Nexomon: Extinction Reviews

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7 / 10.0
Sep 7, 2020

An interesting title to spend some time in for the right price, Nexomon: Extinction will be something the Pokémon hardcore will want to check out, while everyone else might just want to find a Game Boy and their copy of Blue version.

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7 / 10 stars
Sep 3, 2020

Nexomon: Extinction adds a healthy, welcome dose of RPG style to its story, but can't, or won't, step out from the shadows of its inspirations.

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7.3 / 10.0
Sep 2, 2020

So overall, while Nexomon: Extinction may not be perfect, it’s still one of the better experiences that I’ve had in a while when it comes to the monsters or creature capturing style. With well done retro inspired visuals from the GBA era of RPGs, over the top and hilarious dialog and a solid base for combat, there’s plenty to love and with the price tag attached to it? If you love the style it would be ridiculous to pass up on it.

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9.5 / 10.0
Sep 2, 2020

Nexomon: Extinction is an essential RPG, a breeze of fresh air in the genre with a great story and a decent endgame.

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No Recommendation / Blank
Sep 1, 2020

Is Nexomon the next new monster battling hit, or does it wear its inspiration too proudly on its belt of six critters…?

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Sep 1, 2020

My lack of experience with the Pokemon series’ modern releases makes me unqualified to claim that Nexomon: Extinction is superior to them, but its large cast of adorable goofballs and unexpectedly competent worldbuilding play to the strengths of the classic jRPG genre (which this monster-catching branch of gameplay is derived from) while largely avoiding its pitfalls. This may look like an amusing jaunt in a crazy world, but by the end, you realize that an unexpectedly epic journey has snuck up on you.

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5 / 10
Sep 1, 2020

With a sensible update or two, Nexomon: Extinction could evolve into a much more enticing experience. It's never going to have the charm of Pokémon, but it could yet be a decent alternative.

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7 / 10.0
Aug 31, 2020

In general, Nexomon Extinction is a novel Pokemon-like. Its story is quite enjoyable and packed with personality, humor, and even some twists about the state of the world. There are lots of cool monsters who are really appealing, with movesets you could really work with and build parties around. But it doesn't have everything you might expect from a game in this genre, since there's no multiplayer element. Also, it can feel quite tedious due to the rate of experience you earn and amount of money you (aren't) getting. Still, it's definitely worth a look, especially when you consider its price.

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8 / 10.0
Aug 28, 2020

While there have been a few stabs at taking on Game Freak and the Big N’s mega-franchise they’ve tended to be at the higher-dollar level with other big companies trying to jumpstart their own franchises-to-be with visions of dollar signs dancing in their heads...

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Aug 28, 2020

Let me start by saying, there are not nearly enough monster-catching games around, and it’s no real surprise with the likes of the Pokemon series, I guess it can be a little intimidating. That’s why I was so glad to hear about Nexomon: Extinction. But does it stand up against the best? Let’s see. Nexomon: Extinction is an adventure RPG game that almost mimics Pokemon exactly. The gameplay, battle system, creature types – it’s almost uncanny. But, there are areas that Nexomon takes and then excels on such as its storyline. It has some depth to it, you’re not just wanting to be the best tamer (Nexomons version of a trainer), this is a story of destruction.

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8 / 10.0
Aug 28, 2020

Takes the Pokémon's formula and presents a very enjoyable adventure, with a big variety of creatures and a touch of extra difficulty that many players will appreciate. If you like to capture monsters, this is your game.

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Aug 28, 2020

Pitched at a delightfully low price for what's on offer, Nexomon is, potentially, the start of an excellent franchise.

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Liked-a-lot
Aug 28, 2020

This game is far from just another Pokémon rip-off. Nexomon: Extinction improves on all the places that fans have been asking for. It’s a beautiful game with a dark yet humorous story. It also isn’t afraid to challenge players and seriously twist their conceptions of these types of games. If you’re craving a monster catching game or even just an RPG with a good story, then you cannot pass up the chance to play Nexomon: Extinction.

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3.5 / 5.0
Aug 28, 2020

While a lot of this review pokes fun at how much of an overlap there is between Nexomon: Extinction and Pokemon, it really isn't a bad game. Unfortunately, a lot of the changes made are for worse, not to mention the designs not being as pleasing, but it does fill a hole on other non-Nintendo devices. It would be nice if there were other things to help it stand out or one stand out feature, but instead, we have a heavily inspired RPG that struggles to find a voice.

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82 / 100
Aug 28, 2020

I think that Pokémon was on the throne for too long. Nexomon Extinction does a lot of great things and nearly catches the crown from Pokémon. The variety of monsters are great, the characters are diverse - perfect! Some technical hiccups and the world which isn't as vibrant as it seems hold it back just a bit too much.

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6 / 10
Aug 27, 2020

Nexomon: Extinction does enough to make it somewhat distinct, but the unique elements can also be its undoing. It mostly succeeds in being a more deliberate and challenging take on Pokémon, but that difficulty can oftentimes come across as exhausting and artificial. If you felt let down by Sword and Shield there may be aspects of Nexomon you really enjoy, but we can't help but feel that the slow pace of battles and lack of multiplayer features prevent it from being a true rival; it's really more like a cheap alternative, but one that's arguably worth a look if you're a hardcore fan of Game Freak's famous franchise.

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7 / 10.0
Aug 26, 2020

I wasn’t expecting a lot from Nexomon: Extinction, given its mobile origins and overall “pre-Gen III Pokémon clone” vibe, but it ended up being quite decent. Sure, it forces you to grind so much that it becomes a hassle pretty quickly, and it does feel way too derivative, but you can still have quite a bit of fun with it.

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8 / 10.0
Aug 24, 2020

Nexomon: Extinction ends up being a great monster-catching RPG thanks to its clever character writing and overall epic narrative. You’re on a quest to save the world, but how you get there is made entirely up to you. There’s some balance that needs to be addressed when it comes to the opening moments along with the game’s difficulty level, but the systems and adorable creatures make this a worthy entry in the genre.

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God is a Geek
Lyle Carr
Top Critic
8 / 10.0
Aug 23, 2020

Nexomon: Extinction is a fun monster collecting game, with great writing, that ultimately struggles to differentiate itself much from its peers

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8 / 10.0
Aug 22, 2020

...Nexomon: Extinction puts its best foot forward, delivering the most polished version of itself it can offer.

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