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Monster Hunter Rise
2021 · Nintendo Switch · PC · PlayStation 4 · PlayStation 5 · Xbox One · Xbox Series X|S · Action · Role-Playing · Adventure
4 scored sources · 3 countries contributing scores
Review consensus
Monster Hunter Rise is a highly mobile and approachable evolution of Capcom’s hunting formula. The Wirebug, Palamutes, Switch Skills, and Wyvern Riding add meaningful depth while making traversal and combat faster than in earlier entries. Its Japanese-inspired setting and inventive monster designs give the game a strong identity, and cooperative hunts remain exceptionally rewarding. Critics consistently identify the thin story, confusing separation between Village and Hub progression, and underdeveloped launch endgame as weaknesses. Rampage missions are an energetic experiment, though their tower-defense structure is less consistently successful than the core hunts.
Limited geographic coverage. Treat this score as an early indication.
Last researched: 2026-09-21
Pros
- Fast, expressive combat enhanced by Wirebug mobility and Switch Skills
- Excellent monster variety and distinctive Japanese-inspired art direction
- Strong cooperative multiplayer and improved quality-of-life features
- Approachable entry point without sacrificing weapon and build depth
Cons
- Thin, lightly developed story
- Village and Hub quest structure can confuse newcomers
- Launch endgame is comparatively underdeveloped
- Rampage missions and multiplayer battles can become chaotic
Review sources
4 sources found across 3 countries. This is not exhaustive worldwide coverage.
- Multiplayer.it · Italy · 90/100
- Nintendo Life · United Kingdom · 90/100
- PC Gamer · United Kingdom · 90/100
- GameSpot · United States · 90/100