Did someone say Monster Hunter?!
RahnalH102
the Green Devout, Veteran Monster Hunter, Creature EnthusiastNew Mexico Icrontian
No one did, but I want to know a few things in regard. Namely for the goal to see if this would be a valid community of Hunters later on. Keep that in mind. I'm not trying to throw in yet another time consumer for you all to dive into at the moment, what with TF2, BF3, Skyrim and all that still relatively fresh. Also, being that this is mainly a PC gamer site with, from what little research I've done, not much previous interest in the series, I have my doubts. We'll see.
So, what are your thoughts on the Monster Hunter series? Love it? Hate it? Ambivalent? Never heard of it?
For those that have no idea what the series is, Google it (it has a great wiki and some coolvideos ) or read this quick synopsis: a heavy hitter of Capcom's (namely in Japan, outside has had fair but not notable success,) Monster Hunter is essentially a hunting sim of a grandiose design. In a semi-primitive/tribal setting, you hunt various monsters, namely of a dinosaur and dragonic nature, with weapons and armor made from your spoils of "war" with the beasts. As you complete missions, you'll gradually hunt bigger and badder beasts, upgrading your armor and weapons with monster bits. It's had about 5+ releases (and a "remake" for each,) one of which is a popular MMO in Japan.
So, what are your thoughts on the Monster Hunter series? Love it? Hate it? Ambivalent? Never heard of it?
For those that have no idea what the series is, Google it (it has a great wiki and some coolvideos ) or read this quick synopsis: a heavy hitter of Capcom's (namely in Japan, outside has had fair but not notable success,) Monster Hunter is essentially a hunting sim of a grandiose design. In a semi-primitive/tribal setting, you hunt various monsters, namely of a dinosaur and dragonic nature, with weapons and armor made from your spoils of "war" with the beasts. As you complete missions, you'll gradually hunt bigger and badder beasts, upgrading your armor and weapons with monster bits. It's had about 5+ releases (and a "remake" for each,) one of which is a popular MMO in Japan.
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New topic. Frontier is FREE until January 25. Wish I knew about it when it started on the 11th. I don't care if it's all in Kanji, I'll try it for that time frame... if the college firewall will let me.
Learning Japanese and importing the proper devices seems to be the only way to keep it fresh here in the West.
True hunters are extremely patient, but is 3+ years pushing it a little?
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I've been interested in Tri ever since then, but they have since stopped playing so I never got around to it. If some Icrontians are interested in getting some Tri going, you bet I'll go out and buy it.
Also, no Monster Hunter discussion is complete without this:
@ the video:
And here we have the wild BadAss, exhibiting nigh perfect timing. He bathes in lava daily and eats Dragon Gems for breakfast. The Devil Jho, as well as other arguably fierce monsters, will lose control of its bowels and attempt to run away at the sound of the BadAss' mighty roar. You could try assaulting him from behind, above, or underground ... but you're just as likely to get owned as if assaulting him from the front.
Suggested strategy: Pray he isn't hunting you and walk away.
In my oh so self-conscious opinion I believe Tri alone can warrant the purchase of one, but again that is my fanboy opinion.
Only 4 people are needed for optimal multiplayer so obviously not a lot of commitment needed.
Recommended Equipment: Classic Controller/Pro version. The Wiimote controls can work better then other Wii games but the controller is easier to learn.
USB keyboard makes communication easy in-game, but depending on your whole entertainment setup you may not need it. WiiSpeak too I guess but I don't have it so no actual experience.
I'll get it planned and mobilized if enough people are willing. Kinda wish there was a demo for people to try so they could see if it is their cup-o'-tea.
Only 3 months left. I'm preordering this now and I don't even have a WiiU yet.
Monster hunter 4 Ultimate will be released on February 13th along with LoZ: Majora's Mask and the New 3DS XL. There will be special New 3DS bundles for both of those games.
I received 4 demo codes for MH4U and would LOVE to introduce some of you to the fascinating (if wonky) world of Monster Hunter as the demo includes online multiplayer and is not limited like other 3DS demos. First come first serve.
Edit: 1 code taken. 2 more left.
Game Grumps started their second season of Monster Hunter earlier:
thumbleweed
still peeps alive here? just bought Tri Ultimate on wiiU, if some of you are still playing it, add me so we can quest together
My mii friend code or wtv it is call is Oni-Dels
As far as I know, I'm gonna be the only one to play on the WiiU unless ICHQ picks it up.
Friend request sent. Welcome to the hunt!
cool. and i use to play it on ps2, and had it when it came out on the wii, so i'm already pretty aware of what to do
In today's Nintendo Direct, they announced that Monster Hunter X will be coming to to the west this summer as Monster Hunter Generations (there's the G!) not much else was mentioned except that there will be a S&S set that makes you look like Marth from Fire Emblem.
Monster Hunter X's key features are:
4 Flagship monsters as well as more new monsters
Introduction of Hunting Styles
Specials called Hunting Arts
The option to hunt as a felyne
The 4 hunting Styles are;
Guild: The classic moveset we've played as up till now.
Aerial: A moveset that focuses on jumping and air attacks.
Bushido: A moveset that rewards precise timings on dodges, blocks and other base weapon mechanics.
Striker: A moveset that specializes in the new Hunting Arts.
Hunting Arts are special abilities you can equip. Some are unique to the weapon class you are using while others are general. For example there is a hunting art that makes you Super dodge when you use it. While a unique art to the gunlance causes a massive but contained explosion (looks like a sun). These abilities have a warm up period decided by your combat involvement, and a cooldown afterwords. All styles can using these arts but the amount you can have equipped is limited by the style. The Striker style allows you to equip the maximum of 3 arts.
Hunting as a felyne, called a Nyanter, is like playing a whole new weapon class. Nyanters have unique abilities and mechanics tied to them, such as burrowing, nine lives, and unique support capabilities. You can hunt as a felyne in actual full sized hunts and in online mode as well.
Lastly, Monster Hunter 4U is on sale for 50% off in honor of this announcement, but only for a couple days.
Who's playing Monster Hunter World?
As far as I know it’s myself, @midga, @Ilriyas and @RahnalH102