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Monster Hunter Stories

Nintendo 3DS, Android, iOS • 2024

Should you play it?

Monster Hunter Stories is an RPG that takes the world of Monster Hunter and expands upon it in new and exciting ways! No longer are you hunting monsters, but raising them! In this deep story featuring heroes known as Monster Riders, you will live alongside monsters and form lifelong bonds with them.

What works

  • Charming monster collection and customization
  • Engaging turn-based combat with strategy
  • Colorful visuals and memorable music
  • Nostalgic and accessible for newcomers
  • Long playtime with post-game content

Things to keep in mind

  • Some grinding and rng elements
  • Story is simple and sometimes cheesy
  • Camera and controls can be awkward
  • Limited multiplayer and social features
  • Graphics show 3ds origins in some areas

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Monster Hunter Stories: A very typical example of its motivational profile. Motivations that often define this kind of title include Survival, Violence, Fellowship, Intimacy. Here, the score leans higher than usual among comparable games on Leadership, Expression. It leans lower than usual among comparable games on Violence.

Last update: 22/08/2026