Monster Hunter: World

 PlayStation 4
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7.7

Generally favorable reviews- based on 1983 Ratings

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  2. Mixed: 240 out of 1983
  3. Negative: 314 out of 1983
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  1. loldeeznutz
    Jan 29, 2018
    9
    First of all, I have been playing Monster Hunter since Tri came out. I have followed the series throughout the years and the series has only gotten better. Compared to the previous games MH World has completely revolutionized the Monster Hunter series. They have created an intricate ecosystem with competing monsters and countless ants crawling everywhere. I was expecting a bland, open mapFirst of all, I have been playing Monster Hunter since Tri came out. I have followed the series throughout the years and the series has only gotten better. Compared to the previous games MH World has completely revolutionized the Monster Hunter series. They have created an intricate ecosystem with competing monsters and countless ants crawling everywhere. I was expecting a bland, open map full of pretty bushes and some birds flying above. However, i was proved wrong, there are so many things! And you can abduct them and throw them in your home as well! The massive, polished map this game provides completely blew me away.

    Throughout the series, combat has gotten more fluid (especially in MH Generations) but it always remained a little clunky. (Ignoring the fact that the controls are complete ass and you can't change them). Once you get used to the controls, the combat seems a lot more smooth, making it satisfying to land devastating combos on a massive wyvern yearning for your blood. The Great Sword, which used to feel kinda clunky is a lot more fluid, with multiple combos that flow well into each other, making feel bad ass after landing a fully charged combo on a monsters tail. The bow has changed as well. Although undermined by the newly added slinger, the bow still proves to be a fun weapon (noticed they made it more mobile and powerful). However, the guns are so boring, there is nothing special about them. They feel clunky, slow and under powered. Especially the heavy bow gun, been like this since the beginning. But this is just an opinion, you might take a liking to the bow gun.

    For all you Monster Hunter fans out there, this is a must buy. However, for players that search for an immersive story that provides many hours of entertainment, you will be somewhat disappointed. The game's story is like an ocean that's one foot deep. When you open the game, you are kinda thrown into the story with barely any context and you chase some big dragon (won't reveal more than that). If story is what you are looking for, turn away. This game is mainly based on hunting monsters, not the story behind them.

    Some players are saying that the combat is sluggish, weapons feel clunky, and it's for little kids??? For new players combat will definitely feel a little sluggish as you mindlessly spam two buttons for the first few hours. But you will soon discover that the combat is extremely complicated, providing a huge learning curve. Once you get the hang of these combos you will feel like a bad ass monster hunter. For some reason, I have been noticing reviews stating that the game is for little kids. I must admit, the game does have some weird Japanese **** that appeals to it's main fan base. But as soon as you have a monster eat you out like an Oreo you realize that this game ain't cute at all. This is real **** and your'e gonna piss your pants when you fight the final boss, trust me.

    So far, I have been very impressed with the game. However, I have noticed, if you pay some attention, on the Xbox One the game is kinda blurry (thought I was going blind for a second). Not to much of an issue, only makes me more hyped for the PC version. You probably won't notice unless you look really hard as well. I still can't get over how bad the controls are. Hopefully they do something about that.

    Biggest thing about this game is that they decided not to ruin the game with pay-to win content, loot boxes and cosmetic bull****. Gotta respect that decision. A company that actually listens to it's players.

    TL;DR

    Pros
    This game has massive, well-polished worlds.
    Complicated yet fluid combat.
    Scary monsters.
    NO LOOT CRATES!!!

    Cons
    Controls are **** and you can't change them.
    Kinda blurry if you pay enough attention.
    A shallow story.

