Monster Hunter: World - Iceborne

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8.4

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  1. BlitZeR_95
    Mar 30, 2020
    9
    This expansion to Monster Hunter: World is probably one of the best expansion in gaming history. This expansion adds so much to the base game! This expansion can be considered as a sequel/entirely new game rather than an expansion. Everything this expansion adds to the game is a positive thing in my opinion, I see no negative side to this expansion. It adds in new combo to each weapon set,This expansion to Monster Hunter: World is probably one of the best expansion in gaming history. This expansion adds so much to the base game! This expansion can be considered as a sequel/entirely new game rather than an expansion. Everything this expansion adds to the game is a positive thing in my opinion, I see no negative side to this expansion. It adds in new combo to each weapon set, a new story, a new variety of armour set (most of the armour set looks AMAZING!), and of course MORE MONSTERS! I hope they continue to support this game.
    The only downside to the game is the matchmaking (SOS) which isn't so great but besides that, everything else is great.    … Expand
  2. SahilKChandio
    Sep 8, 2019
    10
    What the hell else do you want from a DLC? This is DLC is almost as big to be called a game on its own!!
  3. Acguydance
    Sep 7, 2019
    9
    This is more like a sequel than an expansion. The volume is just crazy, with A LOT of new monsters and gear waiting for you. Be prepare to spend another hundreds of hours into Iceborne.
    However please be warned that the game itself is quite difficult.
  4. Maruki
    Sep 6, 2019
    10
    I knew next to nothing of this franchise before World , Gameplay is addictive, combat is satisfying, graphics are well executed. I hope they make many more Monster Hunter games on console in the future.Iceborne is a clear 10/10 DLC for me.
  5. RLJ_APEXGAMING
    Sep 6, 2019
    10
    Monster hunter world has now finally evolved into its final form and it is glorious, there can be little to no negatives or cons to this expansion. A stellar example to all of gaming on how to treat your fans and produce deep rich incredible content, you are doing yourself a disservice by not playing monster hunter world iceborne.
  6. Danthereddevil
    Sep 6, 2019
    10
    Amazing game, a great add on to an already brilliant game

    Can't wait to get through it all so this is only a review on the part I have played through not the whole game
  7. Hirenkj
    Sep 10, 2019
    9
    I was waiting to play the game ever since it was announced and as the release day came closer. Capcom kept revealing more and more monsters and i was mind blown!
    This is how you make a game, this is how to treat DLC. I was so happy and bought a physical copy and gave my friend my old MHW so that he will get into this awesome game with me.
    The story is alright. But i think it is better    I was waiting to play the game ever since it was announced and as the release day came closer. Capcom kept revealing more and more monsters and i was mind blown!
    This is how you make a game, this is how to treat DLC. I was so happy and bought a physical copy and gave my friend my old MHW so that he will get into this awesome game with me.
    The story is alright. But i think it is better than the vanilla game.
    The Grind is awesome and addictive and wanted to keep me playing for more. I haven't finished the game yet but i can say i will be worth it.
    The new regions are amazing, New Monsters put up a great challenge. New weapons and Armor is so badass!    … Expand
  8. AceAscendus
    Sep 9, 2019
    10
    Amazing expansion! It adds everything the game needed, now it is a complete and proper MH experience. This is one of the best if not the best MH games, don't be deceived by people who are salty that it is not on a certain system ;)
  9. zdemigodx
    Sep 6, 2019
    10
    This is amazing, The rest of the industry should be ashamed with how good this expansion is. The amount of content, Capcom lives to the MH game by adding G rank again and Its better than ever, Going to love going through all the content iceborne offers.

    If you have world its a no brainer, if you don't... get world.
  10. Darkn3ssabid3s
    Sep 10, 2019
    10
    This is literally the best expansion to a game I've ever played! Intense hard fought battles against some of the best monsters in the franchise!!! This is an easy 10/10
  11. Leonhait
    Sep 6, 2019
    10
    This expansion makes every DLC of any other game feel ashamed. The added content is massive and without exaggerating doubles the original game content. It is a must for everyone who loved the base game and is looking for challenge, new monsters, sick designs and a story that even if not the main focus of a MH game has some nice twists.
  12. Hansony
    Sep 8, 2019
    10
    Capcom really put their heart and soul into this massive expansion. the monsters are even better than the base game's monsters already and I haven't even seen all of them yet. This is how an expansion should be treated, with fan service and dedication to their game. And they nailed it.
  13. Monuminides
    Sep 6, 2019
    10
    Continuando con la calidad que nos mostró MHW vanilla, Iceborne ha logrado incluso superarse más incluyendo nuevas mecánicas y mejoras que van desde sutiles cambios que afectan la interfaz del juego, hasta mejoras en la distribución física de las zonas útiles para la gestión y progreso del personaje.
    Hay mucho más que decir sobre este gran juego pero eso lo haré cuando lo termine, por lo    Continuando con la calidad que nos mostró MHW vanilla, Iceborne ha logrado incluso superarse más incluyendo nuevas mecánicas y mejoras que van desde sutiles cambios que afectan la interfaz del juego, hasta mejoras en la distribución física de las zonas útiles para la gestión y progreso del personaje.
    Hay mucho más que decir sobre este gran juego pero eso lo haré cuando lo termine, por lo pronto un merecido 10 para alabar a capcom y su rechazo a las cajas de loot.    … Expand
  14. CAMLREVIEWS
    Sep 6, 2019
    10
    This review contains spoilers, click expand to view. Iceborne is just an amazing expansion.
    Es monster hunter wolrd pero más y mejor, Capcom ha llevado está franquicia a su pico de calidad.    … Expand
  15. SuperSayem27
    Sep 6, 2019
    10
    Best DLC ever!!!
    Monster Hunter developpers really cares for the community.
  16. Magazinegames
    Sep 8, 2019
    10
    Jogo lindo performance e grafiamente , um maravilhoso jogo para se divertir e passar horas agradaveis, grande jogo.
  17. AkiTheConqueror
    Oct 8, 2019
    4
    The monster hunter is a fun game at it's core, but there are just so many bad features that just add up to me being more frustrated with the game rather than enjoying it. I'm afraid there is no going back for me after games like dark souls, sekiro, bloodborne. The hitboxes in Monster Hunter are a last century, who hasn't been hit by Diablo's or Nergigante's shoulder slam while standing onThe monster hunter is a fun game at it's core, but there are just so many bad features that just add up to me being more frustrated with the game rather than enjoying it. I'm afraid there is no going back for me after games like dark souls, sekiro, bloodborne. The hitboxes in Monster Hunter are a last century, who hasn't been hit by Diablo's or Nergigante's shoulder slam while standing on the other side of the monster? Or by random charge attack while standing behind one? Or have their charge blade clip right through the monster's tail without doing any damage at all?

