Digimon Story Time Stranger
RPG
Single-player
Steam Achievements
Full controller support
Steam Cloud
Family Sharing

The latest in the Digimon Story series is finally here! In this RPG, unravel a mystery that spans across the human world and the Digital World, collecting and raising a wide variety of Digimon to save the world.

Developers: Media.Vision Inc.
Publishers: Bandai Namco Entertainment Inc.
Release Date: Oct 2, 2025
Price (USD): $69.99
Current Players: 1.4k

Links:  Steam Store  SteamDB

Very Positive(94%)
visual improvements
engaging story
combat system
nostalgic appeal
Digimon variety
difficulty level
story progression
auto-battle
Digifarm
DLC content
story pacing
user interface
performance issues
monetization
repetitive dialogue
The game is generally well-received for its visuals, combat mechanics, and nostalgic appeal. However, players are critical of its story pacing and monetization tactics. The difficulty level and user interface also received varied feedback from the community.

Positive Points

  • Many players praised the game as a significant improvement over previous Digimon games, especially highlighting its improved graphics and the staggering variety of over 450 Digimon available for collection and evolution.
  • The game is commended for its engaging story, which includes interesting plot twists and themes involving time travel, making it feel fresh and different from other monster-collecting games.
  • The combat system, though turn-based, received positive feedback for its strategic depth and the ability to speed up battles, which is appreciated during grinding sessions.
  • The visual and audio presentation is frequently described as high quality, with particular emphasis on detailed Digimon models and their unique attack animations.
  • Many players value the nostalgic factor, noting that the game is filled with familiar Digimon characters while also introducing new ones, capturing what fans loved about the franchise.
  • Negative Points

  • Complaint about the game's story being seen as generic and occasionally uninspired, with repetitive dialogue and plot points that feel like filler.
  • The pacing of the game received some criticism, with certain sections of the game, especially towards the end, described as slow and filled with unnecessary backtracking.
  • Some players expressed frustration with the user interface, especially the digifarm and menu navigation, finding it tedious and not user-friendly.
  • A number of reviews highlighted issues with the in-game performance, particularly drops in frame rates in certain areas, and the presence of bugs that could impede progress.
  • DLC and monetization strategies are criticized, with some feeling certain grind elements are removed for paywalled DLC content.
  • Mixed Points

  • There are differing opinions on the difficulty of the game. Some players feel that the game is too easy, especially with features like auto-battle, while others appreciate these mechanics as they reduce grind time.
  • The game's approach to character progression and the locking of certain evolutions behind story progression was seen positively by some as a way to balance content but negatively by others eager to utilize stronger characters earlier.
  • Common Themes

  • A recurring theme is that the game serves as a significant improvement over past Digimon titles, making it a potentially appealing entry point for new players while also satisfying longtime fans.
  • There is consensus about the high replay value due to the extensive Digimon roster and the multiple potential paths for evolution, which encourage experimentation.
  • The story's elements of time travel and exploration of mythology within the Digimon universe were highlighted as a refreshing approach in comparison to similar games in the genre.
  • Despite some criticisms, the game effectively captures the essence of Digimon, providing fans with a much-anticipated high-quality rendition of their beloved series.
  • Updated 5/8/2026, 12:01:32 AM UTC