Monster Hunter World Reviews

Monster Hunter World is ranked in the 99th percentile of games scored on OpenCritic.
88 / 100
Jan 31, 2018

Monster Hunter: World takes everything the series does well and arguably does it better.

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ZTGD
Top Critic
9.5 / 10.0
Jan 30, 2018

I feel like I'm just scratching the surface of what Monster Hunter World has to offer. The sublime combat against a variety of awe inspiring monsters- the meaningful sense of progression where every little thing that I did felt like it mattered- it all culminated to the thrill of the hunt in those moments where with only a single life left, I fought against the odds, shoulder to shoulder with a group of strangers who became my brothers in-arms and when it was all said and done, I waved goodbye knowing that we had shared an unforgettable moment of triumph… until the next hunt.

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Feb 20, 2018

Monster Hunter: World captures that feel of hunting, and despite its technical quirks and poor design decisions, if you've got a group of friends to play with it comes highly recommended. If you're running solo, you might be better waiting for a sale.

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Feb 20, 2018

I can't honestly say it's the best Monster Hunter, as I haven't played the others, but it's the best way to get into Monster Hunter, for sure, and it stands on its own as one of the best games so far this year and likely one of my favorites going forward.

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Jan 25, 2018

There's definitely enough bang for its buck to be appealing, but we just wish that there was a little more hand-holding in the first couple of hours while you're still learning – and that's not something I thought I'd ever say about a game.

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82 / 100
Aug 7, 2018

For all its flaws, Monster Hunter: World is proof that a game can be more than the sum of its parts.

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GameMAG
Zellel
Top Critic
8.5 / 10.0
Aug 19, 2018

Monster Hunter World takes a huge step towards a new audience, not simplifying, but simply optimizing the old overloaded mechanics. Old fans will be delighted. [OpenCritic note: Zelliel separately reviewed the PC (8) and PS4 (9) versions. The scores have been averaged.]

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Drew Leachman
Top Critic
9.5 / 10.0
Aug 22, 2018

Capcom knocked it out of the park with Monster Hunter World.

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8.8 / 10.0
Aug 27, 2018

When it comes to Monster Hunter, the level of depth in the game leaves a lot to talk about, and I don't think it's possible to capture everything in this review.

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The Games Machine
Danilo Dellafrana
Top Critic
9.5 / 10.0
Aug 12, 2018

The series arrives for the first time on PC as a really well done adaptation. Monster Hunter World is a stable and ever so graphically satisfying experience.

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90 / 100
Jan 25, 2018

The almost perfect evolution of this beloved franchise. Monster Hunter: World is everything we wanted in a Monster Hunter game.

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Jan 25, 2018

Monster Hunter: World is a balancing act of accessibility and classic appeal. Novice fans will enjoy the reasonable streamlining and fluid combat, while veterans will relish in the seemingly endless challenges set aside for high ranked players. Whatever 2018 brings, I'll be playing this game for a long, long time.

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9.5 / 10.0
Jan 25, 2018

They created an immersive living and breathing world, allowing players to fully enjoy the charm of the titular monsters within a credible ecosystem. Combined with solid improvements in story and gameplay, this makes Monster Hunter World a must-have game for veteran fans and novices alike.

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9.5 / 10.0
Jan 25, 2018

This is the modernization that Monster Hunter definitely needed. Not only is it the most dynamic title in the series to date, it's just a fantastic action role-playing game. Even if you've bounced off the series in the past, I highly recommend giving Monster Hunter: World a try. It's where the series finally truly clicked for me, and that is very much by design. Capcom has updated their formula for a new generation, and it's a real treat for all.

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89 / 100
Jan 25, 2018

The series has never been so beautiful and accessible. Nevertheless, Monster Hunter World remains a challenging action game for grind-happy hunters.

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9 / 10
Jan 25, 2018

Monster Hunter World is the true reboot of one of Capcom's flagship series.

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ACG
Top Critic
Buy
Jan 25, 2018
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Jan 25, 2018

Monster Hunter: World is one of the best RPGs you'll ever play, and the most inviting the series has ever been. It's clear to see why the franchise has such a dedicated following, and now that fanbase is set to grow ever larger thanks to the incredible steps the developer has taken to make this game more welcoming to many more players.

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4 / 5.0
Jan 25, 2018

Every hunt in Monster Hunter: World demands so much attention from the player. There is a 50 minute time limit precisely because your prey are so tough to kill, and the game makes sure that you put in the effort and dedication required to take it down.

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10 / 10.0
Jan 25, 2018

The game could have easily done what’s safe and made minor improvements to a tried-and-true formula. Instead of going for the easy cash grab, however, Monster Hunter World takes a big risk creatively and financially by going for broke and making the most ambitious entry in the series to date. Is it perfect? No, it’s not. Is it a 10? In the eyes of this Monster Hunter veteran, absolutely. This is the best mainline Monster Hunter game I’ve played. Ever. It’s also one of the best games I’ve ever played, period.

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