Monster Hunter Stories

StevivorMatt Gosper

9/10

It’s been a while since the last Monster Hunter Stories game – though the first two did get an upgraded re-release on all consoles in recently – and Capcom has returned to the series with gusto. Bringing a level of vibrant colour that I thought was illegal in the RE Engine, Monster Hunter Stories 3 Twisted Reflection once again asks the question, “What if we could all just be friends (and then fight other people)?”

Press StartMatthew Zimmari

9/10

With the 3DS nearing the end of its lifespan, games like this are often left to the wayside; but for loyalists and those not quite ready to upgrade, Monster Hunter Stories is definitely a game worth picking up. With a fun battle system that doesn’t rely on grinding to level up, and a bright and open world to explore, Monster Hunter Stories takes its namesake in a completely different and impressive direction.

Video ChumsMary Billington

8.6/10

A few years after the release of Wings of Ruin, fans are finally treated to a remake of the original Monster Hunter Stories and it's great.

Pure NintendoSophie Hiner

8.5/10

Monster Hunter Stories, a game originally made for the DS, is a spin-off of Capcom's Monster Hunter games. It’s more low-key and easy to play, with a completely different vibe, style, and combat system. But does it carry over well to the Switch?Read More

Final WeaponPayne Grist

Monster Hunter Stories is a fun spinoff that holds its roots close to its heart. Dozens of new ideas were thrown in together to create a fun new take on the Monster Hunter series. With new content, voice acting, and higher framerates, the rerelease of Monster Hunter Stories is one worth your time.

Steam Deck HQOliver Stogden

8/10

Aside from disappointing battery life and no 16:10 Aspect Ratio support, Monster Hunter Stories is flawless on the Steam Deck, and I would highly recommend it.

WayTooManyGamesLeo Faria

7.5/10

I remember a time when Monster Hunter was that one niche-as-hell franchise by Capcom that was much bigger in Japan than the West. With the release of Monster Hunter World, the franchise entered the mainstream with a kung-fu kick. It is now, arguably, Capcom’s main franchise, with each new iteration selling like absolute gangbusters. It made sense for Capcom to re-release and re-promote as many niche spinoffs and additional material they could. Why not re-release the former Nintendo 3DS excl...

But Why ThoArron Kluz

7/10

If it weren’t for the prevalence of strange control issues, Monster Hunter Stories on PC would be an easy recommendation for fans of Pokémon or other creature-based RPGs. Without those issues, it is a charming and smart RPG with some fun, unique ideas and smart design.

Twisted VoxelSalal Awan

7/10

Capcom has revitalized the original Monster Hunter Stories by releasing it on PC and making it compatible with the Steam Deck.

RPGamerAlex Fuller

The cuteness of Monster Hunter Stories returns remastered for PS4, Switch, and PC. This turn-based RPG offers joyful hours in an adventure full of love, friendship, and colorful Monsties you can even ride.

KotakuZack Zwiezen

Unscored

The third entry in Capcom's spinoff series is a deep, uniquely Monster Hunter-flavored RPG that's anything but twisted

VGChartzEvan Norris

Unscored

Gotta hatch 'em all.With the closure of the 3DS eShop in March 2023, and with 3DS cartridges long out of print, [...]