The popular roguelike PC game Dead Cells has been announced for release on consoles later this year. The game, which is currently in early access, places players in a dark and unforgiving world where they will travel through numerous dangerous locations facing off against difficult enemies while unlocking more than fifty weapons and spells to best fit their playstyles.
With numerous paths to take through the game so far and a number of secret rooms, hidden passages, and other challenges to undertake players are rewarded for being adventurous but don’t get too greedy as a death will bring you back to the start minus all the gear you already picked up. Check out the announcement trailer below and keep an eye out for Dead Cells when it is released on Xbox One, Switch, and PlayStation 4 later this year.
It has been a long time since Monster Hunter graced the west with a game on a console, but at last, Capcom have brought their largest offering yet to the party. During the past generation, Monster Hunter most notably lived on through the Nintendo 3DS, and while those titles were excellent in their own right, the series always seemed to feel like a larger experience packed into a small space. Monster Hunter World stretches its legs out with a new narrative, a more expansive terrain, and more monsters than ever before. How well is this beast managed in this habitat? Let’s find out.
Story
Monster Hunter World has a story, albeit a rather thin and vague one. The player starts out working for the Fifth Fleet as a hunter, and along with a Palico sidekick and other personalities, is thrust into a story as a large monster attacks your vessel, bringing everyone to Astera – a small village bursting with life and other hunters who are all aligned with your very motives. It is a simple narrative that just acts as string to tie everything together. Like most titles in the franchise, this one only utilizes a story as a foundation, and has a ton of other elements and tales that blend it all together to make this world have a deeper purpose, filled with lore, charm, and depth.
Gameplay
I have a friend who loves games like Dark Souls, Skyrim, Dragon’s Dogma, and so on. Every year or two for the past few years, he has continuously picked up the portable entries to Monster Hunter, and every year he couldn’t quite enjoy the games as the overall feel was simply not for him. Of course this comes down to taste and personal preference, but the point I am making is that if you are one of those people who have tried Monster Hunter in the past and simply did not like it, World is not out to change your opinion. While this title is certainly a bit more accessible that some, it still has a bit of an entry fee, or learning curve if you will. I could easily see some who thought difficulty blocked them in the past being more open to this adventure, because it is definitely more open to newcomers. That said, some tutorials, such as weapon and crafting tutorials are just as vague, and will require patience and time to master.
Monster Hunter World is a game that is able inhabit a great number of fresh experiences with the player as despite the core mechanics never changing, minor upgrades and nuances can make the overall product feel like a completely different experience each time you decide to partake in the journey a different way. As you know, this world is made up of quests. Some are story driven, while others may be tasks assigned by a quest board or simple townsfolk who are offering small rewards for completion. Each quest takes you to a different locale, with objectives that may consist of gathering ingredients or slaying the biggest beast in the land. There is always something to do as even if you have performed a quest, going back in to get more materials to craft armor or make potions that will be valuable for the next hunt is always an option, which will keep the general cycle continuing to constantly provide some type of entertainment.
Combat is one of those moments of freshness that a player can bring to themselves by simply changing out their arsenal. With fourteen different weapons, each have their own unique pros and cons, and feel completely different while in battle. Sometimes changing a weapon can make all of the difference as well, so if you are not really into holding the heavy and slow sword, you can switch out for daggers, or even the returning insect glaive. As you play, more and more parts can be found to upgrade each weapon as well, as this may be the Monster Hunter title with the most customization to date. Armor, consumables, bombs, and so on can all be crafted, and all allow for some type of noticeable improvement for hunts. The depth for the game comes with deciding where to best utilize your rewards from each hunt, and building a character that eventually will be equipped for any situation at hand.
One of the most welcome features is the drop-in multiplayer. Players can now go on hunts with several other hunters at once, and bring their entire party (up to four players in an online co-op setting) to assist. Eventually, you can even create a squad, which is about the same thing as an in-game clan of the past. From what I have played online thus far on the Playstation 4, the connections have been rather solid and it is definitely a lot more fun to go out in these landscapes with others, rather than heading out alone. The game is even ok with just two, as it will replace the two missing players with you own Palicos. The game even has an SOS function to summon other online players if you are in dire need. While this is not going to apply to everyone, it is still lovely to see Monster Hunter to constantly add to the online function as we see each title roll out for the franchise.
