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Monster Train First Class

2021
GenresCards & Board Games, Turn-Based, RPG, Strategy, Single Player, Multiplayer
AvailableAug 19, 2021
PlatformNintendo Switch
DeveloperGambitious
Overview

Monster Train brings a new strategic layer to roguelike deckbuilding, with a tactical twist: defend not one, but three vertical battlegrounds simultaneously as you fight to protect the final pyre against the forces of heaven. No playthrough is ever the same, it’s a fresh challenge every time. You’ll never play the same deck twice! Hell has frozen over. Only you can protect the final burning pyre from the forces of heaven and restore the inferno. To take back hell, you’ll need to power up. Choose your route carefully, different locations yield different benefits. Upgrade your champion, gain Pact Shards and their benefits, recruit powerful units, upgrade cards, gain passive bonuses, or duplicate any card in your deck. Strategize to Fit Your Playstyle With six clans to choose from, each has its own unique and surprising gameplay. Pick your primary and supporting clan to gain access to all cards from both. During your run you will be able to improve cards by mixing and matching upgrades to open up new roads to victory. You can even duplicate your favorite card at special map nodes before facing off against the final boss. The Last Divinity If you have gained 100 or more Pact Shards when you defeat Seraph, a final battle unlocks and you can face – The Last Divinity! Hell Rush - Multiplayer In the Hell Rush multiplayer mode, eight players compete in a frantic real-time contest. Only a true speed demon can remain undefeated. You will never play the same deck twice!

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9 reviews found

100

Switch Player

Nintendo Switch

Sep 30, 2021

Monster Train First Class earns its seat as one of the best card battlers on Nintendo Switch. Its complex mix of mechanics and systems are initially overwhelming, I’ll admit, yet seeing it all come together can be absolute bliss.


100

SwitchRPG

Jun 2, 2022

Summary and quote unavailable.


90

Nintendo Insider

Nintendo Switch

Sep 13, 2021

Monster Train: First Class is a hugely fun roguelike deck-builder whose ideas and mechanics remain satisfying and exciting whether you’re one hour in or thirty. This is one train ride you won’t want to miss.


85

Pure Nintendo

Nintendo Switch

Oct 1, 2021

Monster Train First Class combines a fun story with cool designs, challenging strategic gameplay and the excitement of unlocking and making the most of epic new features at a dream pace.


85

MGG Spain

Nintendo Switch

Aug 23, 2021

Summary and quote unavailable.


81

Nindie Spotlight

Aug 19, 2021

Summary and quote unavailable.


80

COGconnected

Nintendo Switch

Aug 20, 2021

I’ll be playing this one for a long time. After a dozen or so hours, I’m completely hooked. An impressive number of cards, enemies, items, and more to discover is going to keep me on this train, and the excellent visuals and music will help make the ride to hell… heavenly. It could use a patch or two, but Monster Train is a smash hit.


80

Rapid Reviews UK

Aug 20, 2021

Summary and quote unavailable.


70

Digitally Downloaded

Nintendo Switch

Sep 14, 2021

Summary and quote unavailable.

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