Nintendo Monster Hunter Rise + Sunbreak, Nintendo Switch, Multiplayer mode, T (Teen)
Rise to the challenge and join the hunt!Go on a hunt wherever you want, whenever you want in MONSTER HUNTER RISE for Nintendo Switch! Freely explore sweeping landscapes inspired by ancient Japan, slay ferocious wild monsters solo or co‑operatively with friends, and forge powerful weapons and armour from your spoils in this sprawling action RPG.
Kamura needs you!The sighting of a terrifying monster of legend signals the return of a catastrophic event, which threatens to bring chaos to Kamura Village. With the aid of the village elder and the local residents, you must sharpen your hunting skills and save this peaceful settlement from an onslaught of monsters.
New ways to hunt!From the Wirebug that allow players to zip through the air and wreak havoc by taking control of monsters to the invaluable support offered by new buddies like the Palamutes, MONSTER HUNTER RISE is brimming with new ways to explore and hunt your quarry.
Here they come!From ferocious new foes like the fearsome Magnamalo to fan favourites like the Tigrex and Mizutsune, a bevy of huge beasts await those brave enough to take up arms against them. Here are just a few of the behemoths that’ll you’ll encounter in the wild.
A call to armsGigantic blades, sharp lances, hefty hammers, ranged bowguns and more – you’re sure to find several favourites among the arsenal of 14 unique weapons on offer.
The last line of defenceTo protect Kamura Village from invading monsters, the villagers have built a sturdy stronghold. On certain quests, you’ll be asked to hold the fort by laying traps and setting up turrets while under siege from a relentless horde of frenzied monsters. It won’t be easy, but the rewards for defending the stronghold are sure to be worth it.
Strength in numbersEvery hunter knows that nothing beats the thrill of teaming up to topple titans – and on Nintendo Switch, it’s even easier to form a hunting party!
Whether your allies are nearby or faraway, up to four players can join forces locally* or online** to undertake quests, fell monsters together and enjoy a share of the spoils. Between hunts, regroup in Kamura Village to plan your next excursion, drop by the smithy to upgrade your weapons and armour, or enjoy a hearty meal at the Tea Shop.
A massive expansion!MONSTER HUNTER RISE: Sunbreak is a massive paid expansion for MONSTER HUNTER RISE, featuring new monsters, hunting locales, hunting actions and challenging Master Rank quests.
The hunt continues in a far-off land...As the hunter who saved Kamura from the Calamity, you must now journey to the Kingdom, a land beset by a sinister new nemesis—the elder dragon Malzeno! Can you rise to the challenge?
At the Elgado Outpost, you’ll find the Knights of the Royal Order and plenty of friendly folk who’ll aid your investigation into the mystery surrounding the kingdom’s monsters.
Certain characters will even join you on select single-player hunts! Let’s meet some of them.
Challenging new monsters await!In addition to Malzeno, Garangolm and Lunagron, the trio of monsters that comprise “The Three Lords”, new subspecies and returning foes from across the MONSTER HUNTER series await those brave enough to take on Sunbreak’s Master Rank quests!
Set off to brand new hunting locales!The CitadelThis diverse hunting ground features forest, frozen icescapes and the abandoned ruins of an old castle.
The JungleThe Jungle boasts a warm climate and abundant rainfall, making it a paradise for the monsters and plant life that make their home there.
The more the merrier!Your abilities as a hunter will increase to take on the new challenges in Sunbreak, including new Silkbind attacks for all weapon types and new and improved Wirebug actions.
To increase your tactical options, you can swap between two different move sets on the fly, using the new ‘Switch Skill Swap’ feature. There’s also an evasive manoeuvre called the ‘Swap Evade’ that allows you to dodge a monster’s attack while you’re swapping out Switch Skills.
Use these new hunting actions to your advantage to dish out some creative combos!
| Features |
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| Platform | Nintendo Switch |
| Game genre | Action, Adventure, Role-Playing Game (RPG) |
| ESRB rating | T (Teen) |
| Game edition | Standard+DLC |
| Language version | Simplified Chinese, Traditional Chinese, German, English, Spanish, French, Italian, Japanese, Korean, Russian |
| Developer | Capcom |
| Release date (DD/MM/YYYY) | 30/06/2022 |
| PEGI rating | 12 |
| Game series | Monster Hunter |
| PEGI content descriptors | In-Game Purchases |
| In-game purchases | Y |
| Multiplayer mode | Y |
| Multiplayer mode type | Offline, Online |
| Minimum number of offline players | 1 |
| Maximum number of offline players | 4 |
| Minimum number of online players | 1 |
| Maximum number of online players | 4 |
| Publisher | CAPCOM |
| Nintendo Switch modes supported | Handheld mode, TV mode, Tabletop mode |
| ESRB content descriptor | Alcohol reference, Blood, Violence |
| System requirements |
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| Game controller model required | Nintendo Switch Pr |
