Monster Hunter: World (2018)

Developer: CAPCOM Co., Ltd.
Platforms: Windows
Genres: Action
Rating: 4.4 of 5, 513,129 player ratings
Typical playtime: about 96 hours
Where to get it: Steam

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How it feels

Hunting massive monsters in a living, breathing ecosystem feels strategic and thrilling, with a rewarding loop of crafting and upgrading gear.

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What players say

Players praise the addictive grind and co-op fun, but are split on the story's forced solo cutscenes that make multiplayer clunky. The game offers deep weapon variety and a huge roster of monsters, though some find the repetition and difficulty spike with certain monsters brutal.

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