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News Nintendo Shows Off Monster Hunter 4 Ultimate's Story and Fan Reactions
Is the hype monstrous yet?
In terms of big days for the 3DS, we're not sure it's ever had a date quite like 13th February this year. That day will see new hardware with the New Nintendo 3DS, The Legend of Zelda: Majora's Mask 3D and, last but certainly not least, Monster Hunter 4 Ultimate. We hope that Capcom's latest monster slaying adventure won't...
News Capcom's Ryozo Tsujimoto Feels Monster Hunter Is Gaining Traction In The West
"I see lots of growth occurring in those regions"
Monster Hunter is massive in Japan. Over the past decade the franchise has sold millions of copies and generated a considerable amount of revenue for creator Capcom; such is its importance in its homeland that it is often credited with turning around the fortunes of the hardware it ships on -...
News Capcom Offers 5 Beginner Tips On How To Become A Better Monster Hunter
Get the most out of your demo experience
If you’ve played any of the previous entries in Capcom’s insanely popular Monster Hunter series you’ll already know how ruthless the experience can be for first timers. Whilst newcomers are often eager to get their quest underway, it’s important to know the basics and exercise plenty of caution when...
News Nintendo of America Issues a Fresh Batch of Monster Hunter 4 Ultimate Demo Codes
Check those inboxes
Nintendo managed to create a lot of buzz in its Nintendo Direct broadcasts last week, but certainly grabbed plenty of attention by releasing demo codes for Monster Hunter 4 Ultimate. The Club Nintendo distribution kicked off right away in Europe and a day later in North America, with lucky recipients receiving an email with four...
News Quirky Monster Hunter 4 Ultimate 3DS HOME Themes Arrive in Japan
Temporarily available to celebrate Monster Hunter 'Festa 15
Monster Hunter 4 Ultimate - known as Monster Hunter 4 G in Japan - will be one of the most demanding and challenging games released on the 3DS this year. Despite its tough level of difficulty and uncompromising approach, though, it's a game with a humorous side; there's no better...
Preview Monster Hunter 4 Ultimate Takes the Series to New Heights
It's got teeth
At times the localisation of the Monster Hunter franchise can be frustrating for dedicated fans in the West; it's a sales phenomenon in Japan and, as a result, there are more frequent releases in the country. Despite this Capcom is to be commended for its increasing commitment to making it a success outside of its homeland - Monster...
News Monster Hunter 4 Ultimate Demo Codes Now Being Distributed in North America
Four codes per email! Multiplayer! No play limit!
One of the major reveals during the Nintendo Direct broadcasts - even if it was subtle in the North American video - was a demo distribution for Monster Hunter 4 Ultimate. Like previous examples - most memorably Super Smash Bros. for Nintendo 3DS - it consists of emails to Club Nintendo members with...
News Monster Hunter 4 Ultimate Free Demo Confirmed Alongside Release Date
The hunt has already begun in Europe
Monster Hunter 4 Ultimate is set to be one of the biggest releases this year without a doubt, and in order to whet appetites as much as possible Nintendo has released codes for a special demo version in Europe and North America. If you're in Europe keep you eyes on your inbox as Nintendo will be sending out...
News Capcom Outlines Monster Hunter 4 Ultimate Localisation Challenges
Speeding up the tutorial
Monster Hunter 4 Ultimate is on the way soon, giving the iconic Capcom franchise another major opportunity to take off in the West. Though it's a sales phenomenon in Japan, it's struggled to create the same level of success elsewhere in the world. Will Monster Hunter 4 Ultimate change that? Time will tell, but with an...
Video Monster Hunter 4 Ultimate's Palicoes Shown Off as Both Cute and Deadly
Felyne fine
In Monster Hunter 3 Ultimate felyne characters, the quirky walking cats, were NPCs that added some comic relief and minor assistance away from the complex web of crafting, combining and hunting. In the upcoming Monster Hunter 4 Ultimate, however, they take the place of miniature warriors - the Shakalaka - as your colleagues on the hunt,...
News Monster Hunter 4 Ultimate Gets Devil May Cry and Street Fighter Crossover Costumes
Will it ever end?
To add to the wealth of crossovers with other titles, Capcom has revealed that Monster Hunter 4 Ultimate will have costumes for the Felynes inspired by Street Fighter II and Devil May Cry. If you've ever wanted to see what Chun-Li, Dante, or Blanka look like as cats without trudging certain corners of the internet, you'll be able...
News Capcom's Monster Hunter 4 Ultimate Infographic Shows Off the Size of the Game's Challenges
These are genuine beasts
Earlier this week we shared a Nintendo UK infographic promoting the Wii U, and on the same day Capcom shared a neat effort for 3DS title Monster Hunter 4 Ultimate; we don't know whether game companies have had a secret meeting agreeing to an infographic offensive, but they're pretty enough that we don't care. This Capcom...
