Monster Hunter Rise

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6.8

Mixed or average reviews- based on 1095 Ratings

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  1. lexgamer
    Apr 5, 2021
    10
    One thing I noticed about the negative reviews, is that a significant number of them could easily have their complaints addressed if they just looked into the games options menu. And if not that, some are just wrong, such as, "It's too bad they took [X] out," where [X] is a thing that is in fact still in the game. Not counting those reviews, this would easily land in the 98-99 ratingOne thing I noticed about the negative reviews, is that a significant number of them could easily have their complaints addressed if they just looked into the games options menu. And if not that, some are just wrong, such as, "It's too bad they took [X] out," where [X] is a thing that is in fact still in the game. Not counting those reviews, this would easily land in the 98-99 rating range.

    Like most everyone who loves Monster Hunter, I didn't like the series at first, it finally clicked in 4U, and bloomed into my favorite series in World, and now Rise is the new pinnacle of the series; this game is a master piece. Hunt, craft, repeat. And do it all with friends.    … Expand
  2. gustave154
    Apr 3, 2021
    10
    Best monster hunter for noobs that are new to the hunting genre of games. Fast mobility, easier progression of enemies and an overall feeling of excitement despite the dated graphics. Fun on the go as well as playing with friends, this will be the best game to join in the fun of monster hunting!
  3. Ernestotaku
    Mar 30, 2021
    10
    One of the best Monster Hunters.
    It remembers me of Tri, the same sensation of being a real NEW monster hunter.
    Love all the mechanics and the dynamism.

    And we are talking about the core game, without updates.... And if this turns a G for free (looks like) makes this game the best one.
  4. NyreX
    Apr 2, 2021
    10
    It's pretty good, probably one of the best in the series, I could even say the best in the series!
  5. kiwijinxter
    Mar 27, 2021
    10
    I have played every iteration of the Monster Hunter series since MH3 Ultimate on the Nintendo DS then 3DS (though I've not played MH World). MH Rise maintains the fun of monster hunting (it's most fun when hunting with other players) but adds two key things:

    1. Quality of life improvements e.g. it's quicker to collect materials along the way (it used to be painfully slow), the Palamute    I have played every iteration of the Monster Hunter series since MH3 Ultimate on the Nintendo DS then 3DS (though I've not played MH World). MH Rise maintains the fun of monster hunting (it's most fun when hunting with other players) but adds two key things:

    1. Quality of life improvements e.g. it's quicker to collect materials along the way (it used to be painfully slow), the Palamute speeds up travel, hold A to carve a fallen monster multiple times, etc.

    2. Fun new mechanics such as the wirebug which turns you into a bit of a mini Tarzan, and of course, the monster or wyvern riding capability, letting you control some monsters

    If you're new to Monster Hunter, my advice is to take it easy. Take your own sweet time at the beginning with the single player "campaign" which walks you through different quests which introduces you key aspects of the game. There is a whole lot to learn, however, you don't need to learn everything in order to enjoy the game. Just learn the basics, and I would say the key basic thing to learn is weapon handling - just pick ONE weapon (easier ones to pick up include sword and shield, dual sword, long sword - note easy to pick up doesn't mean easy to master!), and learn how to use it. (The next important thing is to learn how different monsters "behave" during hunts - it's the difference between success and failure in a hunt!) Your weapon is the main thing (other than armour next) that will carry you through your initial hunts. In fact, once you are familiar with the weapon system, you can immediately jump on multiplayer as well just to get a feel of hunting with other players. Monster Hunter is best played with others around the world - that's the fun of it!

    If you're a veteran of Monster Hunter, well, you don't need any advice. All that you knew is still there, but you get to enjoy the quality of life stuff that makes Monster Hunter Rise much more enjoyable since some of the terribly boring and painfully mundane mechanics have been taken out of the mix, letting you jump on multiplayer hunts immediately. That's not all though - there are new mechanics for you to learn too - the new Tarzan moves with the fun wirebugs, new Switch skills, etc. Hunting is still soooo fun!

