Platforms
- PCApr 26, 20238.6playscore8.514 Critics9.34.68K Players
- Xbox Series X|SMay 25, 2023NAplayscoreNA0 Critics8.2585 Players
- Xbox OneMay 25, 2023NAplayscoreNA0 Critics8.2585 Players
- Nintendo SwitchMay 25, 2023NAplayscoreNA0 CriticsNA0 Players
- AndroidJan 14, 2025NAplayscoreNA0 CriticsNA0 Players
- iOSOct 6, 2024NAplayscoreNA0 CriticsNA0 Players
19 critic reviews · 1 community reviews across all platforms
Critic Reviews
- Cassette Beasts is Pokémon for grown-ups. Or, at the very least, Pokémon for the ground-down. This is monster battling for jaded millennials, and let's face it – we'd all like to grab a pencil and wind back to the start every now and then.
Josh Wise · Jun 01, 2023 Reviewed on SwitchRead full review - Some (hopefully pre-launch-only) performance issues, wonky balance, and overly complex battle mechanics did little to affect how much we enjoyed Cassette Beasts. In fact, it’s one of the better monster-battling games not starring a little electric rodent that you can enjoy on your Nintendo Switch.
Lowell Bell · May 25, 2023 Reviewed on SwitchRead full review - Cassette Beasts is a fantastic Pokémon alternative. It’s a fun monster catching JRPG, with lots of memorable moments. Any fan of turn-based JRPGs, 2D Legend of Zelda-like adventure games, or collect-a-thons should give it a play.
Stephan Adamus · May 04, 2023 Reviewed on PCRead full review - Bytten Studio puts all of its creativity on display in Cassette Beasts. Not only does its sizeable roster of Monsters include some really fun and unique designs, but the thoughtful approach to combat and clever music element really set it apart from most Pokemon-likes. Although the characters weren’t as intriguing as I’d like in an RPG, just about everything else was enough to make up for it. Cassette Beasts is sure to be one of this year’s indie darlings.
Donovan Erskine · Apr 26, 2023 Reviewed on PCRead full review - With amazing combat, intriguing characters, and a killer setting, Cassette Beasts is a must-play title for anyone who loves JRPGS or monster-taming games. In fact, I’d tell anyone who enjoys open-world games to give it a try as well.
Brittany Alva · Apr 26, 2023 Reviewed on PCRead full review - Cassette Beasts is one of the best and most entertaining monster-collecting games outside of Pokémon. Not since Monster Tale on the DS have I had so much fun capturing monsters and this being a blend of a Pokémon formula with a more grounded, realistic slice-of-life anime puts enough of a twist on the formula to make it feel fresh. It plays like a dream and is a ton of fun even for those burned out on recent Pokémon games hurting the format.
Jeremy Peeples · Apr 26, 2023 Reviewed on PCRead full review - While it’s true it doesn’t do everything right, and I’m still a little annoyed by how open world it is and how vague the type of interactions can be, there’s so much to enjoy here. Throw in a lengthy playthrough and postgame content, and you have a game that’s well worth your money.
Josh Speer · Apr 26, 2023 Reviewed on PCRead full review - Overall, Cassette Beasts is charming, fun, and creative. Despite being a monster-collecting RPG inspired by Pokémon, it feels unique thanks to its aesthetic, design, and, most importantly, its heart. The development team has a clear passion, and the game drips with personality on every front. Cassette Beasts is a game I’d recommend to any Pokémon fan looking for a new take on monster-collecting games, as well as a game I’d suggest for anyone in the mood for a fun and breezy little RPG. It’s short, it’s sweet, and most importantly: it’s fun.
Des Miller · Apr 26, 2023 Reviewed on PCRead full review - Cassette Beasts tries a lot of new things and most of them are successful. The story is compelling, the characters are engaging, and the battle system is one of the best I’ve ever used. It doesn’t pull everything off, but I’d much rather play a game that takes risks, rather than one that rehashes the same old formula time and time again.
Ben Sledge · Apr 26, 2023 Reviewed on PCRead full review - Cassette Beasts was clearly made with love. It’s packed to the brim with places to explore, relationships to develop, and monsters to capture (er, record). The few issues are minor and hardly detract from the overall enjoyment. If you love monster collectors, retro RPGs, or just want to feel like a kid again, Cassette Beasts won’t disappoint you.
Tyler Mason · Apr 26, 2023 Reviewed on PCRead full review
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Community Reviews
- Rated on PC
About the game
Trailers & Screenshots:
Adventure. Battle. Transform.
Collect awesome monsters to use during turn-based battles in this open-world RPG. Combine any two monster forms using Cassette Beasts’ Fusion System to create unique and powerful new ones!
Welcome to New Wirral, a remote island inhabited by strange creatures you’ve only dreamed of, nightmares you hopefully haven’t, and a cast of brave folks who use cassette tapes to transform for battle. To find a way home you’ll need to explore every inch of the island, and record monsters to your trusty cassette tapes to gain their abilities!
Transform into monsters...using retro cassette tapes?!
Faced with the constant threat of monster attacks, the residents of Harbourtown, New Wirral choose to fight fire with fire. Record a monster to tape, then play it back to take on its form for battle!
Fuse monster forms!
Getting close to your companion has benefits–while transformed you can combine your strengths to gain the upper hand in battle! Any two monster forms can be fused to produce unique, fully-animated new fusion forms.
Explore a rich open world
Certain monster abilities can be used in human form. You’ll need these to help you get around, solve puzzles, and locate dungeons. Glide, fly, swim, climb, dash, or turn magnetic!
Travel alongside a diverse cast of human companions
Never fight alone! Form bonds, spend time together, and help your selected partner complete personal goals to become a better team. The strength of your relationship determines how well you’re able to fuse!
Master a deep battle system
Take advantage of elemental chemistry to apply extra buffs or debuffs alongside your attack, or even alter your opponent’s elemental type!
Developer: Bytten Studio