Critter Quest: Collect, Battle, and Trade Creatures on a Virtual Handheld

8/21/2026, 10:34:17 PM

Release date: 6/25/2026

Tags: #rpg #auto-battler #collectathon #creature-collector #open-world #fantasy #automation #relaxing

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Reference prices

Japan

¥ 135 (JPY)

Steam JP

$0.99 (USD)

Steam Global

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Japan Price: ¥ 135
Global Price: $0.99
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Sale Status: Regular pricing
Price Checked At: 8/26/2026, 3:10:18 AM

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Key highlight

Critter Quest is a single-player RPG released June 25, 2026, blending classic monster-taming with auto-battling. Capture over 300 creatures, which become Steam Inventory items for trading.

Who this is for

Experience classic monster-taming RPG vibes on a virtual handheld! Critter Quest lets you collect, battle, and trade creatures as Steam items, supporting both active play and idle progression.

🖥️ Hardware Guide for Comfortable Play

Based on the game's recommended specs, showing a comfortable performance target and example parts (PassMark reference)

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CPU

Game's recommended spec

Intel i5 Quad Core 2nd Gen+

No PassMark data — please check the manufacturer's site

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GPU

Game's recommended spec

Radeon R9 290

Comfortable play target

10,581 pts(~130% above spec of 8,139 pts)

Parts near this range

RTX A100010,706 pts GeForce RTX 3050 6GB10,739 pts GeForce GTX 1650 SUPER10,195 pts

* Scores are reference values. Actual performance varies by in-game settings, resolution, and system environment.

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Details

Overview

Critter Quest invites players to relive the charm of classic handheld monster-taming RPGs, all within a unique, customizable virtual handheld interface. This adventure blends active exploration with background auto-battling, offering a flexible approach to becoming the ultimate Champion. The game emphasizes collection and progression, allowing players to capture a vast array of creatures and utilize Steam's inventory system for their collected companions.

Highlights

Deep Creature Collection: Discover and capture over 300 unique species, from common bugs to mythical dragons, each potentially becoming a real Steam item.
Hybrid Gameplay: Engage in active exploration or let your team auto-battle in the background, catering to different playstyles.
Steam Integration: Captured creatures are granted as Steam Inventory items, enabling storage in Steam Cloud and trading with friends.

Who It's For

This game is perfect for fans of creature collector RPGs, auto-battlers, and those who enjoy a relaxing, progression-focused experience. Players who appreciate the nostalgia of older handheld games and the convenience of Steam's trading features will find a lot to love here.

Game Info

Developed and published by BlackSails.com, Critter Quest is a single-player RPG that launched on June 25, 2026. It features full controller support, custom volume controls, and a keyboard-only option, ensuring accessibility for a wide range of players. The game is available in English.