    If you've played Monster Hunter World before this, you may find the mechanics in Rise just a slightly more "complicated" at times, but it's a perfect jumping on point because you're already familiar with hunts and weapons.

    As a result, I must say that Monster Hunter Rise is THE best in the Monster Hunter series and is a great time for new Monster Hunter players to join in the hunt, while returning or veteran hunters can continue enjoying the game with lots of new stuff - and helping new Monster Hunter players enjoy the journey.

    Jump in and enjoy the thrill of the hunt! Absolute 10/10!    … Expand
  6. Davel33123
    Mar 29, 2021
    10
    I knew after the demo that this was going to be something special and after 15 hours I gotta say they have nailed it . It's totally designed for the switch and looks and plays phenomenal on it !
    The stages and combat now are incredible bit best of all is the music ! I'm buying the soundtrack to this gem of a game ! Buy it
  7. Kymaik
    Nov 16, 2021
    10
    An absolute delight of a game and a turn to the older generation type of monster hunter games while keeping the good things of World. Good for. both new and veteran players
  8. Danthereddevil
    Mar 27, 2021
    10
    Amazing game, highly recommend to any one on the fence about this great game franchise. Graphics are superb as well as how smooth the game runs.

    Gameplay takes a massive step up from previous entries thanks to the amazing wire bug and also switch skillsmassively improve the 14 weapons moves
  9. Zandercole
    Mar 28, 2021
    10
    Absolute perfection... more accessible than previous MH titles. Armor and weapon redesigns are fantastically realized. The new wirebug system is incredibly fresh.
  10. weasleye
    Apr 3, 2021
    10
    an absolutely perfect middle ground between what was already established in MH previous nintendo platform exclusives and what monster hunter world brought to the table on its multi platform release. Absolutely love the new pets, new skill system and retooled armor and weapon upgrades. The pace is quite a bit faster than any monster hunter that has come before which serves to keep thingsan absolutely perfect middle ground between what was already established in MH previous nintendo platform exclusives and what monster hunter world brought to the table on its multi platform release. Absolutely love the new pets, new skill system and retooled armor and weapon upgrades. The pace is quite a bit faster than any monster hunter that has come before which serves to keep things fresh while respecting your time as a player.

    Love this game and I have put in about 15-20 hours so far before writing this. I am also a veteran of the series owning all D.S. releases and putting in another 150 plus hours into generations on release and world. Trust me this game is the best possible jumping in point for new comers and a treat for veterans.    … Expand
  11. abowman
    Apr 8, 2021
    10
    It so refreshing for a AAA game to not only work out of the gate, but be excellent in just about every category. After attempting to play outriders and dealing with issue after issue, coming back to this game is a breath of fresh air.

    I was worried that after playing MHW that I would be disappointed with them going back to Nintendo, and boy was I wrong. If you enjoy MH games, this a    It so refreshing for a AAA game to not only work out of the gate, but be excellent in just about every category. After attempting to play outriders and dealing with issue after issue, coming back to this game is a breath of fresh air.

    I was worried that after playing MHW that I would be disappointed with them going back to Nintendo, and boy was I wrong.

    If you enjoy MH games, this a no brainer purchase.    … Expand
  12. TheCrisp11
    Apr 1, 2021
    10
    Played a little bit of MH World and couldn't get into it very much like other RPGs I've played. But with Rise, the quality of life enhancements and the overall flow of this game really clicked for me. The hype is real about the graphics and performance polish this game has for running on the Switch. I am also planning on getting it for PC when that drops next year, but it is worth thePlayed a little bit of MH World and couldn't get into it very much like other RPGs I've played. But with Rise, the quality of life enhancements and the overall flow of this game really clicked for me. The hype is real about the graphics and performance polish this game has for running on the Switch. I am also planning on getting it for PC when that drops next year, but it is worth the price tag now if you got a Switch. 10/10

    Graphics: 10/10

    Game play: 10/10

    Performance 10/10    … Expand
  13. AbsoluteZer0
    Mar 28, 2021
    10
    Absolutely a lot of fun. Granted its a step down in terms of graphics from world but to me, personally, I never played these games because of their fancy graphics. Are they nice? Yes. But the next one on all platforms will be graphically intensive so I'm okay with this.