Visuals and Audio
Visually, Monster Hunter World is stunning. Featuring a wide assortment of color and life, every location is worthy of merit due to the high level of detail, and many of the monsters look better than ever before, featuring new minor additions as well as more fluent animations. The game does allow for players to choose a bit as well. Maybe you notice a drop in frame rate. Well, you can go in and choose your own graphical settings. While it doesn’t make up for a complete package console experience that would bring the ability to have everything run smoother, it is a nice option to those who do not have a pro or a console with a slightly more powerful core.
The audio is wonderful as well. From the cries of a Palico to the cheeky effects that play while exploring, there was a ton of effort put into audio in Monster Hunter World. The soundtrack is also exceptional, bringing new tunes that truly keep this universe together with the rest of the series. The increase in tempo and slow progression for bigger buildup also makes exploration feel like an epic journey, with wide spaces put before the player only to have incredible music to make the already large world beam with an incredible atmosphere. In short terms, the OST is lovely, and is just as important as any other element in the game.
Overall
Monster Hunter World is a massive undertaking that is sure to go down as the pinnacle for the franchise. With a large world to explore, a never-ending amount of quests and tasks to accomplish, and the most customization to date, it is easy to see why Capcom have hyped this beast for so long. For every issue, there is a fix in some way or another, allowing players to shape their shortcomings by providing options. It is that kind of development that makes this title great, and makes this transition feel so accessible and seamless. Console owners, your hunt ends here.
LEGENDARY POKÉMON DIALGA AND PALKIA NOW AVAILABLE AT EB GAMES; POKÉMON TCG: SUN & MOON—ULTRA PRISM EXPANSION HITS STORE SHELVES
Start a Legendary Year Off Right with Powerful New Additions to Pokémon TCG Decks and Video Game Lineups!
Bellevue, WA—February 2, 2018—The Pokémon Company International today announced this year’s first Legendary Pokémon video game character distribution and launched the next expansion to the Pokémon Trading Card Game, Sun & Moon—Ultra Prism. Starting today, Trainers can visit a participating EB Games retail location nationwide to receive the Legendary Pokémon Dialga or Palkia for their Pokémon Sun, Pokémon Moon, Pokémon Ultra Sun, or Pokémon Ultra Moon games for the Nintendo 3DS™ family of systems, while supplies last. The brand-new Pokémon TCG expansion is available at participating retailers across the US and Canada, bringing new cards and the all-new Prism Star mechanic into play.
Both Dialga and Palkia are powerful Legendary Pokémon from the Sinnoh region, and each is a significant addition to any Trainer’s lineup. By visiting participating EB Games locations, players can receive a card with a secret code that can be redeemed in Pokémon Sun, Pokémon Moon, Pokémon Ultra Sun, or Pokémon Ultra Moon. Players will receive one of these Legendary Pokémon in their game, which one determined by the version they have, as well as an extra gift if redeeming in Pokémon Ultra Sun or Pokémon Ultra Moon. Distribution codes are available for free starting today, and will be available until February 28. For more information about this distribution, a new trailer that also features exclusive interview footage with developers at GAME FREAK about these Legendary Pokémon is available:
https://youtube.com/watch?v=6oHLnms1uMU%3Frel%3D0
Pokémon TCG: Sun & Moon—Ultra Prism brings more than 150 new cards into the game, including five Ultra Beasts, 18 new full-art cards, and six all-new Prism Star cards. These are powerful Pokémon and Trainer cards that, when played effectively, can dramatically alter the balance of a match. Due to their game-changing effects, a player can put only one Prism Star card with a given name in their deck (rather than the usual four).
To learn more about Pokémon TCG: Sun & Moon—Ultra Prism as well as Legendary Pokémon distributions, please visit http://pokemon.com.au/Legendary.
Season Pass owners will receive Far Cry 3 in HD on console and three new adventures that will transport players well beyond Hope County
Sydney, Australia — February 3, 2018 — Today, Ubisoft announced the content of Far Cry® 5 Season Pass, available as part of the Far Cry 5 Gold Edition or as an add-on purchase on PlayStation®4 computer entertainment system, Xbox One and PC.
Following the launch of Far Cry 5 on March 27, the season pass will continue to deliver experiences with the unique Far Cry twist as players are transported to uncanny adventures across three unique settings.
