Monster Hunter Rise
- January 19, 2023
- CAPCOM Co., Ltd.
- 85h median play time
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Reviews
- gameplay3,027 mentions
- 33 % positive mentions
- 64 % neutral mentions
- 4 % negative mentions
The gameplay in "Monster Hunter Rise" has been widely praised for its fast-paced and dynamic combat, largely attributed to the introduction of the wirebug and silkbind mechanics, which enhance mobility and allow for stylish maneuvers. While some players appreciate the streamlined mechanics and accessibility for newcomers, others feel that the game sacrifices depth and challenge compared to previous titles like "Monster Hunter World." Overall, the game offers a satisfying loop of hunting, crafting, and upgrading, making it a compelling experience for both veterans and new players alike.
“Gameplay-wise, it feels like a middle point between World and the old MH games, but the wirebug and silkbind mechanics add a lot of mobility and anime acrobatics to the mix.”
“The introduction of the wirebug mechanic allows players to perform acrobatic maneuvers, enabling greater mobility and verticality in battles.”
“The gameplay loop of Monster Hunter Rise is meticulously crafted, providing a rewarding sense of progression.”
“The gameplay feels like a massive step down in quality, combat, and overall gameplay compared to world.”
“The gameplay loop is simple; fight big monsters to get materials, use those materials to craft better gear, and repeat. However, it quickly becomes repetitive and dull.”
“The new mechanics, particularly the wirebug, make the game feel easier and less challenging, which detracts from the overall experience.”
- story2,775 mentions
- 13 % positive mentions
- 79 % neutral mentions
- 8 % negative mentions
The story in "Monster Hunter Rise" is generally considered minimal and serves primarily as a backdrop for the gameplay, with many players noting that it lacks the depth and engagement found in "Monster Hunter: World." While the game features a basic narrative involving a village under threat from monsters, the quests often feel repetitive and disconnected from a compelling storyline, leading to a focus on the hunting mechanics rather than the plot. The introduction of rampage quests, which are seen as a less enjoyable tower defense mechanic, further detracts from the overall narrative experience, although the expansion "Sunbreak" is noted to improve the story elements significantly.
“The story has never particularly been the main focus in any Monster Hunter game, but story enjoyers can still get an excellent amount of enjoyment out of exploring the world and finding various pieces of lore hidden in conversation and collectibles around the map.”
“The story is pretty decent, but tbh who plays Monster Hunter for the story imo.”
“The story feels tacked on and lacks any real depth, making it difficult to become emotionally invested in the world or its inhabitants.”
“The story is, as always for the franchise, meh - just to keep you moving forward.”
“The story is barely even existent until halfway through rank 3 mandatory quests, and then it turns out that the main story quests are just a tower defense game mode, that even though you defeat and kill a ton of monsters you get basically none of their parts.”
- graphics1,815 mentions
- 29 % positive mentions
- 59 % neutral mentions
- 12 % negative mentions
The graphics of "Monster Hunter Rise" have received mixed reviews, with many players noting that they are a noticeable downgrade compared to "Monster Hunter World," primarily due to its development as a Nintendo Switch title. While some appreciate the vibrant art style and character designs, others criticize the lower graphical fidelity, particularly in environmental detail and texture quality. Overall, while the game runs smoothly on various hardware and offers a visually appealing experience, it lacks the immersive graphics and expansive world design that fans enjoyed in its predecessor.
“With its engaging gameplay loop and stunning visuals, 'Monster Hunter Rise' offers an experience that both veterans and newcomers can enjoy.”
“The vibrant art style and attention to detail bring the world of Kamura Village and its surrounding environments to life.”
“The game's visuals are nothing short of breathtaking, with meticulously detailed monster designs and lush environments that bring the world of Kamura Village to life in vivid detail.”
“The graphics are a noticeable downgrade (it was made as a switch game...so it makes sense why but its still disappointing) and quests pop up in massive speech bubbles cluttering the screen in the hub.”
“The graphics are clearly inferior to world, but it is still passable and looks decent enough to pass as a graphically-pleasing looking game in my opinion.”
“The graphics feel like you are playing a game from 10 years ago, not in 2022.”
