Item: Monster Trainer: Runner 3D
Rating: 68
Author: Dinsun

Our Site Score

68/100

Monster Trainer Runner 3D is a lighthearted mashup of the 'runner' genre and creature collection. You run through a course, picking up food and items to evolve your monster, and then at the end of the track, your monster fights a rival. It’s very colorful and has that satisfying 'level up' loop that makes these games addictive.

The variety of monsters you can evolve into is the main draw here. It’s clearly aimed at a younger audience or casual players who want a low-stress game to pass the time. While the combat at the end of the levels is very basic (mostly just watching stats clash), the fun comes from trying to navigate the perfect path through the gates to get the strongest evolution possible.

Reviewed on: Fri Feb 27 2026

Dinsun Review

Dinsun here, and I'm losing my mind with these 'gate' runners. You go through the 'Add 10' gate, you pick up a generic monster, and then you watch a three-second animation of it bumping into another monster. It’s barely an interactive experience.

There is no 'training,' no 'strategy,' and certainly no 3D artistry worth noting. It’s a game designed to be played while your brain is completely shut off. The advertisements are constant, the levels are identical, and the assets feel like they were bought from a store for five bucks. It’s a waste of storage space. If this is the future of mobile gaming, count me out.

Overall Stats

Pros & Cons

Bright colors for infants

Insultingly simple
Ugly, generic assets
Constant ad interruptions

Technical Report

Performance: Runs fine, which is the bare minimum.

Accessibility:

Audience Fit

Buy if: You are a literal toddler.

Skip if: You have ever played a real video game.

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Reviewer Context

Reviewer: Dinsun
Hardware: iPhone 15 Pro
Playtime: 0.5 hours
Status: Uninstalled in disgust

The Game

Available on: iPhone, iPad, iPod

6443844165

Free4+★4.5 3023 reviews

Author : Negaxy., JSC

Pubish Date : Wed Oct 26 2022

Last Update Date : Wed May 08 2024

Support Languages : English, French, German, Japanese, Korean, Simplified Chinese, Spanish, Traditional Chinese

Genres :

Version 1.6Wed May 08 2024

- New challenges
- Bug fixes and improvements
What do you need to become the strongest monster trainer?
Catch Them All!
Rush forward to collect as much food for your monsters as possible. Help them evolve and become your strongest monster!
Battle and defeat all other trainers to earn badges and open the way to lands filled with powerful monsters.
Game Features:
Collect food for the monster
Catch Monster
Evolve the Monster
Build a Dream Team
Requires iOS 12.0 or later. Compatible with iPhone, iPad, and iPod touch.
What do you need to become the strongest monster trainer?
Catch Them All!
Rush forward to collect as much food for your monsters as possible. Help them evolve and become your strongest monster!
Battle and defeat all other trainers to earn badges and open the way to lands filled with powerful monsters.
Game Features:
Collect food for the monster
Catch Monster
Evolve the Monster
Build a Dream Team

Ratings & Reviews

4.5 out of 5 with 3023 Counts

★★★★★

Age Rating 4+

Run for glory in Monster Trainer Runner 3D! In this unique action-runner, you guide your monster through obstacle courses filled with gates that can either evolve or devolve your creature. Strategize your path to gain the most power before the final showdown. Collect rare monsters, unlock new skins, and prove your skills as a trainer in the battle arena at the end of every level.

Features

Dynamic monster evolution paths

Exciting end-of-level boss battles

Simple one-swipe controls

Dozens of monsters to collect and upgrade

Tips

Choosing the Best Evolution

Always aim for the green gates and avoid the red ones. If you see a choice between two elements, check the icon above the boss at the end of the track—picking the counter-element will make the final fight much easier.

Promotion Videos

Monster Trainer: Runner 3D Gameplay Walkthrough Video (iOS Android) - YouTube

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Gameplays

Run and Fight

Slide your finger left and right to move your monster during the running phase. During the battle phase, your monster will automatically fight, but you can tap the screen rapidly to boost its attack power.