Monster Hunter Rise

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6.8

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  1. moskitto2411
    May 7, 2021
    10
    My very first Monster Hunter game. Well sort of. I tried World from a friend when the craze was high and the Generations Ultimate demo on Switch but really didn’t like it. When Rise was announced I initially was hesitant but it really looked interesting. I caved to Fomo and bought it digitally on release date. The first couple of hours were pretty jarring, a lot of information on systems,My very first Monster Hunter game. Well sort of. I tried World from a friend when the craze was high and the Generations Ultimate demo on Switch but really didn’t like it. When Rise was announced I initially was hesitant but it really looked interesting. I caved to Fomo and bought it digitally on release date. The first couple of hours were pretty jarring, a lot of information on systems, gameplay and getting used to the controls. But I understood more and more, got better and better and without noticing it I had played for 15 hours into the early morning, something that has not happened to me since BotW. And I wanted to continue to play the very next morning. And the next day. Needless to say the weekend was very unproductive. Once the gameplay loop clicks you are in a carousel of fun that just does not stop. Hunt after Hunt of incredibly animated Monsters for the next better weapon or armour, multiplayer with friends or solo hunts in arena for challenge. And just like that, 150 hours in a month since release are gone. And I didn’t even try any weapon apart from the hammer. I don’t have time to play this much, how did this happen? (I slept way less, worth it). And there is an update with more content already? And another one comes out in a few weeks? Please, I want my life back. Anyway, tl,dr: I’m a Monster Hunter fan now. Great.… Expand
  2. joash
    May 30, 2021
    10
    Do you like good game? if no then this game is NOT for you, MHR continue the successful streak of the Monster Hunter franchise
  3. gabrieuum
    May 2, 2021
    10
    It is awesome, like all Monster Hunter. But this one it is even more beautiful, and the possibility to climb and jump with your dog it's very useful and makes everything faster and incredible. I'm loving every new aspect :) 10/10
  4. FlameHaze10
    Feb 7, 2023
    7
    It's a fresh monster hunter with new mechanics that make it faster phased and exciting, but it also makes the game easier.

    Added siege mode is also not as exciting as you think, it loses the feel of how strong each monster suppose to be.

    All in all, it's a very good and polished game.
  5. birdmanthoth
    May 1, 2021
    10
    This is the best game on the Nintendo Switch by a long shot, I never got into monster hunter before i played it but didn't understand it that all changed with Monster Hunter Rise, this a very impressive game. Looks absolutely stunning on my monitor or even big 4K TV. The resolution doesn't stretch out like most switch games which look terrible on the big tv. This is the best game in theThis is the best game on the Nintendo Switch by a long shot, I never got into monster hunter before i played it but didn't understand it that all changed with Monster Hunter Rise, this a very impressive game. Looks absolutely stunning on my monitor or even big 4K TV. The resolution doesn't stretch out like most switch games which look terrible on the big tv. This is the best game in the franchise, I love the additions of the wirebugs and the paliomutes which hooked me in made the game more fast paced. I highly recommend this game if you own a nintendo switch, in less then a year this should release on PC. Capcom has done some black magic to make this game look and run so well on the switch, its 30fps on the switch and rarely drops a frame. I have Monster hunter world on the Xbox series x that runs at 60fps and still I'd rather play this game any day over any other monster hunter game. Amazing work Capcom and the developer you've made a master piece, this music is awesome and the cut scenes which i highly recommend putting Japanese Voice with English subtitles. In the first week I had sunk over 100hrs I am addicted!… Expand
  6. LadyAux
    May 1, 2021
    8
    Monster Hunter Rise is one of those games that you either love or hate. With this particular version, it comes down to whether you are an old school fan or new school (MHW). Rise has quite a few new monsters and unique game modes to play with but on the flip side, a fair bit removed. While I enjoyed the new monsters, the wire bug mechanics and the ability to mount monsters, that wasn'tMonster Hunter Rise is one of those games that you either love or hate. With this particular version, it comes down to whether you are an old school fan or new school (MHW). Rise has quite a few new monsters and unique game modes to play with but on the flip side, a fair bit removed. While I enjoyed the new monsters, the wire bug mechanics and the ability to mount monsters, that wasn't enough to get me to love the game. Its main story is short and almost nonexistent at times. Hunts are easy, even playing solo. They are short and fast, catered mainly to the Switch. Designed to play with friends and get some fast hunts done while you are on the go. The game is visually a downgrade from World but also terrible even for a Switch game. I still had a good time with Rise though, its hard to fault its addictive, casual and fast gameplay. A hard game to review, so check out all my thoughts on it here: https://youtu.be/3r5s36KllA0… Expand
  7. PandaBass
    Dec 14, 2021
    9
    At first I was kind of disappointed because the village quests are really easy. Usually this isn't a big deal but the whole point of MH games is having hard bosses that force you to keep updating your gear. Here you barely need to grind for gear to finish the village quests.

