The latest installment in the popular action RPG series Monster Hunter, which has sold more than 36 million units worldwide to date.

Monster Hunter Generations offers players the most freedom yet and pays homage to the last decade of the series with a mix of brand new locations and monsters, and old favorites that return in an improved form and adapted for the latest generation of games.

Monster Hunter Generations introduces new gameplay elements such as Styles and Hunter Arts, allowing players to customize their gameplay to their personal needs. Aerial Style lets you swoop down on monsters from the air, while Striker Style lets you unleash the full potential of your Hunter Arts. Hunter Arts are visually stunning, essential combat abilities and power-ups that can be used by any Hunter, regardless of their style or weapon.

Players who embark on the path of the hunter will have to protect all four villages in the game from a new and insidious threat - the Fated Four. The game offers hundreds of quests and plenty of challenges that you can tackle either in a solo adventure or via local or online connection with up to three other hunters.

 

KEY ELEMENTS

Co-op Online Multiplayer – For some of the best multiplayer on Nintendo 3DS, join up to three other hunters online, or get together and play together via local connection.

Most Customization Yet – Players can develop their own, distinctive playstyle like no previous Monster Hunter title. Choose from four combat styles and a variety of effective, visually stunning hunting skills to tailor your gameplay experience.

Style System – New in this installment, players can choose one of four different fighting styles and try out how many new ways all 14 types of weapons can be used.
Impressive “Arts of Hunting” – These devastating attacks, indispensable area techniques, and upgrades make combat look more impressive than ever before.

14 Weapon Types – Experiment and master 14 different weapon types to craft your own unique arsenal. Never limited by weapon or style in combat, players can experiment and find the combination that best suits their personal hunting style.

Crafting Equipment – Slay giant monsters and obtain materials to craft a myriad of weapons and armor, modeled after the colossal monsters you encounter in the game. Observe the movements and tactics of your enemies to uncover their weaknesses or discover which parts of them can be used to gain additional rewards when destroyed.

New Challenges and Old Favorites – Face off against a host of new monsters, such as Glavenus from the Fate Four, and also clash with Monster Hunter fan favorites like the cunning Nargacuga, who return to honor the legacy of the last decade of the franchise.

The Fateful Four – Brand new monsters that threaten local villagers in areas like the snowy mountain town of Pokke.

Deviant Monsters – Powerful enemies like the Deadqueen Rathian or Grimclaw Tigrex have survived past hunts and acquired new traits and abilities that will surely give even the most experienced hunter a hard time.

Villages and Other Locations – Explore four different villages, each with a different vibe, and 21 areas where new meets improved favorites – including monsters never before seen in the West – on your journey to save the world from the Fatal Four!

Newly Playable Felyne “Prowlers” – Previously only available as support computer-controlled partners, known as Paliks, Felynes can now be played in “Prowler” mode, where they have their own quests and rewards, unique abilities, and weaponry.
Collaboration with other series – Dress your Hunters and Palika in special costumes and equip them with weapons based on popular game series, such as Fire Emblem or Mega Man.

StreetPass Feature – Collect StreetPass tickets that unlock special quests with deviant monsters. Players can also send and receive custom-designed guild cards.

MH4U Save Data Bonus – Players who have Monster Hunter 4 Ultimate save data on their system will also receive a bonus pack that includes an exclusive Palika gear set, potions, a small amount of in-game cash, and other items to help you get straight into the hunt.

Using the Nintendo 3DS Touch Screen – The touch screen gives you easy access to in-game information, weapons, maps and mini-games, as well as the auto-targeting feature for the main enemy.

New Nintendo 3DS Console Support – Enjoy the game with enhanced graphics, a functional C-Stick, and the ZL and ZR buttons that can be used as hotkeys for hunting skills. (To experience the 3D effect of the software on Nintendo 3DS, you must use a 3DS system. All screenshots and videos on this page were taken in 2D mode.)