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MONSTER HUNTER STORIES instead of going full beast mode and hunting monsters, you’re out here bonding with them, hatching eggs, and raising your own monster squad called Monsties (adorable name, amirite? KagerouHappy). You play as a young Rider (not the biker kind, more like the Pokémon Trainer kind) from Hakum Village, where people believe in coexisting with monsters instead of whacking them with giant swords. But of course, things go sideways when a shady group starts messing with the natural order, and it’s up to you and your Monsties to save the day. Cue epic turn-based battles, monster collecting, and a surprisingly heartfelt story about friendship and responsibility.


GAME DATASHEET
NameMONSTER HUNTER STORIES
GenreOpen-world (kinda)
Monster-taming JRPG
Console3DS, Android, iOS
PS4, Switch, PC
Released2017
DeveloperCAPCOM
Marvelous
PublisherCAPCOM
LanguageJapanese | English | Spanish |
German | Italian | French | Dutch


Okay, so STORIES is low-key a gem. It takes the MONSTER HUNTER formula, flips it on its head, and turns it into a monster-collecting JRPG that’s way more accessible than the main games. The turn-based combat is a nice change of pace, instead of sweating over precise button combos, you’re strategizing with rock-paper-scissors mechanics (Power > Technical > Speed > Power). It’s simple but satisfying, especially when you’re teaming up with your Monsties for flashy double attacks.

The monster-raising aspect is the real star here. Hatching eggs and discovering what Monstie you get is straight-up addictive. You can ride them, customize their genes (yeah, it gets kinda sci-fi), and even dress them up in cool gear. It’s like Pokémon but with a MONSTER HUNTER twist, and honestly, it works way better than it has any right to. It’s got heart, style, and a whole lot of monster-riding shenanigans. Just don’t go in expecting the hardcore action of the mainline games, this is more about vibes and Monstie hugs.


The story is pretty standard JRPG fare, young hero saves the world, blah blah. The characters are endearing, and the bond between Riders and Monsties is genuinely heartwarming. Plus, the art style is super colorful and cute, which is a nice break from the gritty realism of the main series.


That said, it’s not perfect. Like any JRPG, it can get grindy at times, especially if you’re trying to max out your Monsties. And while the world is fun to explore, it’s not exactly open-world, more like a series of connected zones.



Download

Are you ready to hatch some eggs, bond with your Monsties, and take down hordes of monsters like a true Rider? Then grab your Kinship Stone and smash that download button below! If you’re more of a laid-back strategist, no sweat, just kick back and use the Remote Install feature to get everything prepped for your adventure. Once you’re set, your Monstie squad will march straight onto your HOME Menu. Let’s ride into battle and show ‘em what we’ve got!