    The typical fight is supposed to follow a routine more or less, where you fight the monster normally, monster eventually enrages, monster eventually tires out allowing you to deal a fair bit of damage. What really happens more often than not is monster just flees to another area right after the enrage is over, making you chase it through the map. Or some other monster drops in for a turf war making youi watch from sidelines, fun the first time, annoying when it happens for a 100th time. These are not the only examples of this, but basically the feeling that I generally get is that of being cheated.

    I've played through vanilla MH, it was OK. But I've made a mistake of buying the icebourne, you know how all the people rave about G-rank this G-rank that, and how the master rank (HM equivalent of G-Rank) is where the game is going to be at. Well it is not, it's just more of the same crap, except now it takes 3 times as long to kill everything.

    The expansion is overpriced, at 40€ it adds just a single new biome for a total of 6 (and a 2nd one, which is kind of a mix out of all existing biomes) and a couple of new monsters + reskins of the previous ones. Is it harder than the original, well technically no, but simply by virtue of taking three times as long people are bound to make a couple more mistakes during the fight.    … Expand
  18. LuckyAbsol
    Nov 15, 2019
    0
    An expansion that makes even the base game look small, plenty of old and new monsters to hunt. The added difficulty being a nice bonus for the hardcore fans with storytelling having improved too.
  19. ChseeFwal
    Sep 7, 2019
    3
    The server error 5038f-MW1 is killing my interest for this otherwise great game...
  20. Ishi123
    Oct 7, 2019
    1
    They really screwed MHW with this update. Half of the monsters in this DLC have unblockable and unavoidable instant kills because Capcom forgot what good game design is. This this DLC is trash and not worth the 40 bucks Capcom is asking for. If they do another DLC like this I hope they actually put some f**king effort into it. Also would be nice if the servers could stay online for moreThey really screwed MHW with this update. Half of the monsters in this DLC have unblockable and unavoidable instant kills because Capcom forgot what good game design is. This this DLC is trash and not worth the 40 bucks Capcom is asking for. If they do another DLC like this I hope they actually put some f**king effort into it. Also would be nice if the servers could stay online for more than 12 hours at a time.… Expand
  21. resh_aykut
    Sep 18, 2019
    9
    Monster Hunter World Iceborne genişletme paketi getirdiği yeni savaş mekanikleriyle ana oyuna ekstra bir keyif kattığı gibi ana hikayeyi de daha keyifli ve ilgi çekici bir hale getirmiş. Yaklaşık 150 saatlik deneyimden sonra şunu rahatlıkla söyleyebilirim ki bu genişletme paketi The Game Awards 2019 etkinliğinde bile bir ödül almalı. Yeni harita tasarımları, canavarlar, zırh setleri, silahMonster Hunter World Iceborne genişletme paketi getirdiği yeni savaş mekanikleriyle ana oyuna ekstra bir keyif kattığı gibi ana hikayeyi de daha keyifli ve ilgi çekici bir hale getirmiş. Yaklaşık 150 saatlik deneyimden sonra şunu rahatlıkla söyleyebilirim ki bu genişletme paketi The Game Awards 2019 etkinliğinde bile bir ödül almalı. Yeni harita tasarımları, canavarlar, zırh setleri, silah tasarımları , end game içerikleri ( Guiding Lands ) , build yapma çeşitliliği o kadar güzel ve detaylı tasarlanmış ki World'e verdiğiniz 500 1000 saat kadar süreyi iceborne a da rahatlıkla verebilirsiniz.Monster hunter world kadar yoğun içeriklere sahip bir ürün ortaya çıkmış Capcom çok daha ucuz bir fiyata. Satın alanların pişman olmayacağından eminim. Capcom yine ÜCRETSİZ olarak getiriceği Dlc'ler ile oyunu destekleyeceğini onayladı. Bu tarz altın değerindeki oyunları değerlendirin.… Expand
  22. OmeQuicksilver
    Oct 2, 2020
    1
    Iceborne manages to take the QoL changes that World made to the series, and render them completely moot. Combine that with a lack of a compelling story, poorly programmed monsters, mechanics that do not work and terrible balancing issues, and you're left with an expansion that's best left unplayed.
  23. shiftyman
    Feb 29, 2020
    1
    Absolute trash as expected, nothing more then a total reskin of the vanilla game, fits in perfectly with the greed trash of today’s gaming that goes hand in hand with the single digit iq gamers.
  24. cdrw
    Oct 14, 2019
    2
    Overpriced and overated. Sure its a decent game as mhw but cmon... $40? To much recycled content and make things harder by adding tons of hp on monster and insta kill attacks.. not fun at all. IF foi really want to play wait for a price drop and better online gameplay.
  25. Plushjavi
    Sep 6, 2019
    10
    Jolin que pasada de expansión eso si que es bueno,capcom esta que se sale últimamente
    Saca juegos de 10
  26. Trozky
    Sep 6, 2019
    10
    Para ser una expancion masiva es de lo mejor que e jugado, capcom se preocupo por otorgar una experiencia extra con variantes, correcciones y añadiduras en todos los aspectos, mounstros, jugabilidad, accesorios, historia etc. Más es contenido vía DLC quedo satisfecho y con la justificación en precio y calidad, gracias capcom recomiendo ampliamente
  27. AkaUzumaki
    Sep 9, 2019
    10
    Que bela aula de como fazer uma expansão 10/10, que vale a pena cada centavo.
  28. Lethkhar
    Sep 8, 2019
    10
    Monster Hunter World è stato per me un gioco stupendo perché era riuscito a regalarmi delle emozioni uniche sia in solitaria che con gli amici: mi ha fatto sentire davvero parte di quel mondo vivo e stupendo come non mai. Questa espansione riesce nell'arduo compito di prolungare e riproporre le emozioni del gioco base facendomi di nuovo perdere nell'incredibile mondo di gioco. Capolavoro.
  29. GustavoRubio
    Sep 10, 2019
    5
    Personalmente yo no me hypeo mucho y soy mas realista con las calificaciones que se otorgan a cada juego y esta expansion a mi forma de ver no es la gran cosa.
  30. tudurean
    Oct 4, 2019
    3
    Slab din toate punctele de vedere. Deasemenea grafica slaba, fara continut. Mediocru din toate punctele de vedere.
  31. Sinloth
    Sep 18, 2019
    10
    Sure, I'm probably biased... heck, I've spent over 800 hours on the base game before the expansion even came. But let me tell you, Monster Hunter World: Iceborne is one of the best expansions we have seen in years. Not only for the sheer volume of content added, not only for its customer friendly approach, but for the level of polish and inovation that was brought into this already massiveSure, I'm probably biased... heck, I've spent over 800 hours on the base game before the expansion even came. But let me tell you, Monster Hunter World: Iceborne is one of the best expansions we have seen in years. Not only for the sheer volume of content added, not only for its customer friendly approach, but for the level of polish and inovation that was brought into this already massive game.
    Clutch claw takes a little bit of getting used to but when you figure it out, it provides some of the most satisfying moments during the fights. Armors look better than they did in the base game and everything is simply bigger, better, more polished. This is the ultimate version of MHW and I bet it will be played and loved and enjoyed for many years to come.
    If you're a fan of previous entries, do not hesitate, this is clearly a 10/10 experience. If you're not particularly fond of the game loop these kinds of games offer, this is still the best one out there and if you ever feel like trying, you should give this one a go :)    … Expand
  32. DAvierence
    Nov 20, 2019
    9
    This review contains spoilers, click expand to view. I've been a massive fan of Monster Hunter since I first played monster hunter freedom on my psp. It's one of those games where you can pour in so many hours.To boil down the basics, you play as hutner who hunts monsters, gathers up resources and... that's really it tbh. It's by no means perfect, but despite this, I adore the series as it is.
    After spending lots of time on Monster hunter world iceborne, It's safe to say that this expansion pack adds more punch to an already brilliant game. In past games, there will be a re-release of sorts that adds additional content, such as the instance of monster hunter freedom 2 and monster hunter freedom unite. Both are the exact same game, but unite adds nore monsters and quests, alongside with balancing of sorts (e.g. Akantor bow being nerfed). With the advent of consoles, Games can easily have dlc without the hassle of buying the same game (for the most part). So what makes Iceborne special?

