History YMMV / MondayNightCombat

* TheyWastedAPerfectlyGoodPlot: The CrapsaccharineWorld MNC is set in a world that's very interesting in a [[{{NightmareFuel}} horrifying, dystopian way]], and [[{{AllThereInTheManual}} character's bios]] allude to several events in in history and politics that would make for great stories, such as the Assassin wanting to escape the hyper-consumerist system. None of that is seen to any large degree in gameplay. It is [[{{JustifiedTrope}} justified]] since in-universe MNC is [[{{BreadAndCircuses}} meant to distract people from how bad things are]] [[{{FridgeBrilliance}} so they would try and speak of it as little as possible]], but it's still frustrating.

* AscendedMeme: When an Assassin respawns in Super MNC, GG Stacks will describe her as "Like a magic fart" or simply "magic fart!" This is based on a meme from back in Super MNC's very early stages during the closed alpha, where players would describe her new "Leap" ability (Which leaves a large cloud of smoke in the place she leaps away from) as "The Magic Fart." This is also prevalent in the "Magic Fart" Flair (Misc item).

* DifficultButAwesome: The Tank is extremely flexible, but his slow speed, slow health recovery, and the variety of skills required to master him are crazy.

* FanDisservice: [[http://www.youtube.com/watch?v=dPv4VXPqYgs As demonstrated.]]

* HateDumb - Even before launch MNC was being accused of being nothing but a clone of VideoGame/TeamFortress2.

* AndTheFandomRejoiced: The double whammy of the free Spunky Cola DLC as well as a PC release on Steam.

* RuinedForever: Initial reactions to Super Monday Night Combat from some fans.
** Though the large majority of fans see it as a clear improvement over the last game in most respects.

** The Steam version was accused of being [[RuinedForever RUINED FOREVER]] with the cross-promotion of [[VideoGame/TeamFortress2 "Hat Fortress 2"]].

** Assault's Fly skill in Super MNC, due to lack of reliable counters and the sheer reward it gives for too little risk.

* AscendedMeme: When an Assassin respawns in Super MNC, GG Stacks will describe her as "Like a magic fart" or simply "magic fart!" This is based on a meme from back in Super MNC's very early stages during the Invitational, where fans would describe her new "Leap" ability (Which leaves a large cloud of smoke in the place she leaps away from) as "The Magic Fart."

** Neutral bots in Super MNC.

* TheScrappy - Some players view Mickey with annoyance due to his limited number of lines and enthusiasm.* ScrappyMechanic - Juice's balance is widely debated between fans.

* DemonicSpiders: Gremlins: MechaMooks that are barely visible until they're almost close enough to attack, deal heavy damage against Pros(players), and receive minimal damage from turre''n''ts.

* HateDumb - Even before launch MNC was being accused of being nothing but a clone of TeamFortress2.
** The Steam version was accused of being [[RuinedForever RUINED FOREVER]] with the cross-promotion of [[TeamFortress2 "Hat Fortress 2"]].

* ScrappyMechanic - Juice's balance is widely debated between fans.

* CaptainErsatz: The ''[[TeamFortress2 TF2]]'' influence is undeniable, and comes through strongest in the class selection. The Assault combines elements of the Soldier and the Demoman, the Assassin is the Spy and splits the Scout's traits with the Sniper, who is also like... the Sniper. The Support is the Medic and the Engineer, and the Tank and the Gunner are both the Heavy, but with a touch of the Pyro and the Soldier, respectively.
** This is even lampshaded by the developers themselves on [[http://www.uberent.com/faq Uber's own site]].
--> '''Question:''' "Is Monday Night Combat just a clone of [insert popular AAA game title here]?"
--> '''Answer:''' "Monday Night Combat offers up a unique {{third person shooter}} experience [[XMeetsY with many different play styles interwoven]]. Granted, we have borrowed mechanics from many other things [[SarcasmMode such as walking, talking, war, guns, robots and even money]]."
** Oh dear, the cross-promotion with TeamFortress2! Folks that bought MNC on Steam the first week of its release got a few items for each game. [[http://www.youtube.com/watch?v=ELoBw9qTYZg Check 'em out!]]
** The MNC items in [=TF2=] [[http://wiki.teamfortress.com/wiki/Promotional_items#Monday_Night_Combat look nice too!]]
* CrowningMomentOfAwesome - The Highlight protags, generally. Except for "Better Things To Do".
** The Annihilator is made for this in Crossfire, clearing the field of rank-and-file bots while dealing about 75% damage to any enemy Jackbots and dealing enough damage to all the enemy players to potentially get a player some assist kills. It's less and less useful in regular and Super Sudden Death Blitz modes though, as bots become more and more resistant to all forms of damage.
* CrowningMomentOfFunny - the Assasin's grapples with her shuriken launcher, which all consist of slapping the target many times to make getting killed by it even more humiliating.
** The Support's Heal/Hurt taunt, where he flops around and recites an IceCreamKoan.
** The Spunky Cola DLC Trailer has a scene where a rapid series of cuts of each character with a can of the unfortuantely-named drink ends on a Iceman Bouncer holding a can, looking as confused as a robot can.
** The Assault realises the Assassin;s a chick sometimes after spawning, and then berates himself with "How did I miss that?"
* CrowningMusicOfAwesome - [[http://www.youtube.com/watch?v=fdVThYnVrpY The main theme.]]

* [[SkillGateCharacters Skill Gate Class]]: The Gunner. Wipes the floor with inexperienced players easily, but thoroughly outmatched against skilled players by default. Arguably the Assassin as well, but she remains effective at clearing bots and hitting hazards fast.
* * ScrappyMechanic - Juice's balance is widely debated between fans.

* FanDumb: Seen any time the balance of juice is debated, there's really no middle ground and both sides are [[{{Understatement}} adamant about their opinion.]]

** [[http://www.youtube.com/watch?v=6DkX4uWS1c8 CHICKEEEEEEY, CHICKEY CANTOOOOOR]]

* [[SkillGateCharacters Skill Gate Class]]: The Gunner. Wipes the floor with inexperienced players easily, but thoroughly outmatched against skilled players by default. Arguably the Assassin as well, but she remains effective at clearing bots and hitting hazards fast.

* SkillGateCharacter: The Gunner. Wipes the floor with inexperienced players easily, but thoroughly outmatched against skilled players by default. Arguably the Assassin as well, but she remains effective at clearing bots and hitting hazards fast.

** The Steam version was accused of being [[RuinedForever RUINED FOREVER]] with the cross-promotion of [[TeamFortress2 "Hat Fortress 2"]].