Videogame Review: Monster Hunter World

Monster Hunter World is basically what you think it is. A big action RPG playground where you go around axing dragons in the face. Can’t really complain if that’s what you’re looking for, and with a versatile co-op system it’s got a lot of replay value. The story is pretty forgettable. It’s not so much a story as a series of thin pretexts for going out and slaying things. As a result Monster Hunter World leans heavily on its gameplay, which is mostly good, but could benefit from being more streamlined. It can feel like doing your taxes at times. Lots of menus, stats, systems, etc. to track. Tedious and repetitive outside of hunting. It lacks the atmosphere and narrative depth of a Souls-like RPG and the charm of a solid hack and slash like Devil May Cry. Still it’s fun in spurts. Factor in the massive DLC and there is at least a ton of content. It’s probably a letter grade higher if you’re a series fan and really into online co-op.

Grade: C+