    Iceborne comes with a new location of Seliana and the hoarfrost reach. As the name implies, it is the 5th gen equivalent of the snowy moutains and the tundra of past games. With new locations also means new monsters, and the game doesn't disappoint. These includes new supecies and variants of past mosnters, returning fan favorates of the Tigerex and the Glavenus, as well as the new Velkana and Beotodus. Whilst it does kind of feel like world didn't have as much post release monsters, save for Deviljho, Kulve Taroth, Lunastra and the crossover monsters (Leshen and the behemoth), its adds in the new master rank quests that futher expands of the variety of armour and weapons you can create, some of which are as badass in appearance. All of the new monsters funcion different to each other, especially in differenation between the species and subspecies. Not only this, but the base monsters in world have new moves, and so do you. Now everyone can use the slinger with their weapon drawn, alongside with the clutch claw.

    Being an expansion, like all past games, also introduces significant changes, One of which is the revamping of armour skills, as well as adding new mechanics such as softening monster parts. This is when the cluch claw comes into play. You cling on the enemy, and depening what weapon you use, you get slinger ammo and/or weaken a monster's body part, meaning that you dish out more damage as you attack said part. This is a necessity, since monsters in master rank have higher health, meaning that quests will be longer, depending on your actions and your equipment.

    Many of the postives includes said additonal content, but in terms of MHW's gameplay comparison with the older games, it's streamlined to make gathering for resources easier, as well as preparing your equipment of optimal performace. Monsters are more animal like and would become tired after some time, similar to that of Monster hunter tri, making the game more immersive regarless if you are carrying a huge axe that can transform a sword. The addition of SOS does make co-op easier, allowing other hunters to help out if someone needs help. The later game content is vastly enjoyable, with the addtion of the guiding lands, which enables master rank augmentations, alongside a much more enjoyable final boss, who is much harder than the Xeno'jiva.

    There are some drawbacks. Some of the weapon designs are bone/iron infused, especailly with the brachydios dual blades and the glavenus greatsword and the longsword, even though it's design is based of the use of those weapons. As well as this, the said additon of SOS trivialises the gathering hub, as 4/5 times, no one is around the hub. Also, the Endgame does feel a bit grindy, but is not as bad as world's endgame with the desire to fight arch tempered monsters, as well as farming for jewels. Speaking of arch tempered monsters, there are spefic weeks where an event quest would pop up. In past games, especially unite, you can download event quests of your choice, such as a G-rank akantor fatalis etc. Therefore, if you miss out in getting a speific armour piece you want, better wait for next week or so.