Hours of Darkness: Players will travel back in time to Vietnam to battle against Việt Cộng soldiers
Dead Living Zombies: Players will face hordes of zombies across multiple b-movie scenarios
Lost on Mars: Players will leave Earth behind to go toe-to-claws with Martian arachnids
Additionally, all Far Cry 5 Season Pass owners playing on consoles will receive the single-player content from another critically-acclaimed Far Cry series entry with Far Cry® 3 Classic Edition, which will be available to season pass holders four weeks prior to launching as a standalone purchase in winter 2018 on PlayStation 4 and Xbox One. Far Cry 3® Classic Edition will let fans and newcomers to the series revisit Rook Island and encounter one of the franchise’s most notorious villains Vaas, who is brought to life by Michael Mando. As Jason Brody, players must explore the tropical island to find and save his friends, who are being held captive. PC players who purchase the season pass or Far Cry 5 Gold Edition will receive the full version of Far Cry® 3.
More details on post-launch support for Far Cry 5, including an overview of the three adventures and the return of the map editor will be shared at a later date.
Set in America, a first for the franchise, Far Cry 5 offers players total freedom to navigate a serene-looking yet deeply twisted world as the new junior deputy of fictional Hope County, Montana. Players will find that their arrival accelerates a years-long silent coup by a fanatical doomsday cult, the Project at Eden’s Gate, igniting a violent takeover of the county. Under siege and cut off from the rest of the world, players will join forces with residents of Hope County and form the Resistance.
For more information about Far Cry 5, please visit farcry.com
For the latest on Far Cry 5 and other Ubisoft games, please visit news.ubisoft.com.
ABOUT UBISOFT
Ubisoft is a leading creator, publisher and distributor of interactive entertainment and services, with a rich portfolio of world-renowned brands, including Assassin’s Creed, Just Dance, Tom Clancy’s video game series, Rayman, Far Cry and Watch Dogs. The teams throughout Ubisoft’s worldwide network of studios and business offices are committed to delivering original and memorable gaming experiences across all popular platforms, including consoles, mobile phones, tablets and PCs. For the 2016–17 fiscal year Ubisoft generated sales of €1,460 million. To learn more, please visit www.ubisoftgroup.com.
NFL and Rovio Entertainment partner to create an exciting, limited-time Super Bowl game integration available for download now
Angry Birds gamers, Super Bowl fans…Hut-Hut! The NFL and Rovio Entertainment are joining forces to bring fans a unique experience around the biggest event in sports. This collaboration joins two of the world’s most popular games – Super Bowl and Angry Birds – by allowing millions of fans to play the hugely popular Angry Birds 2 and Angry Birds Evolution games with a Super Bowl LII twist.
Within Angry Birds 2, mobile gamers and football fans can outfit their flocks with a choice of any of the 32 official NFL jerseys and helmets to compete in brand new Super Bowl-themed game levels as well as in-game competitions.
The Angry Birds Evolution Super Bowl LII events unveils 32 NFL characters into the game, and players have the chance to get an exclusive new bird character called the ‘Quarterback’, who will be outfitted in an NFL team jersey. In ‘Player Versus Player’ mode, ‘The Oinktagon’, gets a complete Super Bowl LII makeover as it is transformed into a football field.
The new Angry Birds Super Bowl LII in-game features are vividly brought to life with console quality graphics, highlighting all 32 team uniforms and logos. The NFL in-game graphics are special, limited-time experiences found within the Angry Birds franchise adding even more excitement to the games.
Michelle Micone, Senior Vice President, Consumer Products at NFL commented:
“Our partnership with Rovio Entertainment illustrates the NFL’s desire to engage fans through unique experiences. The Angry Birds portfolio provides an excellent platform to reach millions of mobile gamers and football fans around the world.”
Miika Tams, Vice President, Games at Rovio Entertainment commented:
“The Angry Birds and NFL partnership represents two iconic brands coming together leading up to Super Bowl LII. Rovio is thrilled to develop new NFL Super Bowl LII in-game features. This is another great demonstration of the versatility of the Angry Birds brand as we spark the imaginations of millions of football fans globally. As part of our ongoing strategy, Rovio continues to partner with the most innovative global brands, providing our legions of fans with brand new game events and exciting new features.”
The Super Bowl LII in-game events begin across both Angry Birds 2 and Angry Birds Evolution on Wednesday 24 and run until Super Bowl Sunday on February 4. Download the games now:
Rovio Entertainment Corporation is a Finnish, games-first entertainment company, that creates, develops and publishes mobile games and acts as a brand licensor in various entertainment and consumer product categories. The Company is best known for the global Angry Birds brand, which started from a popular mobile game in 2009. Today, the Company offers multiple mobile games, that has been downloaded 4 billion times since 2009, has produced The Angry Birds Movie, which opened number one in theatres in 50 countries, and licenses the Angry Birds brand to consumer products and other entertainment content. (www.rovio.com).
