo didn't sell me on it. Now after watching reviews, definitely going to skip.
@sergiosalazar87022 жыл бұрын
W
@MarkerInTheSand2 жыл бұрын
RPG cliches aren't present?!
@PhoenixDecim2 жыл бұрын
Bang bang bang
@mateusgus2 жыл бұрын
ps4 too
@alexey635able2 жыл бұрын
I don’t really like a grind games (unless it’s a monster hunter) so probably pass from me on this one.