    Either way, Monster hunter world and the expansion pack is a almost-perfect addition that proves how expansion packs should be handled in today's gaming climate. Being someone who is familiar with the series, I am okay with the changes they made, even though some I somewhat don't like (BRING BACK DIOS SLICERS, NOT THOSE CAVEMEN CLUBS!). Capcom pours their heart into this game and it defintely shows. With the recent addtion to the resident evil Crossover and the return of the legendary Rajang, I have good faith of more post game content for Iceborne. Lets hope they do the same with some of their games (Looking at you SFV...).

    To put it bluntly, If you like fighting giant bosses and action based games, Monster hunter is the game for you, and with MHW iceborne. It is now easier to get into the series, Now it's the perfect time to dive right in.    … Expand
  33. kambing860210
    Dec 29, 2020
    10
    with more than 500 hours playing the game, worth every single penny, the best game as a service of all time
  34. Zalabar22
    Oct 16, 2019
    9
    This review contains spoilers, click expand to view. Everything about this expansion, with the exception of the Guiding Lands, is a 10/10 from me. If Guiding Lands was better I'd have no problem giving Iceborne a perfect score, but as it's the endgame and a huge part of what you do after the story I sadly have to give Iceborne a 9/10... For now. Other than that there is a lot of love in Iceborne and you can tell the developers put their hearts and souls into this expansion. We're still getting another year of updates and new content so I'm excited for what is to come. There isn't a reason not to buy this expansion if you love MHW.… Expand
  35. monks99
    May 11, 2020
    10
    The very best DLC ever made. Over 800 hours played. So much extra content that this expansion feels like it's own full game. Best game ever made.
  36. kiton
    Sep 22, 2019
    10
    Iceborne is a massive expansion that introduces new monsters, gameplay mechanics, weapon balancing, skill adjustments. Won’t be surprised to see this game as Game of the Year contender again
  37. KenyaFerrand
    Sep 19, 2019
    9
    Love the Monster Hunter series and this one is no different. The only reason I dont give this a 10 is because older monster hunters had better balanced weapon and armor trees. Also better looking. Capcom, let MH be what it is and it will never steer you wrong
  38. caiobruno007
    Feb 25, 2021
    9
    Uma expansão que deu uma sobrevida ao World, campanha mais bem elaborada, novos monstros, nova dificuldade, novas mecânicas, praticamente uma sequência de World na forma de expansão, compra obrigatória pra quem curtiu Monster Hunter World.

    Essa expansão só não é nota 10 devido a algumas decisões como se o game tivesse mantido o padrão e entregasse todos os Dragões anciões na forma Arch,    Uma expansão que deu uma sobrevida ao World, campanha mais bem elaborada, novos monstros, nova dificuldade, novas mecânicas, praticamente uma sequência de World na forma de expansão, compra obrigatória pra quem curtiu Monster Hunter World.

