Monster Hunter: World

Exceptional co-op experience with deep monster hunting and crafting. Best co-op game for bonding.

Exceptional monster design and level design with perfect combat weight. Outstanding visual splendor.

An amazing, addictive game that serves as a highly accessible clean-slate entry point even for those who never liked the series. The hunts are deeply rewarding thanks to long, tactical battles where each monster demands a different approach, supported by a huge variety of weapons, gorgeous expansive areas, and surprisingly strong story and single-player content. Plays great solo or with friends via the SOS system, and the Palico companions are a highlight.

A magnificent genre-defining game that earns its place in gaming's Hall of Fame with superb monster hunting mechanics, rewarding progression, and e...

Polished, complete game delivering everything gamers want at launch. Immense scope with legitimate free DLC. Skill-based combat with rewarding grind appeals to both casual and hardcore players. Maintains large healthy playerbase across platforms. Rare example of finished, bug-free cooperative multiplayer game deserving confidence in purchase.

AJ Rapid Fire: 9/10 — best Monster Hunter ever.

ZP: demanding combat and intricate systems; niche appeal.

Expertly designed action with thoughtful progression and creative monster roster; flat story.

Excellent entry that finally hooked Jake with satisfying combat, engaging hunts, and charming Japanese game design.