Monster City: A Monster College Story

Midplayz
Jun 30
2 min read

Updated: Jul 10

Imagine Being Into Monster Girls

So, picture this: you’re a young vampire with more emotional baggage than a discount airline, powers that don’t work quite right, and a one-way ticket to a monster-infested college town. Sounds like a mess? Well, Monster City: A Monster College Story takes that chaotic cocktail and turns it into a wild, sexy, and surprisingly heartfelt visual novel experience. If you liked Monster College, you’ll feel right at home here—just with more town to explore, more girls to charm, and a few extra secrets creeping in the shadows.

About This Game

Storyline

At its heart, this is Adam Thorne’s coming-of-(undead)-age tale. He’s not your typical vampire—his powers are quirky, his family is a nightmare, and his social life is about to get... complicated. The game weaves a fun mix of supernatural drama, awkward romance, and that "new kid in town" energy. Think of it like Buffy the Vampire Slayer had a fling with a dating sim and then handed the baby off to a gothic comedy writer. There’s plenty of charm, mystery, and "what the hell is happening?" moments to keep you hooked.

Gameplay Mechanics

It’s a visual novel, so expect lots of reading, decision-making, and choosing who to flirt with and how. The choices actually matter, which is always a win in my book. You’re not just clicking through dialogue—you’re shaping Adam’s fate, who he gets close to, and how deep the rabbit hole (or blood-filled coffin?) goes. There’s an optional sandbox element too, which lets you explore the town and break up the usual linear storytelling vibe. It’s not super complex, but it adds a nice touch of freedom.

Visuals & Audio

The art style is colorful and full of character, really selling the supernatural-meets-college-life aesthetic. Backgrounds are detailed, the girls each have a unique visual flair, and some of the outfits… well, let’s just say they know their audience. But—personal opinion incoming—some of the character faces do look a bit off. Like, uncanny-valley-gone-gothic. It's not a dealbreaker, but it might make you blink a couple times. On the audio side, the soundtrack fits well, shifting from playful to tense when needed, and the sound effects are definitely present and accounted for.

Pros

Genuinely funny writing with great banter and cheeky humor
Strong cast of girls, each with unique personalities and stories
Choices that actually matter and lead to different endings
Expanded world beyond the usual campus setting
Sexy, silly, and sometimes surprisingly emotional

Cons

Some character faces are... kinda creepy. Like, “don’t look too long” creepy
Occasional pacing dips depending on your story path

Conclusion

Monster City doesn’t reinvent the visual novel wheel, but it throws some sexy monster spice into the mix and delivers a story that's equal parts fun, freaky, and flirtatious. It’s a great follow-up to Monster College and a worthy entry for fans of supernatural romance with a humorous bite. Just don’t stare too hard at the faces—trust me.

Rating: 8/10

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