
Coming up for names for that many monsters could be tough, especially when you want to avoid using any that sound like names from Pokémon. We’re really trying to make it accessible, but also complex enough for those who like exploring.” The name gameĬoromon has more than 120 creatures. You get a special item to solve puzzles that aren’t really required to progress any further. “Some of the puzzles are really rewarding. And some have people who are there to explain the mechanics,” van der Made said.

None of them are difficult, but they do require you to pay attention to your surroundings and break the gameplay loop of finding and fighting monsters. Other traps include trapdoors, and some of these combine to make for some nasty tests. Some of these dart traps have patterns you must watch for. This is all about timing, avoiding the darts as you make your way through that part of the maze. “There’s even an outer space aspect to it, you’ll find out from the story itself.” Puzzles and trapsĪs we explored a sandy dungeon, we encountered some dart traps.

I dig this, as one of my few gripes with Pokémon is starting every adventure at home and getting a goodbye from your mom. “They actually pay you to battle,” van der Made said. You get paid for your endeavors, and along the way, you encounter other employees who are there to help you. And while that’s an important aspect of Coromon as well, you’re also working for a big company. In games like Pokémon or Monster Rancher, you’re goal is to be the best trainer or collector you can be.