    Game would be a 10, but the controls really killed it for me.    … Expand
  2. Karraces
    Jan 27, 2018
    9
    Amazing game, it feels just like past MH games with QOL modifications and an accesible early game for new players.
  3. Reddrag0852
    Jan 26, 2018
    9
    Very much a westernised monster hunter game. Some things are simplified a bit and most things remain unchanged. Still an amazing game(very pretty too) and for someone like me who adores boss fights, a game where almost every enemy is a boss fight is always perfect.
    There are those who will complain about a japanese title being changed to appeal to a western audience, but the game is still    Very much a westernised monster hunter game. Some things are simplified a bit and most things remain unchanged. Still an amazing game(very pretty too) and for someone like me who adores boss fights, a game where almost every enemy is a boss fight is always perfect.
    There are those who will complain about a japanese title being changed to appeal to a western audience, but the game is still objectively amazing.    … Expand
  4. PULKEMONTHE
    Jan 27, 2018
    10
    Don't let the troll reviews scare you away. They are not true MH players. The game is so much better now than it ever was. The controls and camera have never been better. Combat is extremely fun and rewarding. No fight will be like another, there is no set choreograph dance you have to perform
  5. DarkwatchGR
    Jan 26, 2018
    9
    CHECK IT IF YOU'RE NEW TO THE SERIES AND WANT A DEEPER SUMMARY OF WHAT YOU'RE GETTING, WITH YOUR HARD EARNED MONEY.

    For first i wanna say that, this is my first review ever on Metacritic. I created an acc just for this game. I'll be crystal clear with you from the start. YES the game is more simplified than the previous entries! YES there are a lot of conviniences in many categories.    CHECK IT IF YOU'RE NEW TO THE SERIES AND WANT A DEEPER SUMMARY OF WHAT YOU'RE GETTING, WITH YOUR HARD EARNED MONEY.

    For first i wanna say that, this is my first review ever on Metacritic. I created an acc just for this game.

    I'll be crystal clear with you from the start. YES the game is more simplified than the previous entries! YES there are a lot of conviniences in many categories. But do those changes ruin the fun? NOT in a thousand years. Most of those conveniences make the game better and less tedious, like for example, do you remember the time when you were trying to get an Anjarath's pelt and the damn thing couldn't drop it? Now, after your first encounter with any monster, you unlock investigation quests with those monsters, where the BETTER materials drop after a successful hunt. So yeah, i can't understand from where all these 0 are coming from...

    Now that i've put that aside, let's talk about the graphics and how the game performs. The locations are looking great! The new engine flatters both the monsters(which look BETTER THAN EVER) and their ecosystem as well, with nice touches. The armors look great and the weapon effects are just epic!
    As long as the performance goes. I'm playing on a normal PS4 and except of some minor fps drops, the game is 100% playable. Whoever is going to play on a pro, will enjoy it even more for sure.

    Last i wanna talk about ALL the stuff, that weren't in the beta! And i wanna give a message to the newcomers who left the beta with a dissapointment in their hearts. So ''listen'' to me carefully. The beta had only ONE type of quest and that was the HUNTING quests. Also it had a few amount of weapons and armor. They never introduced you(and that's logical) all the things that make the MH series so freaking amazing. There are numerous types of quests that you can choose from! Hunting quests, Capture quests, Investigations, Gathering quests and much more. There is a HUB area where you can communicate with up to 16 players and play together(up to four players). There is a ''wiki'' IN the game which lets you see more and more info of the monsters you kill/capture in your hunts. There is a harvesting system. There are guilds and squads. I can talk for days of how LONG and DEEP are all the mechanics and systems. It has even a freaking ''story'' this time around with many cut scenes for keeping the new players even more interested. The gameplay plays smoothly and the animations were redone for this entry of MH in the current gen of consoles.

    Verdict: I give it a STRONG 9/10 because of its great and improved mechanics, its huge content, its great graphics and for the FUN this game knows to give the best from everything else out there. I cut one point only for the slow start and its simplifying mechanics which i understand that they can make the veteran players feel a little ''betrayed''.