- grinding763 mentions
- 0 % positive mentions
- 3 % neutral mentions
- 97 % negative mentions
The grinding aspect of "Monster Hunter Rise" has received mixed feedback from players. While many appreciate the streamlined mechanics and faster farming processes compared to previous titles, others find the endgame grinding, particularly for talismans and anomaly investigations, to be tedious and overly repetitive. Overall, the game maintains its core grindy nature, which can be enjoyable for fans of the genre, especially when playing with friends, but may feel overwhelming or frustrating for newcomers or those less inclined towards grinding.
“No farming for decos is heaven; there is still grind for talismans, but they are not crucial as decos. You can still complete your build by using basic talismans.”
“Base game took me 40 hours to complete, and that is with the defender set and just playing the majority of the storyline without grinding for other gear.”
“There's no grinding lands; no place you go to that passively spawns monsters and unique materials for post-game content that lets you just mess around and kill some enemies to level up the region.”
“The worst part, in my opinion, is that at the later stages of the game, you really need to spend a couple of minutes buffing yourself exploring the map which becomes very tedious.”
“Endgame anomaly grinding is boring and too long.”
“The endgame feels like an afterthought; it's extremely grindy without being rewarding and consists mainly of making a number go higher without adding anything new to the picture.”
- optimization525 mentions
- 26 % positive mentions
- 62 % neutral mentions
- 12 % negative mentions
The optimization of "Monster Hunter Rise" has received mixed feedback, with many praising its smooth performance across various platforms, particularly on PC where it runs well even on lower-end hardware. However, recent updates introducing the Enigma DRM have led to significant performance issues, including stuttering and frame drops, particularly affecting Steam Deck compatibility and overall gameplay experience. While the game was initially well-optimized, the addition of DRM has caused frustration among players, leading to calls for Capcom to address these performance degradations.
“The game runs smoothly on all platforms, with very few performance issues, which is a commendable achievement given the scale of the world and the complexity of monster encounters.”
“I really love this game; it runs smoothly on even minimum-spec devices due to its lightweight design.”
“Performance is fantastic and the game looks gorgeous.”
“Adding the DRM made my experience with the game lousy and not fun. It's not consistent FPS, and I turned up all the performance in my PC, but it's still not enough because of the DRM. I won't get consistent FPS; it's terrible right now. Don't buy this. I love Monster Hunter, but the business practices of Capcom are awful. The DRM is causing FPS drops on my system. I changed my opinion on Capcom now; I won't buy the next game if it has performance issues and the same DRM.”
“The new DRM they have in place completely broke my game. It doesn't run properly and has massive performance issues. On top of that, their new Enigma DRM is triggering my anti-virus, which it has not done before.”
“Capcom added a DRM over a year after release, which breaks the game entirely on Steam Deck, is incredibly invasive, is run by the worst people imaginable, and chucks performance in a game that already had performance issues.”
- music474 mentions
- 52 % positive mentions
- 45 % neutral mentions
- 3 % negative mentions
The music in "Monster Hunter Rise" has received widespread acclaim for its beautiful compositions and cultural infusion, blending traditional Japanese instruments with epic orchestral scores. Many players highlight the soundtrack as a standout feature, enhancing the immersive experience during gameplay and boss battles, although some express disappointment over the repetitiveness of certain tracks. Overall, the game's music is considered a significant strength, contributing to its vibrant atmosphere and emotional engagement.
“Beautiful game, runs very well on my deck handheld or docked (with xbox controller), classic monster hunter gameplay but with a fabulous Japanese style, amazing soundtrack - strong recommend if that's your thing :)”
“The music in Monster Hunter Rise is a highlight, weaving traditional Japanese instruments with epic orchestral scores.”
“The soundtrack is perfect, really gets you into that Monster Hunter feeling.”
“The soundtrack is less exciting, and there is a monster that doesn't have any music at all, just silence.”
“The music looped so much while fighting the large monster, it gave me a headache.”
“The village theme is incredibly grating, to the point that I'll turn up the music volume during a hunt so I can hear the classic triumphal horn theme playing at the end of a mission, only to turn it down so I don't have to deal with the hub music.”