Square Enix has started to accept pre-orders for Final Fantasy XVWindows Edition on Steam, Origin, and the Windows 10 store. Each store will have pre-order bonuses exclusive to the individual store.
Pre-order through Microsoft Store
The bonus “FFXV Powerup Pack,” containing “Dodanuki,” a sleek sword created by a bladesmith, reducing enemy defense with each slash. The pack also includes 10 phoenix downs and 10 elixirs.
Pre-order through Steam
The bonus “FFXV Fashion Collection,” containing a selection of T-shirts for Noctis to wear.
EPISODE GLADIOLUS Tee enhances strength
EPISODE PROMPTO Tee accelerates HP recovery rate
EPISODE IGNIS Tee increases critical hit rate
COMRADES Tee increases maximum HP
Pre-order through Origin
The bonus “FFXV Decal Selection,” containing an array of colorful decals for the Regalia car celebrating Gladiolus, Prompto and Ignis, along with the men and women of the Kingsglaive.
Square Enix is promising more bonuses for those who pre-order the game that will be store agnostic, but those will be announced at a later date.
For those who are a little leery about plunking money down for a pre-order due to the blistering minimum PC specs announced last month can check out the official benchmark tool to see how well the game will run. The tool is about 3.37 GB in size and will take under seven minutes to run.
Black Forest Games has released the first of four major updates for the early access build of Fade to Silence. The first update Hope is designed to make the game a little easier for players with the new Catch Up mechanism. Special shards are now found around the map that will give the player a permanent bonus to stamina, hit points, hunger, or cold. The boost will persist between permadeaths, giving players a better shot at survival the next time around. The boost for each stat will only be given once at this point in time.
The weather effects has also been overhauled in the Hope update. Black Forest Games hopes the changes will make Fade to Silence less taxing on computers while providing a more immersive experience.
Fade to Silence is horror/survival hybrid that is currently onSteam Early Access for $29.99 USD.
TEST YOUR NINJA SKILLS & BEAT’EM UP BADASSERY IN CLAWS OF FURRY
Clawing onto Nintendo Switch, Xbox One and PC via Steam this Spring
LONDON, UK – February 1, 2018 – Lets fight like cats and dogs… Indie developers, Terahard Studios, announced today that their rogue-like, co-op action game, Claws of Furry, will be slashing onto Nintendo Switch, Xbox One and PC via Steam this Spring.
With fifty levels of catastrophic mayhem, players will punch and scratch their way through enemies to rescue their Master from the evil claws of an unknown boss. Claws of Furry creates a seamless blend of today’s fast paced action with classic arcade Beat’em up carnage. Made up of four distinct environments with unique enemies, the challenge is always evolving. Multiple modes such as Rogue-like and Arena, and unlockable outfits with unique bonuses, will require unstoppable ninja-cat reflexes.
Fear not the rogue-like though; with the Pussycat mode, the game can be played with checkpoints in every level in a classic linear adventure. Players, of course, will still require a keen eye and bags of feline ninja skills in order to survive the journey and free their Master. But they don’t have to take on this challenge alone; a group of up to four people can unleash their collective fury with the ultimate local couch co-op mode!
Key Features:
Arcade beat’em up action
Multiple Modes including: Rogue-like, Arena, Pussycat & Local co-op
Local co-op with up to 4 players
A variety of thematic environments and enemies
Unlockable costumes with unique gameplay properties
Terahard Studios is a game developer established in 2012. Made up of two development studios, with headquarters in London, UK (HQ) and a studio in Athens, Greece, the team’s mission is to create outstanding games and gamified apps that push the boundaries of gamers’ expectations. Terahard is comprised of software engineers and technical artists who strive to create games that stand out from the masses. They work on self-published titles, but also work with other institutions including the likes of Sony Music and Penguin Books. They have extensive experience in applying virtual and augmented reality technology to both apps and games using the Unity engine. Their debut co-op action game, Claws of Furry, is due for release in Spring 2018.
Kingdom Come: Deliverance – New Gameplay Trailer Revealed
12 Days Until Release
Larkspur, Calif., February 1st – Warhorse Studios and Deep Silver today released a new trailer for the critically acclaimed RPG Kingdom Come: Deliverance launching on February 13th 2018 for PlayStation®4 computer entertainment system, PC and Xbox One, the all-in-one entertainment system from Microsoft.
The new gameplay trailer showcases key plot points of the visually extraordinary and historically accurate RPG, as well as exhilarating action sequences such as an all-out assault on a remarkably recreated castle from the time period.