    OH... Also... NO microtransactions man!    … Expand
  6. Pietrovitch
    Jan 26, 2018
    10
    Monster Hunter World sets out to simulate a living and breathing ecosystem, and absolutely nails it. Monster Hunter hasn't felt this fresh since Monster Hunter 4 Ultimate, and it does that by not only returning to it's hunting roots, but also expanding that concept in a way the fans of the series never thought possible. This game marks a turning of the tide in the series, and it will onlyMonster Hunter World sets out to simulate a living and breathing ecosystem, and absolutely nails it. Monster Hunter hasn't felt this fresh since Monster Hunter 4 Ultimate, and it does that by not only returning to it's hunting roots, but also expanding that concept in a way the fans of the series never thought possible. This game marks a turning of the tide in the series, and it will only get better from here.… Expand
  7. kingarmaan123
    Jan 26, 2018
    10
    Good game. Don’t let these haters fool you. Only reason they are angry because they think Capcom has betrayed them by releasing Monster Hunter world on all platforms.
  8. shinshichirou
    Jan 26, 2018
    10
    This is amazing! No more no less.. A huge step in right direction, thank you Capcom!
  9. Nouwen
    Jan 26, 2018
    9
    Very nice game, good looking and very immersive.
    A little bit repetitive but that doesn't matter.
  10. RodSal
    Jan 26, 2018
    10
    Stunning graphics, lore, music, this game is a completely win/win for us gamers at the start of 2018!!!
  11. Ponio
    Jan 26, 2018
    10
    Amazing Game! Thank you Capcom! My favoutire game of the series finally on playstation platform!
  12. evildoomfoot
    Jan 26, 2018
    9
    First off, don't listen to the fanboys who are angry that they have to share this game now that is actually approachable. I've tried a few of the other MH games and allays found them needlessly complicated, unwelcoming to newcomers, and only fun for people without jobs and social lives. There is still plenty of depth in this game but it actually walks you through it for once. its aFirst off, don't listen to the fanboys who are angry that they have to share this game now that is actually approachable. I've tried a few of the other MH games and allays found them needlessly complicated, unwelcoming to newcomers, and only fun for people without jobs and social lives. There is still plenty of depth in this game but it actually walks you through it for once. its a fantastic streamlined version of a series I've allays wanted to like but never felt welcomed to do so. if you've been scared off by the other versions of this game i'd give this one a shot.… Expand
  13. Dhane
    Jan 26, 2018
    10
    Don’t let the so called MH veterans scare you off with their low ratings. This game is everything MH should have been in the past. The quirky flaws and design choices of previous titles are polished away, and as a result we have in our hands a gem of a modern video game that truly will captivate you. Graphics are fantastic, combat feels smooth and responsive, and the every system andDon’t let the so called MH veterans scare you off with their low ratings. This game is everything MH should have been in the past. The quirky flaws and design choices of previous titles are polished away, and as a result we have in our hands a gem of a modern video game that truly will captivate you. Graphics are fantastic, combat feels smooth and responsive, and the every system and mechanic seems meaningful and deep. The story is decent, and makes for a nice backdrop for the never ending hunt for bigger monsters and better loot. The sum of all the changes from previous MH titles gives the game a broader audience which, I think, is exactly what the developers wanted. Some veterans will complain, but I will argue that every change is for the better. The gameplay is very addicting, and if you are a fan of action games or rpgs you need to get in on this. If you are on the fence about this one - buy it! You will not regret it. See you on the hunting grounds!… Expand
  14. Aedrius
    Jan 26, 2018
    10
    This game is really good,despite reading the game is casualized,this game appeals for the West to make it enjoyable,really fun on Co-op multiplayer and a long game with free content coming out and no microtransactions.
  15. revelc
    Jan 26, 2018
    9
    After having fun with MHW for almost 20 hours, I decided to give it 9/10. It has beautiful visual/world, it has interesting story and characters, hundreds of hours of content easy, great combat design, I love the monster design, smooth online experience (you need to read the tutorials), and absolutely addicting to play.

    I would've given perfect score if they didn't make me read that    After having fun with MHW for almost 20 hours, I decided to give it 9/10. It has beautiful visual/world, it has interesting story and characters, hundreds of hours of content easy, great combat design, I love the monster design, smooth online experience (you need to read the tutorials), and absolutely addicting to play.

    I would've given perfect score if they didn't make me read that much of tutorials (the first hour is the most tedious thing, it's an RPG but still a lot of reading) and not having constant 60 fps on PS4 pro is a little outdated.

    Other than those two, the game is absolutely worth every penny. I recommend this game to anyone who loves adventure game. Play with friends, build a guild or join one, and share your adventure to the world, these will double the fun and increased the value of the game by ten folds. Keep on hunting!