- humor143 mentions
- 99 % positive mentions
- -1 % neutral mentions
- 2 % negative mentions
The humor in the game is widely appreciated, with players highlighting its quirky characters, funny monster designs, and amusing interactions, particularly involving pets and NPCs. Many reviews mention the comedic moments that arise during gameplay, such as unexpected events and silly animations, contributing to a lighthearted and enjoyable experience. Overall, the game's charm and humor enhance the fun of hunting monsters, making it a memorable adventure for players.
“This is my first ever Monster Hunter game and I love it! The funny farting armadillo goes brrrr.”
“A child came out of the ground with a mounted gatling gun and started laughing like a mad person while gunning down monsters... doesn't get more Japanese than that.”
“The characters, the hilariously charming goofiness of some of it (and the flat-out dark menace of the actual monsters you fight the rest of it).”
“The humor falls flat and feels forced, making it more cringe-worthy than funny.”
“The jokes are so unoriginal that they become painful to listen to.”
“I found the attempts at humor to be awkward and unengaging.”
- stability112 mentions
- 39 % positive mentions
- 2 % neutral mentions
- 59 % negative mentions
The stability of the game has received mixed reviews, with some players reporting smooth performance and minimal issues, particularly on the Steam Deck and lower-end PCs. However, many users have experienced frequent crashes, freezes, and bugs, particularly related to save files and multiplayer connectivity, leading to significant frustration. Overall, while some players enjoy a stable experience, a substantial number report that the game is plagued by instability and technical problems.
“Game runs great on deck and has an accessible difficulty curve!”
“The game runs great on my 1070ti at 2k resolution, getting steady frame rates on the best graphics settings, and I've only had 1 crash in 70 hours, which was a result of me alt-tabbing very awkwardly.”
“In all, plays great, runs great, looks great.”
“All of a sudden, the game freezes constantly after launching.”
“With all that being said, if this thing freezes on startup one more time, I'm going to lose my mind.”
“The game does not launch anymore on Steam Deck and freezes my PC. Adding DRM ruined the game for many; reverse this discussion or you lose customer trust, Capcom.”
- replayability67 mentions
- 39 % positive mentions
- 55 % neutral mentions
- 6 % negative mentions
Overall, "Monster Hunter Rise" is praised for its exceptional replayability, driven by diverse weapon options, engaging combat, and the social aspect of hunting with friends. While many players enjoy the game's depth and variety, some express concerns about the lack of endgame content compared to previous titles, which may affect long-term replay value. Despite these criticisms, the game is generally regarded as highly replayable, offering hundreds of hours of gameplay through its mechanics and challenges.
“With excellent combat, music, monster design, and practically infinite replayability, Monster Hunter Rise was not only a gateway to Monster Hunter as a whole, but a fresh, new, eye-opening experience I've enjoyed for the past three or so years.”
“The camaraderie and teamwork required to take down formidable monsters together add a social element to the game that enhances its replayability and longevity.”
“It features the high quality 'boss fights' that you can repeat endlessly with an amazing repertoire of weapons, each entirely changing the experience, allowing for hundreds of hours of replayability.”
“However, where Rise falls short is its endgame; it lacks the same constant replayability by having no similar feature like the Guiding Lands or the big gathering hub siege battles like Safi'jiiva and Kulve Taroth.”
“The sad reality is all the new stuff added in Rise and Sunbreak are gimmicks, which don't improve the game or make it more replayable.”
“Finally, this game does not have any replay values for me that would drive me to continue playing it after finishing it.”
- atmosphere65 mentions
- 42 % positive mentions
- 51 % neutral mentions
- 8 % negative mentions
The atmosphere in "Monster Hunter Rise" is characterized by a vibrant, lively setting that reflects a charming Japanese theme, with colorful visuals and engaging music that enhance player immersion. However, many players feel it lacks the deep, immersive world-building and ecological detail found in "Monster Hunter World," leading to mixed feelings about its overall atmospheric depth. While some appreciate the game's quirky charm and character-driven environment, others find it less satisfying compared to previous titles, particularly in terms of ecological richness and atmospheric engagement.
