Monster Hunter Rise

Buy on PC. Definitely buy, well worth it.

Objectively excellent game that's best on Switch, but PC version falls short due to World's shadow. Wire bug trivializes encounters, removing tension and fear central to Monster Hunter.

The best Monster Hunter has ever felt with stellar monster designs, a dictating gameplay loop, and deeply enjoyable combat. All feedback from the base game has been addressed.

Solid expansion that delivers challenging master rank hunts and new gear, but feels incremental with conservative design choices and could be priced lower for better value.

An exceedingly excellent expansion with outstanding new monsters and enhanced core mechanics that feel more meaningful and strategic than the base game.

Impressive Switch exclusive with fantastic visuals and engaging hunting gameplay, though multiplayer lacks voice chat.

A strongly favorable review that rates this entry above Monster Hunter World. The wirebug transforms both traversal and combat, monster riding and the improved Palamute/Palico buddies add depth, and rampage quests bring welcome variety alongside excellent boss design, audio, and an endearing village setting. The main downside is the Switch's technical ceiling, locking it to 1080p and sub-30fps, though the experience is deemed well worth its price.

Fantastic Monster Hunter experience on Switch with engaging combat, impressive verticality, and rewarding progression that justifies the steep learning curve.

Should absolutely play if you enjoyed World; feels like an evolution with great QoL improvements.