    Essa expansão só não é nota 10 devido a algumas decisões como se o game tivesse mantido o padrão e entregasse todos os Dragões anciões na forma Arch, como uma Shara Ishvalda, Nergigante Ferrenho, Vaal Hazak Velado e todos os outros elders como foi no endgame do World, seria um bom desafio pra por em ação os equipamentos do Fatalis.
    Outra coisa que eles fizeram foi deixar todos os eventos disponíveis de uma só vez, porém o Cerco da Safijiva precisa de outros players fazendo ao mesmo tempo, poderiam ter seguido o caminho da Kulve da Rank Mestre e colocar uma Safijiva Arch Tempered que poderia ser derrotada solo e em uma única ida, para o jogador não ficar dependente de outros players.
    E por fim a história pós game, que construiu uma narrativa em torno da Safi'jiva e criou um mistério entre ela e o Alatreon, para no ultimo update invés de trazer respostas para esse mistério o jogo simplesmente encaixou de forma totalmente sem sentido o Fatalis na história por puro fanservice e a trama construída que citei ficou em aberto.    … Expand
  39. JunCLJ
    Sep 26, 2019
    10
    Frankly speaking, none of any PS4 games are able to play up to thousand hours except MHW and now even has Iceborne DLC. More new weapons and armors with some new skills and the new way to hunt monsters.
  40. Slamix123
    Sep 13, 2019
    10
    I was in love with MHW, played it around 400h, got the platy and finally put the game down. Then this gem released. This expansion is something beautiful to me. It adds a new rank with which you basically have a reason to fight all the previous monsters. It adds new monsters, a new area, moves, weappons, armor etc. I cant write down all the good stuff because it would make this too long toI was in love with MHW, played it around 400h, got the platy and finally put the game down. Then this gem released. This expansion is something beautiful to me. It adds a new rank with which you basically have a reason to fight all the previous monsters. It adds new monsters, a new area, moves, weappons, armor etc. I cant write down all the good stuff because it would make this too long to read. Just buy this expansion if you already have world. If not then first buy world and beat it. Thank you MHW Iceborne developers for making this masterpiece.… Expand
  41. Moish
    Jun 25, 2020
    9
    This could easily be the sequel instead of just an expansion, definitely makes the experience of Monster Hunter World as a hole even better and especially for me as a trophy hunter the fact that has its own Platinum trophy makes it even more awesome, still getting free title updates the game likely will last much more.
  42. dr0nzer
    Sep 15, 2019
    9
    I've been a fan of this game and Monster Hunter World was my first entry into the series, everything about this game felt right and was expecting the same but whilst it's more or less on par and it delivers, it does however the menus can feel quite bloated with the sheer amount of options, and some fights can take a long while to clear if you're not prepared to geared.
  43. belody42
    Sep 10, 2019
    10
    Perhaps the best expansion of all time, essentially doubling the amount of content in the game, including new monsters, areas, mechanics, weapons, armour and more! Most of the new monsters are great, the new area is expansive and gorgeous to look at, and the new base area makes using all of the facilities such as the smithy and canteen a lot faster and practical. The clutch claw is aPerhaps the best expansion of all time, essentially doubling the amount of content in the game, including new monsters, areas, mechanics, weapons, armour and more! Most of the new monsters are great, the new area is expansive and gorgeous to look at, and the new base area makes using all of the facilities such as the smithy and canteen a lot faster and practical. The clutch claw is a mostly good addition that makes slinger ammo something you will actually bother to pick up although it doesn't mesh well with certain weapons playstyles. The one big downside is again the weapons however, as like in the base game some weapons are stunning whilst others are simply the basic bone/iron weapons with some tufts of fur or monster skin stuck onto them. However, due to the sheer amount of content, value and fun packed into this dlc and the long awaited difficulty boost for veteran players, this is one of the best dlc's released in the past decade and is definitely worth every penny for players who can't get enough of monster hunter world, particularly those who have exhausted the base game and are looking for a new, fresh and more difficult experience… Expand
  44. UnknownMight
    May 28, 2020
    10
    Slaying giant monsters was never so much fun with this many different weapons and combat moves...
  45. autosag1979
    Sep 21, 2019
    10
    Si una palabra define este juego para mi es sueño. Llevo jugando Monster Hunter desde PSP y siempre esperé alguna entrega para PS3 o PS4 y finalmente Capcom me ha dado ese sueño. Es un juego de diez aunque no es perfecto. Mejor y mas colorido en PS4. La version de xbox one es peor
  46. ARGuy
    Sep 14, 2019
    10
    Out of all of the game expansions and dlcs I have played, this is by far the best one. Most game expansions add content that is only as much as a 1/2 or a 1/4 of the current game. Iceborne has so much content worth playing in it that this could be the only game that you would have to play all year. Tons of content, with over 20+ new and unique boss fights with their own cool armor, andOut of all of the game expansions and dlcs I have played, this is by far the best one. Most game expansions add content that is only as much as a 1/2 or a 1/4 of the current game. Iceborne has so much content worth playing in it that this could be the only game that you would have to play all year. Tons of content, with over 20+ new and unique boss fights with their own cool armor, and improved + fun game play all combine to make a great experience. Although if you are a person who is interested in story telling, this game isn't for you. But that's not what games are, games are meant to be fun. And this game is a real ball of a time. It demolishes every known dlcs' content from ever other game to exist in the past decade or two.… Expand
  47. IIIAHMIII
    Feb 1, 2023
    0
    1 new world and 1 new copy paste world. No new weapons same boring machanics. Bosses have so much health you will get bored to death
  48. Hobobo
    Mar 29, 2021
    10
    My original review was critical of the DLC on release because of the copy n' paste with most the monsters, but with all the free updates and additional monsters; This has been some of the best Monster Hunter content we've ever gotten. Some of the toughest and fun fights I've ever experienced was in this DLC and it was an amazing experience.
  49. auliaindra34
    Sep 9, 2019
    10
    This review contains spoilers, click expand to view. Best monster hunter expansion ever made and one of the greatest expansion ever. This has massive amount of content that it is as big if not bigger than the base game, 40 dollar price is more than worth it.… Expand
  50. xIZE
    Sep 16, 2019
    10
    Awesome Awesome Awesome Awesome Awesome Awesome Awesome Awesome Awesome Awesome Awesome
  51. dantah
    Sep 12, 2019
    10
    This is DLC is almost as big to be called a game on its own. Best DLC ever!
  52. Rreck
    Sep 15, 2019
    10
    Everything you might want as a fan of the base game. Tons of new content (with more on the way in the upcoming months!). Also - it seems to run noticeably better now (at least on PS Pro). The only negative I can think of - not a lot of unique weapon designs unfortunately. Still, an easy 10.
  53. HugeyBear
    Oct 19, 2019
    10
    If you loved World, you are going to love this. Plenty more monsters, plenty more weapons and armour sets to craft. Guiding Lands is fun and you can spend hours in there just wanting to hunt one more monster.

    The only drawback I’ve found is jumping into guiding lands with randoms or firing an sos from guiding lands doesn’t always work out. Lots of times I’ve jumped into a guiding lands    If you loved World, you are going to love this. Plenty more monsters, plenty more weapons and armour sets to craft. Guiding Lands is fun and you can spend hours in there just wanting to hunt one more monster.

    The only drawback I’ve found is jumping into guiding lands with randoms or firing an sos from guiding lands doesn’t always work out. Lots of times I’ve jumped into a guiding lands and the session dies immediately or after a single monster hunt. Likewise, I’ve had people join and it not been the monster they want so leave the session. This issue can be solved by playing with friends or lfg.

    The graphics, great, monsters are really fun and challenging, the story is ok but nothing special, that’s not what I play this for though. The grinding, crafting and build diversity is what makes this game so satisfying and there is tons of it. I’ve hit master rank 130 and I’m yet to augment my weapons. That’s how much playtime this thing has before you can get a fully optimal build. Want to do this with every weapon? You’re looking at hundreds of hours.

    You really get your money’s worth. There are no loot boxes, and devs constantly add new content for free. A true masterpiece of a game, for what it sets out to do, it nails.    … Expand
  54. PeTFreitas
    Mar 25, 2023
    10
    That DLC is so enjoyable like playing a new MH game, everything is detailed the story is petty good it catch me in a few hours the fights are pretty tough but fun, I hope playing soon a MHW 2
  55. Alexqf22
    Sep 10, 2019
    9
    Iceborn have a bug and I cant play but i play on other PS4 mas I love , Is funny
  56. Remsi
    May 14, 2020
    10
    Bigger than original game. More than this. Excellent this. Stylish and beauty. Best game for me, after 1200+ i'm love this game bigger and strongly. Capcom - respect!
  57. Milidante
    Aug 14, 2020
    10
    Belive me its not just and expansion pack pack! Iceborne includes so much contents even more than many full games with 60 dollars tag! This is a respectful way to treat your costumers and also your beloved game. A fantastic expansion (you consider it as a full game!) for a fantastic game.
  58. Critine
    Oct 12, 2019
    9
    Wow.

