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Gather your monster squad and fight in Monster Battles! Dive into this inventory management auto-battler. Collect, combine, and strategize with your monsters. The same-race monsters get powerful buffs, and monsters can fuse and evolve. Discover endless possibilities and build your ultimate squad!
Monster Battles is a roguelike deckbuilder, auto battler and turn-based tactics game
developed by Fourteen
and published by Gamersky Games.
Released on May 15th 2025 is available on Windows, Steam Deck and Steam Machine
in 12 languages: Simplified Chinese, English, French, German, Spanish - Spain, Russian, Japanese, Polish, Traditional Chinese, Portuguese - Portugal, Korean and Turkish.
It has received 462 reviews of which 342 were positive and 120 were negative resulting in a rating of 7.0 out of 10. 😊
The game is currently priced at 14.79€ on Steam, but you can find it for 2.86€ on Eneba.
The Steam community has classified Monster Battles into these genres:
Roguelike Deckbuilder
Auto Battler
Turn-Based Tactics
Inventory Management
Strategy
Roguelike
PvP
Cute
Hand-drawn
Indie
Asynchronous Multiplayer
Turn-Based Strategy
2D
Singleplayer
Roguelite
Here is the detailed breakdown of supported languages for Monster Battles:
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| Portuguese - Portugal | |||
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| Turkish |
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Windows
- OS: Windows 10
- Processor: Dual Core 2 GHz
- Memory: 2 GB RAM
- Graphics: GTX 1060 3G
- Storage: 500 MB available space
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Monster Battles from Fourteen, published by Gamersky Games, is one of those deceptively simple strategy titles that quietly reveals surprising depth the longer you spend with it. At a glance, it looks like a colorful, lightweight auto-battler, but beneath that approachable surface is a layered system that blends roguelike progression, unit synergy, and spatial inventory management into a tightly interwoven loop. Instead of relying on fast reflexes or direct control, the game asks you to think ahead, plan carefully, and accept that sometimes the outcome hinges as much on adaptability as it does on strategy. The defining mechanic is its inventory-based unit placement, which adds a puzzle-like dimension rarely seen in the genre. Monsters aren’t just recruited—they must be physically arranged within a limited grid, and how you position them directly impacts their effectiveness in battle. Some units benefit from adjacency, others require specific alignments to activate bonuses, and certain combinations unlock powerful synergies tied to race or class. This creates a constant push-and-pull between optimizing your layout and making room for new additions, turning what could have been a straightforward drafting system into something far more thoughtful. It’s not just about building a strong team—it’s about organizing it intelligently within constraints. The progression loop leans heavily into roguelike structure, with each run offering randomized shop options and opportunities to upgrade or evolve your roster. Combining duplicate monsters to create stronger versions introduces moments of satisfying escalation, especially when a carefully planned build finally comes together. However, the reliance on randomness is a double-edged sword. When the shop aligns with your intended strategy, the game feels rewarding and cleverly designed; when it doesn’t, it can feel like you’re improvising under less-than-ideal conditions. This unpredictability is part of the experience, but it also means that not every run feels equally fair or engaging. Combat itself is entirely automated, placing the emphasis squarely on preparation. Once a battle begins, the outcome is determined by the choices you’ve already made—unit composition, placement, and synergy. Watching your strategy unfold can be satisfying, especially when everything clicks into place, but it can also feel passive for players who prefer more direct involvement. The game tries to offset this by introducing asynchronous encounters against other players’ builds, which adds variety and a subtle competitive edge, even though the core experience remains largely single-player in structure. Visually, Monster Battles embraces a bright, stylized look with a roster of monsters that are more charming than intimidating. The art direction doesn’t aim for realism but instead focuses on clarity and personality, which works well given the game’s strategic focus. That said, the presentation isn’t without flaws. The interface, while functional, can feel a bit rough, and certain mechanics aren’t always explained as clearly as they could be. This can make the early hours slightly overwhelming, especially for players unfamiliar with similar systems, as much of the deeper strategy is learned through trial and error rather than guided onboarding. Balance is another area where the game shows some inconsistency. Certain builds or combinations can feel disproportionately powerful compared to others, which can limit experimentation once optimal strategies are discovered. At the same time, part of the fun lies in discovering those powerful setups, so the imbalance doesn’t completely undermine the experience—it just narrows the range of viable approaches over time. Combined with occasional technical quirks and uneven translation, these issues give the impression of a game with strong ideas that hasn’t been fully refined. Despite its shortcomings, Monster Battles remains an engaging and often addictive experience for players who enjoy strategic planning and system-driven gameplay. Its unique blend of inventory management and auto-battler mechanics gives it a distinct identity, and the constant tension between planning and randomness keeps runs feeling dynamic. It may not have the polish or balance of more established titles in the genre, but it compensates with creativity and a willingness to experiment with its core design. Rating: 7/10
Almost didn't buy the game based on reviews, but seeing as its my current favourite genre, i took a punt! Absolutely no idea why there are negative reviews as this is a splendidly crafted game with so much room for varied builds. Jumped straight to my favourite inventory management game! Well done devs, keep up the good work!
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Frequently Asked Questions
Monster Battles is currently priced at 14.79€ on Steam.
No, Monster Battles is currently not on sale. You can purchase it for 14.79€ on Steam.
Yes, Monster Battles received 342 positive votes out of a total of 462 achieving a rating of 7.02.
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Monster Battles was developed by Fourteen and published by Gamersky Games.
Yes, Monster Battles is playable and fully supported on Windows.
No, Monster Battles is not playable on MacOS.
No, Monster Battles is not playable on Linux.
Yes, Monster Battles is playable on Steam Deck, though it might require a few minor tweaks. Make sure to check the Steam store page and community feedback on ProtonDB for exact compatibility details.
Yes, Monster Battles is playable on Steam Machine, though it might require a few minor tweaks. Make sure to check the Steam store page and community feedback on ProtonDB for exact compatibility details.
No, Monster Battles does not support VR.
Monster Battles is a single-player game.
Yes, there are 4 DLCs available for Monster Battles. Explore additional content available for Monster Battles on Steam.
No, Monster Battles does not support mods via Steam Workshop.
No, Monster Battles does not support Steam Remote Play.
Yes, Monster Battles is enabled for Steam Family Sharing. This means you can share the game with authorized users from your Steam Library, allowing them to play it on their own accounts. For more details on how the feature works, you can read the original Steam Family Sharing announcement or visit the Steam Family Sharing user guide and FAQ page.
You can find solutions or submit a support ticket by visiting the Steam Support page for Monster Battles.
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Fourteen
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Gamersky Games
Release
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