    Once I got to the HUB quests though, the experience was really good. The hub even has a lot of jew monsters to    At first I was kind of disappointed because the village quests are really easy. Usually this isn't a big deal but the whole point of MH games is having hard bosses that force you to keep updating your gear. Here you barely need to grind for gear to finish the village quests.

    Once I got to the HUB quests though, the experience was really good. The hub even has a lot of jew monsters to fight! This game is definitely worth it and definitely recommendable for those who are willing to put some time into the game.    … Expand
  8. Koyb0417
    Jun 8, 2021
    9
    Wait for this to come in steam gamers.
    Its worthy of being patient!
    Monster hunter rise is my first monster hunter game and it made me start mh world too.
  9. Normaali12
    Sep 21, 2021
    10
    When I first test demo of game, It's isn't good. Then I get game on gift, and first think this isn't good game. But what more I play game that's beter game comes. Now I have in about 200 hours, and I still keep playing.
  10. Phishion
    Jun 13, 2021
    8
    Good game, real combat feeling, I like the new combat system very much, but compared to MHW, there are many missing elements, and subsequent updates are also slightly insufficient
  11. NelAle
    Oct 10, 2021
    10
    Love the game, would like more monster before the expansion release tho. So far, the game is lacking more monster but it still a great game imo.
  12. adearriba07
    May 28, 2021
    10
    Excelente juego! Mi primer Monster hunter y este juego me ha hecho querer jugar otros juegos como Dark Souls o God Eater. Hasta pienso comprar MH Generations Ultimate.
  13. RafaTamer
    Apr 4, 2021
    10
    Me surpreendeu muito, o jogo está lindo no Switch no modo portátil e Dock. O melhor Monster Hunter.
  14. Zethor
    May 25, 2021
    8
    This series has settled into a formula so straightforward and mind-numbingly expected that I can't get excited for any new Monster Hunter game anymore...but it's also Monster Hunter, so that formula happens to be incredibly strong.

    It's a strong advancement on much of the concepts World introduced, and sits as a great fusion of new and old. The game looks solid (though a bit cluttered    This series has settled into a formula so straightforward and mind-numbingly expected that I can't get excited for any new Monster Hunter game anymore...but it's also Monster Hunter, so that formula happens to be incredibly strong.