    Don't forget, more free contents coming in the future update.    … Expand
  16. Papika
    Jan 26, 2018
    10
    This the best game of the year. It’s so beautiful, all systems are polished and shortcuts are great. Animations are smooth and fluid and it’s so much fun that i don’t know what I’m doing here writing a review. I will go back to play now.
  17. Agarwel
    Feb 3, 2018
    3
    Seriously? This game does not have a pause button, when playing solo? I have a life you know. I dont wan to be a "slave of the game" until the hunt is over. I dont want to say "sorry honey I can not right now" or loose the game. This minor issue means I can play this game once or twice a month when I can really find several straight hours of time. But considering the length and complexitySeriously? This game does not have a pause button, when playing solo? I have a life you know. I dont wan to be a "slave of the game" until the hunt is over. I dont want to say "sorry honey I can not right now" or loose the game. This minor issue means I can play this game once or twice a month when I can really find several straight hours of time. But considering the length and complexity of the game it means I loose interest before I even get somehow further.… Expand
  18. Zeydlitz
    Jan 27, 2018
    2
    The begining of game was pretty promising. But combat seems to bit a little odd and non-controllable. Well. Good game finished with second main quest. This game became stupid, repetiteve, unreallistic. Also this game HAVE NO PAUSE. So it xcould not be better than 6/10 anyway. But it seems to be MUCH worse.
  19. RitzyBusiness
    Jan 26, 2018
    4
    I got drawn in by a friend and hype but wasn't worth it. A few missions in and I am already sick of the formula.

    You run around and spam O to gather **** then you fight a monster that decides to run away from you all day. Its obnoxiously and sorely lacking in entertainment value. A ton of busy work in between fighting, and the busy work of constantly chasing something while you're    I got drawn in by a friend and hype but wasn't worth it. A few missions in and I am already sick of the formula.

    You run around and spam O to gather **** then you fight a monster that decides to run away from you all day. Its obnoxiously and sorely lacking in entertainment value. A ton of busy work in between fighting, and the busy work of constantly chasing something while you're fighting.

    If MH is your jive then my review is meaningless but if you were never into this franchise it is highly unlikely that this game will win you over. The formula is exactly the same, except with slightly less clunky but definitely still clunky combat. If I could get a refund on PSN I would without a doubt.    … Expand
  20. Th3Dud3
    Jan 27, 2018
    4
    Not amazing, just another grindy game.
    Sorry, but i cannot share the hype about it.
    After 5h gameplay, i am not flashed as all people here. Its quite good looking but the controls are not very great. It feels unaccurate. Even Dark Souls has a better control. I like the idea of hunting stuff, but why this game is now a new dawn in gameplay - thats a secret for me. Over all i dont think    Not amazing, just another grindy game.
    Sorry, but i cannot share the hype about it.
    After 5h gameplay, i am not flashed as all people here.
    Its quite good looking but the controls are not very great. It feels unaccurate. Even Dark Souls has a better control.
    I like the idea of hunting stuff, but why this game is now a new dawn in gameplay - thats a secret for me.
    Over all i dont think it is bad but outstanding ? no...    … Expand
  21. TheVJ
    Jan 26, 2018
    2
    While visually impressive and beautiful, this game is an insult to every veteran of Monster Hunter. The entire gameplay has been casualized and westernized so that your average newcomer in the West would be more likely to appreciate this game. Running around while healing, grappling hook as a crutch, the ability to re-position your hunter during attacks that previously locked you intoWhile visually impressive and beautiful, this game is an insult to every veteran of Monster Hunter. The entire gameplay has been casualized and westernized so that your average newcomer in the West would be more likely to appreciate this game. Running around while healing, grappling hook as a crutch, the ability to re-position your hunter during attacks that previously locked you into place, no more negative armor skills whatsoever.. I could go into great detail here and list many more, but the point is that Capcom simply went too far in their mission to reach a wider audience.
    Nevermind the fact that you can now simply craft the rarest materials such as gems and plates.
    We can only hope that Capcom will come back to their senses and develop proper, real Monster Hunter games again in the future.