    Overall Rise is just so much fun. I've been playing since the Freedom Unite days and The verticility, the maps, the    Absolutely a lot of fun. Granted its a step down in terms of graphics from world but to me, personally, I never played these games because of their fancy graphics. Are they nice? Yes. But the next one on all platforms will be graphically intensive so I'm okay with this.

    Overall Rise is just so much fun. I've been playing since the Freedom Unite days and The verticility, the maps, the monsters, the weapon designs, the village oh and the village theme is all so well bloody done. That music is incredibly well done. The sound design in this game is awesome. It's a nice mashup of MHworld, a little bit of a classic feeling while also being incredibly accessible to everyone. The Village feels alive. The colours are much more vibrant. The incredible setting of the Japanese inspired village and Haiku monster intros. The switch skills and wirebug techniques are also really well done and add a new layer to hunting. Definately up there with one of my favourites in the series.    … Expand
  14. Hyph
    May 18, 2021
    10
    This might be the #2 best switch game of all time. Next to BoTW...

    I bought Monster Hunter World for PS4 but got bored really fast. I was overwhelmed by all of the systems...I spent most of my time running in between areas of the map. My friends told me they were playing and I went "ughhh I cant believe you're playing that" Fast forward to buying RISE.....I saw enough review that I    This might be the #2 best switch game of all time. Next to BoTW...

    I bought Monster Hunter World for PS4 but got bored really fast. I was overwhelmed by all of the systems...I spent most of my time running in between areas of the map. My friends told me they were playing and I went "ughhh I cant believe you're playing that"

    Fast forward to buying RISE.....I saw enough review that I thought hmm I'll give it one more chance.

    The game is impeccable. The things I disliked about the previous monster hunter game have been changed with the addition of mounted movement (at anytime) and the wirebug (grappling hook)

    I simply cannot stop playing this game. If you like 3rd person action games...If you like RPGs at all this is a must buy. This is one of those moments in gaming history where any description I might give you wouldnt do it justice. Just buy it...give it a chance and let it wash over you. Enjoy    … Expand
  15. Vile-Okami
    Apr 2, 2021
    10
    Easily my favorite Monster Hunter yet. Adding the Wirebug and Palamute makes getting around the maps a ton of fun. Monster variety is much better than the previous outing, as well as armor and weapons.
  16. Sabrewulf1
    Mar 29, 2021
    10
    Don't compare to World like most of you tube is! This game is the successor to generations ultimate. the way multiplayer works, single player, food, palico training area, quests, everything is born from the old school monster hunter. there is quality of life enhancements such as no loads between areas and load time are really quick. the armour and weapon systems are pretty much the sameDon't compare to World like most of you tube is! This game is the successor to generations ultimate. the way multiplayer works, single player, food, palico training area, quests, everything is born from the old school monster hunter. there is quality of life enhancements such as no loads between areas and load time are really quick. the armour and weapon systems are pretty much the same too.

    Essentially, the quality of life and the new mechanics don't break the game. it is easier than previous titles, but only because your already a skilled hunter if returning to the series. I thought it was stupid easy until I seen family that have never touched the series before trying to get to grips with it all, then I realised that I do have over 5000 hours spent on the series since early 2000's.