    While I am not the biggest fan of the Monster Hunter Franchise, this expansion is pretty **** lit. Just get it. Nothing else has to be said!
  59. OscarMT95
    Sep 6, 2019
    10
    The best expansion about MHW, best story, and the new map is beautiful, and the monsters are so cool.
  60. Idk-anything
    Jun 7, 2020
    10
    I loved MHW before and now I love Iceborne. I can't count all the amazing feelings and moments I had with this game and its expension. You really can see all the love and detail that the developer have spend at this game. I can understand why people are angry about that game I can see the problems but MHW I is more than that. It is a masterpiece and it's worth the price
  61. bamboeng
    Sep 8, 2019
    10
    There's a line between DLC, expansion and a full blown sequel. Iceborne leans HEAVILY towards the last one despite disguising itself as an expansion, but the large difference is it expands upon the BASE game without sacrificing anything.
    It could even be called the definitive/remastered edition of World, considering it fixes EVERYTHING flawed with the base game and more.
    Recommended for    There's a line between DLC, expansion and a full blown sequel. Iceborne leans HEAVILY towards the last one despite disguising itself as an expansion, but the large difference is it expands upon the BASE game without sacrificing anything.
    It could even be called the definitive/remastered edition of World, considering it fixes EVERYTHING flawed with the base game and more.
    Recommended for anyone with a modicum of interest, easily 80 hours of story content and a MINIMUM of 300 hours between World and Iceborne before any burnout sets in.    … Expand
  62. Ninfira
    Sep 8, 2019
    10
    Haaaan thanks capcom, once again they did a good extension for a awesome game! Same as my last reviews I love what they do, more fun more thing to do, the come back of some monster are a real pleasures... Okay the skin of some weapons are the same buuuuut who cares, it's all about more fun !! So once again take my money and shut up :p
  63. MetaEagleDOS
    Sep 9, 2019
    10
    Doesn't reinvent the wheel BUT -- it makes the wheel better, adds another 25-30 wheels, doesn't rip you off (charges a fair price for the wheel) -- and is a pure delight to play.

    Anyone who loved the original MHW will love Iceborne. Easily 50-100 hours of quality content if not multiples of that depending on how deep into "endgame" you want to go. It's clear that the devs/publisher    Doesn't reinvent the wheel BUT -- it makes the wheel better, adds another 25-30 wheels, doesn't rip you off (charges a fair price for the wheel) -- and is a pure delight to play.

    Anyone who loved the original MHW will love Iceborne. Easily 50-100 hours of quality content if not multiples of that depending on how deep into "endgame" you want to go.