    It's a strong advancement on much of the concepts World introduced, and sits as a great fusion of new and old. The game looks solid (though a bit cluttered with the ridiculous hit effects), and there's plenty to love here. It's still a grindy MMO at heart, but a good one. Pick it up if you already like Monster Hunter, don't if you don't. This game won't change your mind on the series if you already dislike it.    … Expand
  15. goingmerry
    Oct 3, 2021
    10
    This is my first monster hunter game and I enjoyed it so much, I had to write this review. I was not going to get the game since the demo really put me off, but my buddies were all going to get it so I had to get it. I played most of it solo and my gosh, this is such a great game. Graphics were amazing, great artwork within the game, REALLY great action gameplay, steady frame rates (IThis is my first monster hunter game and I enjoyed it so much, I had to write this review. I was not going to get the game since the demo really put me off, but my buddies were all going to get it so I had to get it. I played most of it solo and my gosh, this is such a great game. Graphics were amazing, great artwork within the game, REALLY great action gameplay, steady frame rates (I never noticed drops during my plays) and beautiful music. The developers went all the way out. I bought the DLC to just support them and now I am all in this franchise. It will feel clunky at first and mastering range weapons will be the most tricky, especially if you do not use motion, but once you start mastering weapons and find a weapon you enjoy, it will start to click. It did not click for me until probably 5-8 hours, but when it clicked, I was absolutely consumed.… Expand
  16. Talesbrenoan
    Jun 15, 2021
    10
    Primeiro contato que tenho com a franquia, atualmente para mim é o melhor jogo do switch, só peca pelo tutorial com muito texto de uma vez só que não agrega no aprendizado
  17. Onixxx95
    May 14, 2021
    10
    The game looks very good in both modes. Great for beginners. Delays incredibly. I recommend
  18. charlix200
    Jun 24, 2021
    8
    Monster hunter rise is an improvement over World. The wirebug mechanic and wyvern riding are welcome additions to make the game more interesting and unique and I believe they should stay. The roster of monsters is more diversify than World and each monsters feels different. One of the few issues I have with the game is the lack of endgame content and how it a little too easy with some monsters.
  19. julevi
    Aug 13, 2021
    10
    Best price-performance-ratio I´ve had in a game in years. The performance on the Switch is incomparably smooth and perfectly implemented. The world is beautifully designed and shows so much love for details. The movement on palamute and wirebugs is addictive. Psychologically, I´ve never been as drawn in and more excited / outraged / bloodthirsty on my hunts as in this version. This is theBest price-performance-ratio I´ve had in a game in years. The performance on the Switch is incomparably smooth and perfectly implemented. The world is beautifully designed and shows so much love for details. The movement on palamute and wirebugs is addictive. Psychologically, I´ve never been as drawn in and more excited / outraged / bloodthirsty on my hunts as in this version. This is the absolute peak of the series for me so far. 10/10 without any hesitation, Capcom excelled with this one.… Expand
  20. Flounder
    Mar 30, 2022
    10
    Einfach ein unglaublich lustiges, aufregendes und spannendes Spiel mit luftiger Mechanik und viel Abwechslung
  21. Wrecktangled
    Mar 18, 2022
    10
    This is my first Monster Hunter and dang was it nice. Loved the portable nature of this with all the quality of life changes. I also enjoy the quicker nature of this one compared to other Monster Hunter titles. I have now went back and played World and missed many things from Rise. So many weapons to master and yet the weapons are deep and require many hours to master. This game continuesThis is my first Monster Hunter and dang was it nice. Loved the portable nature of this with all the quality of life changes. I also enjoy the quicker nature of this one compared to other Monster Hunter titles. I have now went back and played World and missed many things from Rise. So many weapons to master and yet the weapons are deep and require many hours to master. This game continues to draw my attention long after the credits have rolled.… Expand
  22. Shinyscyther
    Sep 14, 2021
    9
    This review contains spoilers, click expand to view. Edit: For now i must put it in a 9 because with all the previous updats it still lacks a good post game loop, which is a shame

    Is the perfect Monster Hunter, keeps what world made right to help people with its quality of life integrations, and brings some of the level style of old monhuns an integrate them perfectly. Besides, the wirebug creates a new dimension both for mobility and diversification of each weapon gameplay, creating different approach for each weapon in a more natural way that what they tried to do with styles previously. And Palamutes join the fray to make the travel a lot smoother.

    The maps are enormous, smartly designed and full of places to explore, the new monsters are incredibly original and even the older ones have adjusted movesets that fit them perfectly in the speed pacing of the combats.

    I belive it can get a little easy for most veterans, but they havent even removed the HR limiter yet, so there is room for dificulty development, and beyond that, the game still is super fun to play and has a lot of things to do.

    Hope this game become the new standard for following monster hunters of how the gameplay and design choices must be. Amazing game, and a perfect Monster Hunter.    … Expand
  23. Sergiox
    May 3, 2021
    10
    Juegazo, increible como corre en esta pequeña consola, muy divertido, espectacular en todos los aspectos.
  24. PsAdicted
    May 3, 2021
    10
    What a beautiful game ! Been playing monster hunter games since Freedom 2 and the franchise improved a lot since then !
    Rise just feel incredibly fun and satisfying to play, they took the best parts and strengths of the games and weapons and made it even better.
    The new skills with silk bind feel surprisingly natural to use. The extra mobility is just excellent. Returning monsters, new    What a beautiful game ! Been playing monster hunter games since Freedom 2 and the franchise improved a lot since then !
    Rise just feel incredibly fun and satisfying to play, they took the best parts and strengths of the games and weapons and made it even better.
    The new skills with silk bind feel surprisingly natural to use. The extra mobility is just excellent.
    Returning monsters, new moves, secrets, features, ect : everything is just so nicely put together!
    And the Rampage quests are just super fun with a group a friend !
    Monster Hunter Rise is an excellent game !    … Expand
  25. thepaidninja
    May 8, 2021
    10
    Down right the best monster hunter game for both new players and veterans, and it runs so smoothly on switch while looking beautiful!
  26. mistertraphouse
    May 15, 2021
    8
    Great game, as expected. I've been playing since 4 Ultimate and while I don't quite like Rise as much as World, it's still a great experience that I'd especially recommend to newcomers. It's perhaps the most fluid and accessible entry, and it feels quite a bit easier than World, Generations and especially 4 Ultimate. Give this game a shot, and you'll sink in dozens of hours in no time.Great game, as expected. I've been playing since 4 Ultimate and while I don't quite like Rise as much as World, it's still a great experience that I'd especially recommend to newcomers. It's perhaps the most fluid and accessible entry, and it feels quite a bit easier than World, Generations and especially 4 Ultimate. Give this game a shot, and you'll sink in dozens of hours in no time. Make sure to manage your money well!… Expand
  27. MrChameleon
    May 28, 2021
    10
    Superb Game running suprisingly good on the Switch. The use of the capabiities of the RE Engine on a Switch is genius!