    Verdict: A big step forward in graphics, many smaller steps back in gameplay. Possibly the worst MH to date.    … Expand
  22. Redstripe420
    Jan 26, 2018
    0
    This game is trash, past games were amazing. This one sucks. Dumbed down version of Monster Hunter. Save the $60.
  23. wanderlei2
    Jan 26, 2018
    0
    Changes adversely affect the core gameplay loop, betray core tenets of the series' signature gameplay, dumb down previously nuanced and engaging mechanics, and make the game even easier than the already cakewalk of a previous entry. Hot trash relying on graphics like every modern AAA. Monster Hunter was a fantastic series while it latest. RIP real monster hunter it was fun while it latest.
  24. jebeerpow
    Jun 18, 2018
    5
    Nice graphics, I like the organic qualities of the art, and the movement/behavior of the creatures. The character styling and voice work are odd. However the combat system is quite challenging to get used to, and I was hoping for more of a free-ranging world; however this is a series of missions launching out from a hub. From what I hear it's much better with groups, but I have not enjoyedNice graphics, I like the organic qualities of the art, and the movement/behavior of the creatures. The character styling and voice work are odd. However the combat system is quite challenging to get used to, and I was hoping for more of a free-ranging world; however this is a series of missions launching out from a hub. From what I hear it's much better with groups, but I have not enjoyed it. Repetitive, nothing to hook me. I am also not a huge fan of crafting, which seems to be a large part of the game. Overall, I am wishing I could return it and am writing it off as one of my impulsive purchases of over-hyped games.… Expand
  25. camo1902
    Jun 21, 2018
    7
    It's a nice looking game. Cool RPG elements and combat, but there is something lacking so the game hasn't really grabbed me after 20 hours of game play. I still feel like I'm missing something. I generally enjoy the RPG grind, but the lack of instruction here makes this feel like I'm going nowhere. For the first time ever, I'm going to seek walk throughs and watch some YouTube vid's toIt's a nice looking game. Cool RPG elements and combat, but there is something lacking so the game hasn't really grabbed me after 20 hours of game play. I still feel like I'm missing something. I generally enjoy the RPG grind, but the lack of instruction here makes this feel like I'm going nowhere. For the first time ever, I'm going to seek walk throughs and watch some YouTube vid's to figure out what the whole point of this is.… Expand
  26. KushAstronaut
    Jun 28, 2020
    0
    requires a $40+ DLC to use a $1.50 hairstyle. I don't support corporate moneygrubbing.
  27. Zajonc
    Feb 16, 2020
    0
    This game is around 7 (currently stands at 7.7) and that is the reason I had to give it a 0.

    - You cannot pause this game. Means you have to be ready to spend at least 30 minutes before the TV no matter what. I do not know developers but I have to presume none of them have a life. - Repetitive. Really repetitive. - Not polished. - Inacurate controll mechanic. Which is horrible for a    This game is around 7 (currently stands at 7.7) and that is the reason I had to give it a 0.

    - You cannot pause this game. Means you have to be ready to spend at least 30 minutes before the TV no matter what. I do not know developers but I have to presume none of them have a life.
    - Repetitive. Really repetitive.
    - Not polished.
    - Inacurate controll mechanic. Which is horrible for a game like this.
    - WOW Classic level grinding.
    - The UI is not user friendly.    … Expand
  28. jyweee
    Jun 30, 2019
    10
    Played over 800 hours.
    Amazing game, best MH.
    "Don’t let the so called MH veterans scare you off with their low ratings. This game is everything MH should have been in the past."
  29. Goldor525
    Sep 16, 2019
    4
    Empty server.. Fights are not fluid.. Look like a mmorpg PC put on Ps4.. I play few hours and it was enough for me
  30. zelda34
    Jun 28, 2020
    0
    This game is boring and **** The characters are terrible and the combat is so clunky. I don't even know how any one like this game
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Metascore
90

Universal acclaim - based on 93 Critic Reviews

Critic score distribution:
  1. Positive: 89 out of 93
  2. Mixed: 4 out of 93
  3. Negative: 0 out of 93
  1. GameGrin
    Jun 21, 2018
    90
    Honestly, if the Low and High Rank portions wasn’t as polished and an incredible experience to go through. This score would be 7/8 margin just because compared to previous games, the rotating event quests, RNG investigations for RNG loot, reduced weapon and quest pool, and less challenging solo player end game. But, with the incredibly constructed world, incredible combat experience, and cohesive experience, the downpoints are more just demands for more content.
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  2. Gamers' Temple
    May 21, 2018
    55
    I won't rehash the problems I had with World simply because they make me profoundly sad. I wanted to like the game, I hoped the new direction would bring the series to a new level, but instead, the whole thing blew up in my face like a Marshmallow Peep left in the microwave too long.
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  3. LEVEL (Czech Republic)
    Apr 24, 2018
    100
    Moving to real consoles has paid off for Monster Hunter. The fifth installment is bigger, nicer and funnier (a bit). In addition, a number of free addons will extend the entertainment for another dozens of hours. [Issue#283]
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