    I do miss mechanics from world that I had got used to sure. For instance, I really miss the clutch claw, hanging off its face and punching it directly in the face to turn the hulking beast and smashing a monster into a wall from it is way more satisfying than silk bind control, dropping off a high level directly landing on and mounting the monster is immense fun and missing too. Another infuriating thing is when the creature is battered and needs to run away, you could zip onto it in world and keep it in the area, which now its going to get away even on the back of your trusty Palamute, BUT, that's why all this should not be a comparison to World, its not World. The mechanics feel more of a direct lineage upgrade from generations ultimate rather than from world. World is very western in its story and its characters, and overall look (designed to be so) . Rise goes out of its way to introduce Japanese culture. its built for the handheld market, and that has always been strongest in Japan and Asia.

    Any monster hunter worth his salt is going to own every console or Pc with a current monster hunter game. world will have a world 2 for pc and console, and rise is the start of Capcom's new handheld MH Branding. So get ready to own 2 consoles or Nintendo and a pc whilst MH Stories is Capcom's mobile phone branding. As a business structure its sound (own three games rather than 1) and this will pave the way for a very bright future for all of us hunters as all games are fully supported. The series is still in the 'growing the fan base and loyalty' stage of development due to the west being late to the MH party.

    As for possible lack of content, you only have to see how Capcom have handled this in the past with constant updates and new monsters/weapons/armour/areas. your game is going to stay relevant for a very long time.
    lets hope Capcom don't do an EA or Activision once they have the massive user base, because you can see how that went, all those micro transactions and ripping the customer until the product saturated the market and fell from grace because of greed is to blame for the vacuum of power in the gaming world, and Capcom and Square Enix were just waiting for that moment to launch Jap gaming back into the mainstream.

    MH Rise is worth every penny. Cannot wait for G rank in rise and world 2 on the next gen consoles!    … Expand
  17. WEREWOLF07
    Mar 30, 2021
    10
    É um jogo que mantém tudo de bom que a franquia vem mostrando em todos esses anos, mas também cumpre muito bem o objetivo da capcom, que foi popularizar a saga, já que, antes de Monster Hunter World, era muito nichada, para isso, o jogo precisou ser simplificado para se abrir a novos públicos, e isso não é ruim, é muito bom, na verdade. Nota 10 sem dúvidas.
  18. WitheredGryphon
    Mar 29, 2021
    10
    Much like its predecessors, Monster Hunter: Rise brings with it sweeping improvements. Load times have almost entirely been erased. Unlike World, you're now able to see and interact with other Hunters in the village and hub in multiplayer. The weapons feel great and the introduction of wirebug skills helps keep the movesets fresh and even somewhat nostalgic for GU players.

    Of course, Rise    Much like its predecessors, Monster Hunter: Rise brings with it sweeping improvements. Load times have almost entirely been erased. Unlike World, you're now able to see and interact with other Hunters in the village and hub in multiplayer. The weapons feel great and the introduction of wirebug skills helps keep the movesets fresh and even somewhat nostalgic for GU players.

    Of course, Rise still has some faults. Every now and then the FPS will take a dive. The game also seems to eat a lot of battery. Also, because your companions now always join you in multiplayer, it can be difficult to see with four players on the screen.

    Even so, Rise's stellar experience and gameplay easily earn it a 10 from me.    … Expand
  19. dundee
    Mar 31, 2021
    10
    My first Monster Hunter game, oh boy it's amazing!! and it runs great on switch!!
  20. wanderlei2
    Mar 27, 2021
    10
    This game took everything that was great with World and put it in classic Monster Hunter.