    It's clear that the devs/publisher love the IP and respect their player base.    … Expand
  64. cosenzao32
    Sep 9, 2019
    10
    we love you capcom! please keep making these incredible games! keep going!!
  65. Admighty
    Sep 11, 2019
    9
    An amazing “addition“ to an already excellent game. This is one of the largest, content heavy expansions you will play and more than justifies it's price. This is the equivalent of the ultimate versions that previous monster hunter entries have done. My one and only gripe is that some of the weapon skins are just not up to par, disappointing because the rest of the game is outstanding.An amazing “addition“ to an already excellent game. This is one of the largest, content heavy expansions you will play and more than justifies it's price. This is the equivalent of the ultimate versions that previous monster hunter entries have done. My one and only gripe is that some of the weapon skins are just not up to par, disappointing because the rest of the game is outstanding. 910 due to that fact. Keep it coming Capcom.… Expand
  66. ChristopherKing
    Sep 11, 2019
    9
    Despite it's flaws here and there... Monster Hunter World Iceborne is the best version of monster we have ever received.
  67. LazarusTheWolf
    Sep 12, 2019
    5
    The game is actually pretty good. New monsters (and reaccuring old ones) are amazing fights, a new snow area to fight in with nice little details (like snow on armor when you're submerged in it), and the new gathering hub looks amazing. Tho I cant help but feel a little cheated by both the lack on effort in most of the weapon design and the fact that the 'legacy monsters' have the Low RankThe game is actually pretty good. New monsters (and reaccuring old ones) are amazing fights, a new snow area to fight in with nice little details (like snow on armor when you're submerged in it), and the new gathering hub looks amazing. Tho I cant help but feel a little cheated by both the lack on effort in most of the weapon design and the fact that the 'legacy monsters' have the Low Rank look for the older games.… Expand
  68. YuriKing
    Sep 13, 2019
    10
    Iceborne is a phenomenal expansion that adds a massive amount of content with the addition of master rank, and adds itself onto the base game content in a fluid and fantastic way. This is definitely a must play for all MHW fans, new and old, and those who are looking for the added challenge of master rank! Highly recommended
  69. Swarmofferrets
    Sep 18, 2019
    9
    Amazing expansion to a amsxing game, this dlc is like the old ones of yesteryear its almost big enough to be a standalone game. Inly complaint is skinds for gear seam lazy i wish they enabled transmogs.
  70. xExelx
    Sep 15, 2019
    9
    New stunning monsters. BIG really BIG Expansion not a normal dlc. Love the story, the music, the fighting system!
  71. Jeck
    Sep 16, 2019
    10
    Amazing if you loved the first game or have always loved monster Hunter then this is the best its ever been.
  72. Avidgamer91
    Sep 16, 2019
    10
    This feels more like a sequel rather than an expansion. 30+ new monsters. Maybe 60 new set variants (haven’t confirmed that) but sure feels like that amount, gameplay tweaks and much. This is one of the best dlcs I’ve ever played. Witcher 3 quality, without a doubt.
  73. george72999
    Sep 17, 2019
    10
    Best game ever, expansion feels like a new game. Recommended buy for everyone.
  74. Mtq
    Sep 17, 2019
    10
    Such a great game, no mistake accept for joining each orther we need to watch cinematic first 9.5 /10
  75. Thaksin
    Aug 8, 2020
    10
    Отличная игра, отличное дополнение, хорошее времяпрепровождение.
    Зашел, убил/не убил монстра и пошел по своим делам, рано или поздно добираешься до конца, а затем бегаешь помогаешь другу или выбираете с друзьями куда бежать дальше )
    Я играю один, но нашел онлайне друзей, с которыми общаемся с горе по-палам, но говорит о том что сообщество игроков тут большое и дружное, судя по всему    Отличная игра, отличное дополнение, хорошее времяпрепровождение.
    Зашел, убил/не убил монстра и пошел по своим делам, рано или поздно добираешься до конца, а затем бегаешь помогаешь другу или выбираете с друзьями куда бежать дальше )
    Я играю один, но нашел онлайне друзей, с которыми общаемся с горе по-палам, но говорит о том что сообщество игроков тут большое и дружное, судя по всему общее дело и отсутствие ПВП, создало культуру дружного коллектива )    … Expand
  76. Lolitroppotsund
    Oct 6, 2019
    9
    Una dei migliori dlc/espansioni con ben 27 monstri e con nuovi monstri in arrivo e collaborazione con altri giochi dei soldi ben spesi
  77. Arr_Mir
    Oct 18, 2019
    5
    The end content design is a mess. The various purposes of the party members have allowed them to separate and die in a reduced zombie rush game.
  78. Ken-senpai-
    Nov 10, 2019
    9
    At first you may think this is a expansion just one or two new things but this is a Brand New game added to the base game and it's awesome
  79. Galliec
    Feb 20, 2022
    6
    Just awful. Monsters have way too much HP and it’s after the main story. It takes 40 minutes to kill one. You could get better armor and weapons to kill them faster, but guess what - they are locked behind even more pointless grinding. And it’s not resource grinding, it’s master rank grinding. You need to reach a specific MR to unlock specific monsters for further upgrade. And it’s allJust awful. Monsters have way too much HP and it’s after the main story. It takes 40 minutes to kill one. You could get better armor and weapons to kill them faster, but guess what - they are locked behind even more pointless grinding. And it’s not resource grinding, it’s master rank grinding. You need to reach a specific MR to unlock specific monsters for further upgrade. And it’s all wrapped it the worst character control that I’ve seen in AAA game ever.… Expand
  80. Springhi
    Nov 14, 2019
    8
    Iceborne is the expansion for MHW with the introduction of master rank. It is also the tradition of MH series, which is called "G" before. As a player who has played through almost all MH series, I think Capcom has tried their best to make things right in MHWI. Many classic monsters were remade by HD models with much more abundant details and new movements. The production and upgrade ofIceborne is the expansion for MHW with the introduction of master rank. It is also the tradition of MH series, which is called "G" before. As a player who has played through almost all MH series, I think Capcom has tried their best to make things right in MHWI. Many classic monsters were remade by HD models with much more abundant details and new movements. The production and upgrade of new equitments are always additive. The introduction of claw is also interesting more or less. Many new methods to deal with monsters' movements have been created. The gameplay before clear is absolutely fascinating. However, the design of later game period is terrible. Guiding land was absolutely **** I can't understand why it could get through as the main gameplay content after game clear, especially on the basis of their interesting, additive ultimate quests in MH4U and MHGU. In former MH with G expansion, the later gameplay experience is full of challenges of course, but the designs of monsters allowed players to face the challenges. But in MHWI, what I saw was only the repeating experience repeated over and over again. It is still a good expansion for MH of a new age, but regretfully far from great.… Expand
  81. TheGamerGirl
    Nov 24, 2019
    8
    After having spent over 500 hours on the base game, I was super excited to play Iceborne.
    I certainly wasn't disappointed: the expansion has so much new stuff to do, it's almost like you get a MHW 2! There's a lot of brand new monsters, a story that's about as long as the original one, and with the new hunter rank, you get to kill even all the old monsters again in a stronger version.    After having spent over 500 hours on the base game, I was super excited to play Iceborne.
    I certainly wasn't disappointed: the expansion has so much new stuff to do, it's almost like you get a MHW 2! There's a lot of brand new monsters, a story that's about as long as the original one, and with the new hunter rank, you get to kill even all the old monsters again in a stronger version.
    Definitely worth the money - this is how all expansions should be.    … Expand
  82. GabFire
    Aug 9, 2020
    9
    Bela expansão, trouxe realmente novos conteúdos que vale a pena serem comprados para expandir a experiência desse belo jogo.
  83. GalvusGalvoid
    Feb 13, 2020
    9
    Incredible dlc. A lot of the problems of the base game are now solved. The added content is enormous. My only problem is the event formula and the lack of variety in the end-game meta (optimal equipment)
  84. landodnal
    Feb 1, 2020
    9
    This game is great! Unfortunately, the load times on PS4, and the time it takes to get things done in general, keep this from being a 10/10. It's amazing, but it's not my favorite game.
  85. valcriston
    May 8, 2020
    10
    this is how you do expansion! other devs need to take notice. totally worth it. no **** it's extend the game to feels like a complete sequel. daemn! worth every penny
  86. Dayvie
    Jun 7, 2020
    0
    No plot and no characters with traits or progression. Only monster grinding with gear progression system. Pretty bland.
  87. Burattix54
    Jun 26, 2020
    10
    I ended up putting more hours into this expansion than into the main game. probably one of the best expansions ever made.
  88. Enphazer
    Jun 19, 2020
    10
    Esta expansión es un DLC a la antigua, es costoso pero lo vale ya que bien podría ser un MHW 2. Duplica fácilmente las horas de juego, además que agrega a muchos monstruos de pasadas franquicias que a jugadores experimentados les dará nostalgia y a los nuevos les dará intriga y algunos hasta les hará tirar el control al suelo. Esto bien podría verse como el rango G del juego en el cualEsta expansión es un DLC a la antigua, es costoso pero lo vale ya que bien podría ser un MHW 2. Duplica fácilmente las horas de juego, además que agrega a muchos monstruos de pasadas franquicias que a jugadores experimentados les dará nostalgia y a los nuevos les dará intriga y algunos hasta les hará tirar el control al suelo. Esto bien podría verse como el rango G del juego en el cual mejoras aún más tus armas y armadura; siendo un gran reto si se hace en solitario.… Expand
  89. Jklyr
    Jul 1, 2020
    10
    Literally the best game I've played in my entire life, 1000+ hours and I'm still not even getting tired of it, amazing graphics and gameplay just out of this world.
  90. DevilSurvivor
    Nov 18, 2021
    9
    It improves on the base game in almost every way, from new weapon combos, to new builds, events, quests and so on.

