Monster Boy and the Cursed Kingdom

Monster Boy and the Cursed Kingdom

Game (2018)

A legendary game series returns with an all-new adventure! Monster Boy is a colourful side-scrolling action adventure created in cooperation with Ryuichi Nishizawa, the creator of the Wonder Boy Monster World series (Trademark of SEGA Corporation Japan). Monster Boy is being created to bring back the enjoyment of classic games that shine by simplicity. Pure, exciting gameplay; upbeat music and smooth graphics. You'll need to overcome huge bosses, find hidden passages, discover powerful equipment and use all your wits and skills to remove a powerful curse. Monster Boy can transform into 5 different creatures, each with their own skills and abilities. Take advantage of all the unique powers to open new paths and advance in an epic story. Monster Boy is a love letter to gaming from the 80's and 90's - will you join us and celebrate together with us?

Platform
Role-playing (RPG)
Adventure
Indie
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Ages 10+

The game features cartoon-like violence where players use weapons like swords, bombs, and fireballs against enemies, but without blood or gore. The story involves a drunk uncle character and features a scene in a tavern where characters raise beer-like mugs.

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Violence & Gore

The game features cartoon-like violence where players use weapons like swords, bombs, and fireballs against enemies, but without blood or gore.

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Alcohol, Drugs & Smoking

The story involves a drunk uncle character and features a scene in a tavern where characters raise beer-like mugs.

Frightening Scenes

The game features some challenging moments and boss battles, though overall it is accessible to younger gamers.

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The game features a standard good versus evil story without significant positive or negative messages.

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The main character Jin is a young boy who transforms into creatures to save people, acting as a good person despite fighting enemies.

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Families can discuss alcohol use in games and whether labeling the uncle as a bad guy is fair.

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