Monster Tale

Developer: DreamRift

Publisher: Majesco

Mar 15, 2011

Visual

pixel
side scroll

Structure

ability gated
interconnected map
Semi-Linear

Features

companion combat
equipment
leveling

Themes

fantasy

Summary

Monster Tale is a Nintendo DS platformer and virtual pet game developed by DreamRift and published by Majesco in 2011. It was only released in North America. It follows the story of a young girl, named Ellie, and her adventures in Monster World with her monster companion, Chomp. Together they must stop the evil Kid-Kings and return Monster World to its rightful inhabitants, the monsters and also find a way for Ellie to return home.

Last updated August 08, 2026

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Nintendo
- DS

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