Patient (but counting the days) fans can follow the official Kingdom Come: Deliverance Countdown here: https://www.kingdomcomerpg.com/.
Becoming a powerful warrior is only one way to succeed in Kingdom Come: Deliverance. There are plenty of other paths to choose from in this thrilling medieval game, which embodies the truest sense of the roleplaying game genre. The script in the game amounts to twice the entirety of the complete Lord of the Rings saga, and the passion of the developers can be seen in the love for detail that Warhorse has put into the game painstakingly since its Kickstart inception.
About Kingdom Come: Deliverance
Kingdom Come: Deliverance is a story-driven open-world RPG that immerses you in an epic adventure in the Holy Roman Empire. Avenge your parents’ death as you battle invading forces, go on game-changing quests, and make influential choices. Explore majestic castles, deep forests, thriving villages and countless other realistic settings in medieval Bohemia!
Massive realistic open world: Majestic castles, vast fields, all rendered in stunning high-end graphics Non-linear story: Solve quests in multiple ways, then face the consequences of your decisions Challenging combat: Distance, stealth, or melee. Choose your weapons and execute dozens of unique combos in battles that are as thrilling as they are merciless Character development: Choose your equipment, improve your skills, and earn new perks Dynamic world: Your actions influence the reactions of the people around you. Fight, steal, seduce, threaten, persuade, or bribe. It’s all up to you Historical accuracy: Meet real historical characters and experience the genuine look and feel of medieval Bohemia Kingdom Come: Deliverance Key Facts
Title:Kingdom Come: Deliverance Platform: PlayStation®4, Xbox One, PC Developer:Warhorse Studios Co-Publishers: Deep Silver, Warhorse Studios Release Date: Tuesday, February 13th 2018 (worldwide) Age Ratings: ESRB M Genre: RPG Price: $59.99
About Warhorse Studios
Warhorse Studios is a young independent game developer studio from the Czech Republic, Prague. It was founded by Daniel Vávra, creator of Mafia and Mafia 2, and Martin Klíma, formerly of ALTAR (Original War, UFO:* trilogy). The studio contains a mix of experienced game industry veterans, with dozens games published and millions of copies sold, and young guns from all around the world.
In January 2014, Warhorse launched a Kickstarter campaign for a realistic medieval RPG game called Kingdom Come: Deliverance. It ended up being the third most successful project, according to the number of backers, in 2014. With an initial goal of £300,000, we finally gathered over £1.1M. Warhorse Studios was also named among the World‘s TOP10 Most Innovative Companies on Kickstarter of 2015 by Fast Company.
About Deep Silver
Deep Silver develops and distributes interactive games for all platforms. The Deep Silver label means to captivate all gamers who have a passion for thrilling gameplay in exciting game worlds. Deep Silver works with its partners to achieve a maximum of success while maintaining the highest possible quality, always focusing on what the customer desires.
Deep Silver has published more than 200 games since 2003, including its own brands like the open world extravaganza Saints Row, the zombie action franchise Dead Island, and the grim post-apocalyptic future of the Metro series. Deep Silver also owns the development studios Deep Silver Dambuster Studios in Nottingham, UK; Deep Silver Fishlabs in Hamburg, Germany, and Deep Silver Volition based in Champaign, IL, USA. For more information please visit www.deepsilver.com
Koch Media is a leading producer and distributor of digital entertainment products (software, games and films). The company’s own publishing activities, marketing and distribution extend throughout Europe and the USA. The Koch Media group has more than 20 years of experience in the digital media business, and has risen to become the number one distributor in Europe. It has also formed strategic alliances with numerous games and software publishers: Bethesda, Capcom, Kaspersky Labs, NC SOFT, Sega, Square Enix and Tecmo-Koei, etc. in various European countries. With Headquarters in Planegg near Munich/Germany, Koch Media owns branches in Germany, England, France, Austria, Switzerland, Italy, Spain, the Nordic regions, Benelux and the United States.
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KOEI TECMO EUROPE REVEALS LIMITED EDITION STEELBOOK AND DIGITAL DELUXE VERSION FOR A.O.T. 2
Gripping New Trailers IntroduceFast-Paced Battle Action And Nintendo Switch™ Gameplay!
Hertfordshire, 1st February 2018 – KOEI TECMO Europe finally revealed a cornucopia of additional bonus content and collectible options available to fans who pre-order A.O.T. 2. in both physical or digital formats.
