Ken McKown
ZTGDMonster Rancher 1 & 2 DX (Switch) Review – ZTGD
Published 3/8/2022
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PC / Switch - 12/9/2021
Monster Rancher 1 & 2 DX
Welcome to the magical world of Monster Rancher! The beloved series makes its triumphant return with Monster Rancher 1 & 2 DX, bringing together the wildly popular simulation games – Monster Rancher and Monster Rancher 2 – all in one amazing collection. Raise your own monsters and train them to compete against other eccentric creatures in combat and tournaments. With hundreds of different monster types, each with their own skills and abilities, every Rancher will be able to raise and train a monster that's a perfect fit for their personality and play style. Returning fans and newcomers alike can enjoy the timeless monster training and battling experience in Monster Rancher 1 & 2 DX!
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- Koei Tecmo Games
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The critic average is 70 across 18 scored reviews, with a 40-point spread. Critics are far apart on this one.
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Most scored reviews currently sit in the Below 70 band.
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90–1002 reviews · 11%
80–893 reviews · 17%
70–795 reviews · 28%
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Tom Bond
GBAtempMonster Rancher 1 & 2 DX (Computer)
Published 12/29/2021
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Read originalSpencer Legacy
MonsterVineMonster Rancher 1&2 DX Review – Suezo Rules!
Published 12/23/2021
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Read originalStephan Adamus
COGconnectedMonster Rancher 1 & 2 DX Review – No Need To Dust Off Those CDs
Published 12/14/2021
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Read originalAlana Dunitz
GameGrinMonster Rancher 1 & 2 DX Review
Published 12/13/2021
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Read originalAaron Price
WayTooManyGamesReview - Monster Rancher 1 + 2 DX
Published 12/11/2021
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Read originalDavid McNamara
Checkpoint GamingMonster Rancher 1 & 2 DX Review – Classically monstrous parenting
Published 12/9/2021
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Read originalJordan Rudek
Nintendo World ReportMonster Rancher 1 & 2 DX (Switch) Review
Published 12/8/2021
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Read originalKyle Johnson
Niche GamerMonster Rancher 1 & 2 DX Review - Niche GamerMonster Rancher 1 & 2 DX Review - Niche Gamer
Published 12/8/2021
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90
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Read originalWilliam Worrall
TechRaptorMonster Rancher 1 & 2 DX Review
Published 12/8/2021
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