Mostroscopy – A Stylish Fighter With Missed Opportunities

 Disclamer This game was played on a PS5 Console

Mostroscopy delivers a visually striking fighting experience with smooth, fast-paced gameplay and a well-rounded character roster. Its art direction shines, particularly in the title screen and character selection, setting the stage for intense battles. While the controls are easy to adapt to, and it makes for a great couch gaming experience, some design choices prevent it from reaching its full potential.

Pros

• Incredible art style and character design, especially in the title screen and character selection.

• Fast-paced and fun fights keep the gameplay engaging.

• Well-rounded roster of characters, offering variety and strategic depth.

• Great for couch gaming with friends, making local play a highlight.

• Controls are intuitive and easy to pick up.

Cons

• No dedicated combo list; only available in challenge mode, making execution harder for casual players.

• Fighting animations feel off, lacking the fluidity needed for truly satisfying combat.

• Some characters don’t fit within the game's overall theme, feeling like an afterthought.

• Even at the hardest difficulty, fights remain too easy, reducing the challenge.

• The story mode is short, limiting overall gameplay depth.

• In challenge mode, the same song plays on repeat, which can feel monotonous.

Final Thoughts

Mostroscopy presents a visually compelling fighter with engaging combat mechanics, but it struggles with depth and polish. While the local multiplayer experience is strong, and its art direction stands out, the lack of a proper challenge, animation inconsistencies, and limited combo accessibility hold it back. It has the foundation for an exciting brawler, but refinement is needed to make it truly great.