Fans who prefer more tangible exclusive items, can pre-order the physical version of the game through ShopTo.net and other select retailers via Centresoft to secure a premium collectible Steelbook featuring the dreaded Colossal and Armoured Titans, and members of the heroic scout regiment in action!
Koei Tecmo also revealed the release of a Digital Deluxe version, which will include the full game and a pack of unique costumes gradually available from the game’s launch on 20th March 2018, with further content updates being added each week after!
Digital pre-orders of either the Digital Deluxe or standard A.O.T. 2 versions on Xbox One and Nintendo Switch will include a bonus pack of Plain Clothes costumes for Eren, Mikasa, Armin, Levi, Christa, Ymir, Reiner and Bertholdt.
Lastly, all fans who pre-order or late-comers who purchase the game digitally on PlayStation 4, Xbox One or Nintendo Switch within four weeks from launch, will receive a DLC pack with Plain Clothes costumes for Eren, Mikasa, Armin and Levi, which will allow them to replace their Scout gear with something a little more casual.
Slated for release on the 20th March 2018 for the PlayStation®4 computer entertainment system, Xbox One, the all-in-one games and entertainment system from Microsoft, Nintendo Switch™, and digitally on Windows PC via Steam®, players can relive the gripping narrative of the worldwide anime hit, ‘Attack on Titan’, from an all new perspective with their very own Custom Scout.
KOEI TECMO Europe released two action-packed new trailers alongside this announcement today; the first trailer reveals A.O.T. 2 gameplay on the Nintendo Switch™, featuring a mix of Battle and Town Life clips, whilst the second trailer focuses on the fast-paced claustrophobic action that the series is known for. The new asset batch also includes images of the pre-order and early purchase content available to fans!
KOEI TECMO EUROPE LTD. is a publisher of interactive entertainment software for current generation consoles, handhelds and digital download content based in Letchworth, Hertfordshire, UK. The company is a wholly owned subsidiary of KOEI TECMO HOLDINGS CO., LTD., headquartered in Yokohama, Japan. KOEI TECMO’s best known for their signature ‘one versus thousands’ Warriors series, the fan-favourite Ninja Gaiden and fighting entertainment title Dead or Alive. Through collaboration with strong existing franchises, such as A.O.T. Wings of Freedom (Attack on Titan), has brought fan-favourite shows to life in video game form. The company’s desire for innovation and diversity has seen the creation of the critically acclaimed dark-samurai action title Nioh, which takes on new and unique gameplay styles. The company’s acquisition of GUST, developer of a variety of heart-warming titles, has seen their flagship Atelier series span generations of consoles and fans alike. More information about KOEI TECMO EUROPE LTD and its products can be found at www.koeitecmoeurope.com
Monster Hunter World is a game that is able inhabit a great number of fresh experiences with the player as despite the core mechanics never changing, minor upgrades and nuances can make the overall product feel like a completely different experience each time you decide to partake in the journey a different way. As you know, this world is made up of quests. Some are story driven, while others may be tasks assigned by a quest board or simple townsfolk who are offering small rewards for completion. Each quest takes you to a different locale, with objectives that may consist of gathering ingredients or slaying the biggest beast in the land. There is always something to do as even if you have performed a quest, going back in to get more materials to craft armor or make potions that will be valuable for the next hunt is always an option, which will keep the general cycle continuing to constantly provide some type of entertainment.
Combat is one of those moments of freshness that a player can bring to themselves by simply changing out their arsenal. With fourteen different weapons, each have their own unique pros and cons, and feel completely different while in battle. Sometimes changing a weapon can make all of the difference as well, so if you are not really into holding the heavy and slow sword, you can switch out for daggers, or even the returning insect glaive. As you play, more and more parts can be found to upgrade each weapon as well, as this may be the Monster Hunter title with the most customization to date. Armor, consumables, bombs, and so on can all be crafted, and all allow for some type of noticeable improvement for hunts. The depth for the game comes with deciding where to best utilize your rewards from each hunt, and building a character that eventually will be equipped for any situation at hand.
The audio is wonderful as well. From the cries of a Palico to the cheeky effects that play while exploring, there was a ton of effort put into audio in Monster Hunter World. The soundtrack is also exceptional, bringing new tunes that truly keep this universe together with the rest of the series. The increase in tempo and slow progression for bigger buildup also makes exploration feel like an epic journey, with wide spaces put before the player only to have incredible music to make the already large world beam with an incredible atmosphere. In short terms, the OST is lovely, and is just as important as any other element in the game.
