Monster Hunter Rise

Push Square

Scott McCrae·Jan 17, 2023

Critic90/100

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Monster Hunter Rise is the new standard for the series, and it's a delight to finally have it on PlayStation, thanks to the improved frame rate and visual fidelity over the original release. There's so much to it that there are still many things we haven't mentioned, like the new monster riding, sped-up collecting and mining, or the hunting helpers. It's a game this reviewer put over 100 hours in on the Switch, and we could be looking at 100 more on PS5. Monster Hunter's eternally satisfying gameplay loop is met with now-essential quality of life and traversal improvements.

Polygon

Ryan Gilliam·Jan 10, 2022

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Rise performs better on PC, but I prefer playing on the go

Rock Paper Shotgun

Katharine Castle·Jan 10, 2022

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A more than worthy successor to Monster Hunter: World, Monster Hunter Rise elevates the series to new heights with this gorgeous new PC port.

PC Gamer

Rich Stanton·Jan 10, 2022

Critic90/100

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Monster Hunter: Rise is arguably the greatest entry in Capcom's flagship series, and a game that simply never stops giving.

Eurogamer

Martin Robinson·Mar 23, 2021

Critic100/100

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I've just drifted my dog into battle, his hindlegs tilting out in a glorious arc at the press of a button for that prec…

IGN

Tom Marks·Mar 23, 2021

Critic80/100

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Monster Hunter Rise's enhanced mobility is so fun you'll never want to go back.

Game Informer

Jason Guisao·Mar 23, 2021

Critic78/100

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Monster Hunter Rise showcases its commitment to engaging combat with interesting new mechanics, but these changes aren't enough to differentiate it from previous titles.

GamesRadar+

Hirun Cryer·Mar 23, 2021

Critic80/100

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GameSpot

Richard Wakeling·Mar 23, 2021

Critic90/100

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Monster Hunter Rise's renewed focus on fully-fledged action represents the series at the peak of its powers. Its PC port makes it the definitive version of one of 2021's best games

Nintendo Life

Sayem Ahmed·Mar 23, 2021

Critic90/100

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New mechanics, monsters and a gorgeous setting make Monster Hunter Rise a new high-water mark for the franchise. The Wirebug, Switch Skills, Palamute and carefully thought-out monsters shake things up enough to make the game feel fresh for hunters who have previously spent thousands of hours with the series, and while the package could be slightly intimidating for newcomers, it's arguably the ideal place to get started if you're serious about getting into the franchise. And, with a peerless four-player multiplayer experience, the new Rampage quests are a blast. After spending some serious time with the game, it's very easy to say that Monster Hunter Rise is one of the strongest entries into the franchise to date, and another stone-cold classic for the Nintendo Switch.

Polygon

Ryan Gilliam·Mar 23, 2021

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Helping new players adjust quickly, giving veteran players a way to flex their skills