While the mainline Monster Hunter franchise is a little too complex for me, the Monster Hunter Stories games are really fun. I enjoy the monster-catching and monster-collecting games, so adding that to a turn-based RPG is a blast. Luckily, the original Monster Hunter Stories (and its sequel) are coming to new platforms very soon.

Monster Hunter Stories will be coming to PC, Nintendo Switch, and PlayStation 4 on June 14^th, 2024. The sequel, Monster Hunter Stories 2: Wings of Ruin, will come to PlayStation 4 on the same day, already available on Nintendo Switch and PC. Here is what the press release has to say about the announcement:

“Riders can expect an epic summer full of adventure with Monster Hunter Stories and its new features, including full Japanese and English voiceovers, seven new subtitle languages, a new Museum Mode that spans over 200 pieces of concept art, background music, and developer sketches, and title updates that were previously only available in Japan. Experience riding Monsties [sic] in stunning detail on larger screens, enhanced with refined modeling, textures, and lighting in high definition.

Riders can also partake in a new expedition with Monster Hunter Stories 2: Wings of Ruin, the thrilling second entry in the turn-based RPG series. Set in the expansive and dynamic world of Monster Hunter, players follow the footsteps of their grandfather Red, a legendary Rider, and ride Monsties with Ena, a Wyverian girl who has been entrusted with an egg with the potential to hatch into a Rathalos. This legendary monster holds immense power capable of wreaking havoc if its destructive abilities are unleashed. It’s up to players to test the bonds of friendship with Monsties and discover the hidden truths behind ancient legends.”

Since the PS5 plays PS4 games, this means PlayStation users (as well as PC) will now be able to experience both games. I’m always happy for more gamers to be able to play across multiple platforms, so this is a win in my book. June is coming fast too!

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