    It only misses the 10/10 mark like the original game for its introduction of the Clutch Claw, which has two undesired effects: - If you're playing solo (it wasn't my case), you will have to dedicate a lot of time to using it efficiently every single fight, and it can make    It improves on the base game in almost every way, from new weapon combos, to new builds, events, quests and so on.

    It only misses the 10/10 mark like the original game for its introduction of the Clutch Claw, which has two undesired effects:
    - If you're playing solo (it wasn't my case), you will have to dedicate a lot of time to using it efficiently every single fight, and it can make the gameplay repetitive, boring and anticlimatic
    - If you don't use it, you will directly be missing out on mechanics, damage and opportunities, making it feel like an obligatory tool to use.

    Besides that, it is still definitely worth a buy, and at the very worst, you can ignore the clutch claw like I did until halfway through Iceborne.    … Expand
  91. Argonaut1993
    Jul 20, 2020
    9
    One of my favourite games ever. 890 hours in and still love it. Endless replay ability and is an expansion done right. Constant free content and patches. Absolutely love it
  92. Lother
    Oct 30, 2020
    10
    It improves upon the base game in every way. No longer is endgame gear like health regen prone to sheer randomness, now you can focus on exactly what you want. While it does take a very long time to get, at least it's not repeating the same fight(s) hundreds of times praying for a hero streamstone for your weapon to drop.

    Also Fatalis. Fighting Fatalis, triggering the Dragonator at 3/4    It improves upon the base game in every way. No longer is endgame gear like health regen prone to sheer randomness, now you can focus on exactly what you want. While it does take a very long time to get, at least it's not repeating the same fight(s) hundreds of times praying for a hero streamstone for your weapon to drop.

    Also Fatalis. Fighting Fatalis, triggering the Dragonator at 3/4 of it's HP, then hearing the Monster Hunter World theme play throughout the rest of the fight, as you and 3 other players try to take it down, is one of the most epic gaming experiences known to man.    … Expand
  93. Raios-Rogue
    Apr 2, 2021
    10
    i have 1500 hours in Monster Hunter World Iceborne absolute masterpiece Capcom has done great service to the fans with tons of free content the expansion iceborne is so big i think it's even bigger or similar length like blood and wine in The Witcher 3 which was already a + 20 + 30 hours full game Iceborne is not a DLC it's not an expansion it's a full game just like The Witcher 3 Blood And Wine
  94. FunkyBoi
    Jan 7, 2022
    5
    I came to this game from Monster Hunter: Rise, and to be frank I really wish I hadn't. The pacing of this game just wasn't what I was looking for, I fully understand the appeal of the slow combat and taking time to prepare for each hunt, but the game itself just felt slow and tedious in all the ways I appreciated the least. I loved MHR for the thrilling, fast paced combat, and how smoothlyI came to this game from Monster Hunter: Rise, and to be frank I really wish I hadn't. The pacing of this game just wasn't what I was looking for, I fully understand the appeal of the slow combat and taking time to prepare for each hunt, but the game itself just felt slow and tedious in all the ways I appreciated the least. I loved MHR for the thrilling, fast paced combat, and how smoothly each hunt ends up playing out, but MHW:I felt as though each hunt went for a little too long, and there were a lot more quests that seemed to be intended as time sinks rather than meaningful gameplay.… Expand
  95. Tromble
    Jun 28, 2021
    7
    Monster Hunter: Iceborne is not a perfect expansion but is still a ton of fun and a fantastic experience.

    I would recommend Monster Hunter: Iceborne.
  96. FrostGaming
    Mar 14, 2022
    10
    PERFECT expantion, it fixed every gripe i had with MHW, and bumped it up from a 7 to a 10 for me. 1000 hours of gameplay is enough for my cave-man monster hunting brain to say: "game good, me like".

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89

Generally favorable reviews - based on 65 Critic Reviews

Critic score distribution:
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  1. RPGamer
    Dec 30, 2019
    90
    While this expansion will certainly frustrate new hunters learning the ropes, it gives veterans nearly everything they craved for after finishing the original experience. Capcom continues to do what it does best in this series, improving upon prior efforts to refine these games for an even finer sheen. When it comes to games about hunting monsters, Monster Hunter World: Iceborne proves that this series is the apex predator.
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  2. RPG Fan
    Nov 7, 2019
    93
    Folks that loved how engaging and approachable Monster Hunter: World was will find Iceborne offers more of the same with enough exciting changes to invigorate the many hunts they're sure to have.
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  3. IGN Japan
    Oct 8, 2019
    82
    While exciting new monsters and more freedom in equipment are definitely welcome additions, the Guiding Lands endgame content’s poorly balanced level design will make players feel uncomfortable.
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