Cassette Beasts

Turn-based creature fusion with retro vibes.

Cassette Beasts is a charming monster-collecting RPG by indie dev Bytten Studio (published by Raw Fury). Launched in April 2023, it flips the classic capturing mechanic—your character records creatures onto cassette tapes and transforms into them in combat. It’s a nostalgic, clever twist on a familiar formula.


Official Trailer:


Let’s Play: Monster Fusions in Action

Here’s a YouTube playlist capturing the full experience—monster recording, creative fusions, and exploration in action:

This immersive run-through gives a great feel for the fusion system and the quirky charm that makes the game special.


What Steam Players Are Saying

Cassette Beasts holds an Overwhelmingly Positive rating on Steam. Here are some standout player quotes:

“Fusion system is insane. I’ve played hours just to see what combos I can make.”
— gamingnerd78

“Scratches the Pokémon itch but with way more creativity.”
— beastmaster42

“A love letter to monster RPGs that also manages to innovate in ways the big franchises haven’t.”
— pixelwitch

These reflect player delight in the game’s innovation and heartfelt design.


What Makes It Stand Out

  • The fusion system: combine any two monsters into unique hybrids, each with custom looks and abilities.
  • Open-world exploration: roam New Wirral—solve puzzles, discover hidden creatures, and chat with quirky NPCs.
  • Retro-modern charm: pixel-art visuals meet modern design sensibilities and a killer synth-rock soundtrack.
  • Depth and polish: with 120 monsters and over 14,000 fusion combinations, the game is both expansive and well-balanced.

Final Thoughts

Cassette Beasts turns the monster-battler genre on its head with thoughtful mechanics, inventive design, and nostalgic flair. It’s perfect for players who loved Pokémon but crave something more original and emotionally resonant.

Available now on PC, Xbox (Game Pass), Nintendo Switch, and mobile platforms.

Cassette Beasts on Steam¹

Cassette Beasts

Collect awesome monsters to use during turn-based battles in this open-world RPG, now with online multiplayer mode. Combine any two monster forms using Cassette Beasts’ Fusion System to create unique and powerful new ones!

Released: Apr 26, 2023
Price: $7.99
Age Rating: 12+

Cassette Beasts

Developer: Bytten Studio | Publisher: Raw Fury
Genre: RPG / Monster Collecting / Fusion
Status: Released (2023)