Summary
- Monsterpatch, a cozy monster-collecting RPG, exceeded funding goals quickly, unlocking a Nintendo Switch port.
- The game combines retro Pokemon aesthetics with Stardew Valley vibes and unique RPG features.
- As funding climbs to $242,000, Monsterpatch aims to unlock remaining stretch goals for an expanded player experience.
After smashing through its initial Kickstarter funding goal in just 16 minutes, Monsterpatch has now surpassed one of its stretch targets, unlocking a Nintendo Switch port of the game. Monsterpatch was previously set to launch exclusively for PC, and players can now look forward to the monster-collecting adventure on the Nintendo Switch.
Combining the familiar esthetics of the retro Pokemon game releases with the cozy vibes of Stardew Valley, Monsterpatch is a “love letter” to old-school games with unique features to draw in fans of RPG titles. Players must capture MoNs and use them to battle Archwizards of rival Houses while mastering their wizarding spellbook, recruiting Townsfolk, and uncovering the secrets of Monsterpatch.
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Within minutes of launching a Kickstarter campaign, Monsterpatch flew past its initial goal of $15,000 and began quickly climbing past a number of stretch goals. Included in the extended funding targets was a Nintendo Switch port of the monster-catching RPG, set at $200,000, which has now been unlocked. Several other key stretch goals have also been unlocked, including Shiny Variants for the MoN creatures, three secret Legendaries, and a Nuzlocke Mode. Fans of old-school RPG games have been voicing their enthusiasm for Monsterpatch, so it should come as no surprise that a supportive community has already come together to help the game expand to more platforms. Monsterpatch is now slated to release in December 2025 for PC and Switch.
Monsterpatch Kickstarter Funding Stretch Goals
- $30,000: Interior Decorating
- $55,000: Double Amount of MoNs (216)
- $70,000: Shiny Variants
- $85,000: Nuzlocke Mode
- $100,000: 3 Secret Legendaries
- $125,000: Player Customization x2
- $150,000: The MoN Museum
- $175,000: The Battle Tower
- $200,000: Nintendo Switch
- $250,000: Treasure System
- $275,000: The Game Corner
- Unknown: Mystery Unlock
Sitting at a total of $242,000 at the time of writing, there are currently three remaining stretch goals for Monsterpatch. These include a Treasure System at $250,000, The Game Corner at $275,000, and a Mystery Unlock at an unknown funding goal. The game is already set to receive a number of expansions with earlier stretch goal unlocks, offering a more robust experience for fans to look forward to. A number of indie games over the years have found their start with successful Kickstarter campaigns, including Hypnospace Outlaw, Psychonauts 2, and the upcoming sequel to The Sinking City, and players are keeping their fingers crossed that Monsterpatch will be a fresh addition to the RPG genre while scratching a nostalgic itch.
The almost instantaneous success of the Monsterpatch Kickstarter campaign has been hailed as a positive sign by fans who are looking forward to a throwback monster-catching experience with more diverse role-playing mechanics. Interested players can stay tuned for more updates on Monsterpatch and its upcoming launch on PC and Nintendo Switch.