    This is the better game.
  21. Mrtrufox
    Mar 29, 2021
    10
    es una burrada lo que han hecho con el motor en swich muy bestia ,al mismo tiempo han depurado mecanicas como el tema de picar reemplazando las tres veces por una sola.
  22. eSKAone
    Apr 7, 2021
    10
    Really cool what Capcom did with gameplay. Impressive what they achieved graphics wise. And the overall natural animations, the cute voice-over, and the adorable interactions between you and your buddies are the perfect sauce for this dish. On handheld the 30 fps are perfectly fine (on a big screen I get a headache, like with every low fps game). I believe Switch games are optimized forReally cool what Capcom did with gameplay. Impressive what they achieved graphics wise. And the overall natural animations, the cute voice-over, and the adorable interactions between you and your buddies are the perfect sauce for this dish. On handheld the 30 fps are perfectly fine (on a big screen I get a headache, like with every low fps game). I believe Switch games are optimized for handheld first, and that's the right choice for me. I love it… Expand
  23. danielmmy
    Mar 28, 2021
    10
    This is the first time I have actually given the opportunity to learn how to play a MH game and honestly I only regret not giving the opportunity sooner. I'm using the charge blade for most of my play. After finally learning how to pull off the combos I can guarantee that the satisfaction and feeling of achievement were well worth the effort. The game looks beautiful on the switch and theThis is the first time I have actually given the opportunity to learn how to play a MH game and honestly I only regret not giving the opportunity sooner. I'm using the charge blade for most of my play. After finally learning how to pull off the combos I can guarantee that the satisfaction and feeling of achievement were well worth the effort. The game looks beautiful on the switch and the medieval Japanese scenary is gorgeous. The level of customization and possibilities is sometimes overwhelming, but amazing nonetheless. I am really loving this game so far. Strong goty candidate.… Expand
  24. HappyHermyHype
    Mar 29, 2021
    10
    The best of mh world merged with the best of classic monster Hunter in a beautiful japanese artsyle, the best music in the series, tons of new gameplay features... It's by far the best mh has ever been
  25. RafaCaldas
    May 13, 2021
    10
    excelente jogo! dinamico estrategico , e principalmente bem mais enxuto que os demais, uma delicia de jogar !
  26. ElisDad84
    Mar 27, 2021
    10
    One of the best games on Switch hands down, my favorite actually, and the best Monster Hunter to date! The graphics, gameplay, music are all top notch quality that you’d expect from the Monster Hunter teams at Capcom. This game is amazing in every sense of the word! Do not hesitate to buy it! 10/10, 2021 Game of the Year!
  27. SMITHBOY12
    Mar 29, 2021
    10
    Game looks and feels amazing. Hard to believe they could pull this off on the switch
  28. Tuskone
    Apr 10, 2021
    10
    It feels a bit unfinished, the groundwork is amazing, the mobility, new monster designs and move set, it's all great. World only had 1 extra monster on launch compared to Rise though, so over time this entry can reach extremely high, with the inclusion of master/G ranks, doubling the roster, adding to and finishing up the main story.

    But overall it's a very decent entry.
  29. BLI5T3R
    Mar 29, 2021
    10
    World was great but couldn't stand the time spent running around. MH Rise is a game changer! So many quality of life changes. No loading times, mount to travel, in town you can quick travel plus lots more. Great job Capcom!
  30. lattes
    Mar 29, 2021
    10
    Monster Hunter rise improves in a lot o manners the MH experience. It has a more interesting tematic and setting. It has a gorgeous, and with so much detail, art style with the paint drawings, picture mode, the UI and menus. The maps are realy interesting. Weapons never been more fun and accessible, which is a really remarkable feature when you consider that the wirebug seems ratherMonster Hunter rise improves in a lot o manners the MH experience. It has a more interesting tematic and setting. It has a gorgeous, and with so much detail, art style with the paint drawings, picture mode, the UI and menus. The maps are realy interesting. Weapons never been more fun and accessible, which is a really remarkable feature when you consider that the wirebug seems rather complex. While it does greatly diversify the range of movement, it's a intuitive mechanic, granting this iteration a feeling that is not quite like either the old games or wod/iceborne. This game gladly tried to take most good qualities from old MH structure and world's improvements. A truly lovely game.… Expand
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Generally favorable reviews - based on 122 Critic Reviews

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  1. Positive: 118 out of 122
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  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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