    Gameplay is expected Monster Hunter-Goodness. Wirebugs are a little gimmicky but it really adds to just more gameplay. Which i like.

    Ten.
  28. MibusWolf
    May 29, 2021
    10
    I was doubting about buying this game for the Switch because I thought the graphics would be terrible but is maybe one of the bests Switch Games on Graphics and Fluidity of the controls, I consider it as a must to buy for this season on Nintendo Switch.
  29. FunkyBoi
    Jun 2, 2021
    9
    Amazing gameplay. The monsters are well designed, the weapons feel satisfying to wield, and the pacing is excellent, even when grinding for materials. There's a steady, underlying sense of progression that permeates the entire experience, whether it be improving one's gear or improving one's gameplay, which made the game feel fulfilling throughout. Although the story and characters were aAmazing gameplay. The monsters are well designed, the weapons feel satisfying to wield, and the pacing is excellent, even when grinding for materials. There's a steady, underlying sense of progression that permeates the entire experience, whether it be improving one's gear or improving one's gameplay, which made the game feel fulfilling throughout. Although the story and characters were a little barebones and cliche, the strength of the core gameplay loops kept me thoroughly hooked all the way to the credits, and an extra 120+ hours beyond that. The music is fantastic, especially some of the monster-specific themes, and the UI is incredibly intuitive to navigate. Monster Hunter Rise is quite a complex game, and although the in-game tutorials were well-spread out and quite informative, there is still quite a bit of onus on the individual to go the extra mile and do some out-of-game study in order to explore the full extent of the game's systems and weapon mechanics. I wholeheartedly recommend this game to anyone who enjoys mechanically deep, action RPGs.… Expand
  30. Jaovitu
    Jun 5, 2021
    9
    I love it. They removed boring things from previous mh games such as whetstones, paintballs, pickaxes and etc, implemented wirebugs which i love and maintained the scaling for hub quests (it was soo bad when you had to do such long hunts to kill monsters because they were meant for a full party) and also i love the new monsters designs, specially because they are based on japanese mythsI love it. They removed boring things from previous mh games such as whetstones, paintballs, pickaxes and etc, implemented wirebugs which i love and maintained the scaling for hub quests (it was soo bad when you had to do such long hunts to kill monsters because they were meant for a full party) and also i love the new monsters designs, specially because they are based on japanese myths and are very well done. Unlike a lot of people, i was not disappointed with the 3.0 update and don't think the game lacks content, specially considering there will be something like an iceborne expansion in the future with everything people think is missing. Imo rise is great for a base game, it delivers more than 200 hours of good content and tbh i have yet to feel bored playing. I think the only problems are the lack of unique apex equipment and i think they should've developed more the characters storywise… Expand
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#10 Best Switch Game of 2021
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#3 Most Discussed Switch Game of 2021

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Generally favorable reviews - based on 122 Critic Reviews

Critic score distribution:
  1. Positive: 118 out of 122
  2. Mixed: 4 out of 122
  3. Negative: 0 out of 122
  1. Ninty Fresh Magazine
    Dec 3, 2021
    95
    Monster Hunter Rise is absolutely phenomenal. It will be a worthy contender for GOTY but could easily be discussed as Game of the System. [Issue #4, p. 49]
  2. CD-Action
    Nov 19, 2021
    90
    I’m impressed by how well the developers thought this game through. Rise simultaneously improves the formula used in World and makes Monster Hunter more friendly towards newcomers. It makes great use of Switch’s nature and by clearly separating the multiplayer from the single-player campaign, it ensures you’re going to have fun regardless of the circumstances. Apart from one subpar mode (which imitates a tower defense), it’s an amazing game. [06/2021, p.42]
  3. Checkpoint Gaming
    May 29, 2021
    90
    Rise has taken note of the franchise’s most successful elements, and refined them into the best Monster Hunter yet. By continuing the streamlining that Generations and World started, Rise has focused on making the actual hunting the most engaging it has ever been.
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