Monster Hunter Rise

Monster Hunter is a fascinating series, mostly because of how open-ended it is. Nearly everyone’s experience is different. Whether that involves frustration or elation at any given moment is entirely up to you. Even as a veteran, it can be a mix of both! But Monster Hunter Rise has so much personality, and adds several key mechanics into the mix, that it elicits far more joy than suffering, so long as you’re willing to work with it. As is the case with most entries, Rise once again tasks players with literally hunting down various big bad beasties using a variety of weapons and playstyles.