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Monster Lab Simulator

77% positive · 552 Steam reviews · released Feb 13, 2026 · by Round 3 Studios

What it likely sold — estimate, stated as a range on purpose

Lifetime units: ~18.2k (P10–P90: 7.3k – 40.1k)

Gross revenue: ~$194k (P10–P90: $77.6k – $427k)

Estimate, method v1.0 — before Steam's ~30% share, refunds and VAT. The band approximates where about 8 in 10 comparable games land in published studies; some sit outside it. Our own hit rate goes on the accuracy ledger once measured. How we estimate

Estimates are statistical inferences from public data. They are not sourced from Valve or the developer and may deviate materially from actual results. Do not rely on them for investment or contractual decisions. As of Jul 7, 2026.

Player voice — measured shares of Steam thumbs, never a model

Content & longevity69% positive · 102 mentions
“I genuinely enjoy Monster Lab Simulator, even though its Early Access status is very noticeable. The core idea, combining monster breeding, market management, and combat, feels refreshingly different. It is not often that these systems are…”Recommended · Steam review · Feb 2026 · 1 h played · Report / request removal
Gameplay & mechanics75% positive · 56 mentions
“I hate giving a “Not Recommended” review, especially since I genuinely enjoyed the game at the start. But I can’t shake the feeling that I got tricked a little. This looked like a monster‑creation game where you’d also use those monsters…”Recommended · Steam review · Apr 2026 · 2 h played · Report / request removal
Performance & stability69% positive · 48 mentions
“Let's start by saying I recommend this game fully. There's a lot of enjoyment and frustration, so here's the stuff that stands out to me: Pros: - The core idea. It scratches that creation, collection, discovery, gambling kind of itch. -…”Recommended · Steam review · Feb 2026 · 36 h played · Report / request removal
Difficulty & balance72% positive · 43 mentions
“I hate giving a “Not Recommended” review, especially since I genuinely enjoyed the game at the start. But I can’t shake the feeling that I got tricked a little. This looked like a monster‑creation game where you’d also use those monsters…”Recommended · Steam review · Apr 2026 · 2 h played · Report / request removal
Controls & UI55% positive · 40 mentions
“I genuinely enjoy Monster Lab Simulator, even though its Early Access status is very noticeable. The core idea, combining monster breeding, market management, and combat, feels refreshingly different. It is not often that these systems are…”Recommended · Steam review · Feb 2026 · 1 h played · Report / request removal
Price & value52% positive · 31 mentions
“I only played one hour before I put the game down but I do think this game, with polish, more content, and changes, could be really fun and enjoyable and similar to the fun I have while playing that one TCG card game simulator. Right now…”Recommended · Steam review · Feb 2026 · 1 h played · Report / request removal
Visuals & audio68% positive · 25 mentions
“I genuinely enjoy Monster Lab Simulator, even though its Early Access status is very noticeable. The core idea, combining monster breeding, market management, and combat, feels refreshingly different. It is not often that these systems are…”Recommended · Steam review · Feb 2026 · 1 h played · Report / request removal
Story & writing67% positive · 12 mentions
“Hello everyone! I played the game for 10 hours and it was nice but very short, it desperately needs additional content. The Pro's: - Cute monsters - Good gameplay loop with breeding the monsters to get the highest rarity ones - I like that…”Recommended · Steam review · Aug 2026 · 11 h played · Report / request removal

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Buy to playEarly Access

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