“The characters in the village, from the cheerful villagers to the enigmatic fugen, add personality to the setting, creating an inviting atmosphere that enhances player immersion.”
“The vibrant colors and breathtaking landscapes create an immersive atmosphere that draws you in from the moment you step foot in this awe-inspiring world.”
“The atmosphere is great as well, the village and characters all have a distinct personality and the music is wonderful.”
“My biggest surprise was how noticeable that lack of atmosphere really was.”
“If you're coming in from Monster Hunter World, prepare for a significant downgrade in terms of visuals, atmosphere, music, pacing, and the amount of content.”
“One major change between the games is the focus on world building and atmosphere (or lack thereof)... where Iceborne's environment was packed with life and minute detail, Sunbreak's is sparse and uninspiring.”
- monetization62 mentions
- 6 % positive mentions
- 65 % neutral mentions
- 29 % negative mentions
The monetization strategy in the game has drawn significant criticism, with many players expressing frustration over the prevalence of microtransactions, particularly for cosmetic items that were previously unlockable through gameplay. While some reviews acknowledge that the game offers a fair amount of content, the aggressive monetization tactics, including paywalls for layered armor and character customization, have led to a perception of the game as a cash grab. Overall, the sentiment reflects a growing concern about the direction of the franchise and its increasing reliance on monetization.
“As someone who's played Monster Hunter World, this game is a million times better. I've never been so addicted to a Monster Hunter game, with a lot of customization options, fair monetization, and a ton of great content.”
“Defining repetitive action combat, great gameplay loop without forced monetization.”
“Gameplay is as good as ever, even if the side/event quest rewards suck now due to monetization. It's a fantastic fit for the Steam Deck.”
“This game has over $630 in microtransactions for content that prior games got for free. They are also charging players $3 every time they want to change the look or voice of their character, and now they have the nerve of adding malware and anti-modding software without players' or Steam's consent.”
“Capcom is locking a lot of cosmetic items, which you would unlock via completing quests in previous entries, behind microtransactions.”
“Do your research and wait to see if they actually bother to add more because right now Monster Hunter is a massive cash grab for the sake of nostalgia, and that really hurts me as a lifelong player.”
- emotional44 mentions
- 98 % positive mentions
- 0 % neutral mentions
- 2 % negative mentions
The emotional aspect of the game elicits a mixed response from players, with some expressing deep attachment to characters and moments that evoke joy and nostalgia, while others feel disconnected due to a lack of depth in the story. Players highlight heartwarming interactions, such as petting companions and engaging with the community, which foster a sense of belonging, but frustrations over technical issues and disconnections can lead to feelings of heartbreak. Overall, the game successfully creates moments of happiness and emotional investment, despite some criticisms regarding its narrative depth and technical stability.
“There were moments so cool they made me cry.”
“I lost 600 hours of a character I had grown attached to, and it was genuinely heartbreaking, far and away the worst thing to ever happen to me in gaming.”
“The story and characters are more fleshed out than in most Monster Hunter games, with cutscenes showing off monsters or locales in a very charming way and an environment that invites you to interact with it.”
- character development16 mentions
- 31 % positive mentions
- 50 % neutral mentions
- 19 % negative mentions
Character development in the game is generally viewed as minimal, with a focus primarily on gameplay and monster hunting rather than deep storytelling or character arcs. While the character and NPC designs are praised for their aesthetic appeal and customization options, many players feel that the lack of substantial character development detracts from the overall experience. The game is described as fun and visually impressive, but it does not offer the narrative depth found in other titles.
“I love the NPC character design in this game, especially the twins!”
“Very fun in multiplayer, but also fun solo as well. The story and character designs for NPCs and monsters are out of this world, and the best part is the music and animations!”
“Character designs are also very pretty with powerful customization.”
“Don't expect deep story or character development; you're here to hunt monsters, from small to big, and to bigger.”
“Just another monster hunter game with no story, no character development, a million unexplained systems that you need to web search guides for, and repetitive fights against vastly recycled monsters from previous games.”
“In this installment, it lacks the flow of character development, and it only focuses on gameplay.”