News Monster Hunter 4 Ultimate Ships Over Two Million Units in Just Five Days
Monstrous success
Monster Hunter 4 Ultimate arrived in Japan — where's it's known as Monster Hunter 4G — on 11th October, alongside the New Nintendo 3DS models. An expansion of the original Monster Hunter 4, it looks set to recreate the success of that release. Capcom has issued a press release outlining the early progress of the new title,...
News Mega Man Felyne Armour Makes Monster Hunter 4 Ultimate Even Stranger
Equip a Rush Hammer, too
Monster Hunter 4 Ultimate will be the latest entry in an already strange series — in which characters pose while drinking a potion and can be made to dance and prance on command — and that's absolutely fine; that combination of quirkiness and hardcore challenge is part of its appeal. The new entry is taking things...
Video You'll Be Able To Play As Metroid's Samus Aran In Monster Hunter 4 Ultimate
Bounty Hunter Ultimate
It has already been revealed that Monster Hunter 4 Ultimate is getting some interesting crossovers, but this latest one is perhaps the best yet. Nintendo has posted a new trailer which shows Metroid's Samus Aran — in both her armoured and Zero Suit guises — kicking monster butt within the eagerly-awaited 3DS title...
News Monster Hunter 4 Ultimate's Producer Gives Stories Behind Crossover Material
When companies are friends, you get blue-furred Felynes in your game
As Monster Hunter 4 Ultimate ticks closer to open season in the West, the steady trickle of collaborative content news released to fans runs the full gamut between Awesome and Ridiculous: you can dress as Link, have Isabelle and Mr. Resetti run along
News Japan Is Getting A Monster Hunter 4 Ultimate Nintendo Direct This Week
What's that coming over the hill?
As we all know, Japan is pretty bonkers about Monster Hunter. The series is one of the country's most popular video game franchises, and after the amazing commercial success of Monster Hunter 4 on the 3DS, Japanese fans are getting an improved version in the form of Monster Hunter 4G (known as Monster Hunter 4...
Preview Felling Titans in Monster Hunter 4 Ultimate
It's about to get bloody
Monster Hunter is one of those series that has taken a long time to gain any real presence in the West; in Japan the game is as popular as Pokémon, but for some reason it just hasn’t hit the big time elsewhere like other franchises. With the upcoming Monster Hunter 4 Ultimate on the 3DS, Capcom hopes to change that, and...
News Monster Hunter 4 Ultimate's Questionable Expo Banner Was Just an Error After All
No hunting on Wii U
A recent banner discovered at a German expo with both the Monster Hunter 4 Ultimate and Wii U logos in coupling has been declared as simply an error, and Capcom appear to have no plans to release the game on the Wii U. The official word from Capcom PR is as follows: This was a printing mistake made when the wrong system logo...
News Monster Hunter 4 Ultimate Expo Banner Raises Questions With Wii U Logo
Harmless printing error or accidental leak?
A curious banner is currently advertising Monster Hunter 4 Ultimate at a German expo that displays the Wii U logo in the corner. As of now there's be no indication that the latest entry in the Monster Hunter series was planned for any console other then the 3DS. Chances are that this is merely a mistake...
News Monster Hunter 4 Ultimate Collector's Edition Coming to North America
Smells better than collecting actual giant beasts
Where the thrill of the hunt and the thrill of the swag meet, there shall ye find the Monster Hunter 4 Ultimate Collector's Edition. Capcom revealed the upcoming edition for North America on its Unity blog, with the caveat that not all designs may be final. The Collector's Edition will come packed...
News The Gypceros Returns in Monster Hunter 4 Ultimate
The gypceros blindeth, and the gypceros taketh away
A longstanding monster in the Monster Hunter series makes its return in Monster Hunter 4 Ultimate; that evidently snappy dancer of a bird wyvern, the gypceros. By all accounts the gypceros is a sneaky little guy with the ability to blind hunters and steal things right out of their hands (and,...
News New Nintendo 3DS Shown Off by Monster Hunter Series Producer Ryozo Tsujimoto
Have another look at the limited edition XL and MH faceplate
Part of the New Nintendo 3DS announcement last week was confirmation of a rather attractive Monster Hunter 4 G XL edition — Monster Hunter 4 Ultimate in the West — that sports a silver design. In addition Capcom's blockbuster franchise will have two of its own designs in the kisekae...
Video Capcom Posts San Diego Comic-Con Monster Hunter 4 Ultimate Panel
Never mind the concussion grenades
2014's San Diego Comic-Con is long over, but Capcom has prepared for online consumption and posted the video of their Monster Hunter 4 Ultimate discussion panel featuring several Monster Hunter staffers, including the game's director Kaname Fujioka as a special guest. Most of the information concerning the game...
News Capcom Confirms Shark 'Laser' for Monster Hunter 4 Ultimate
I don't know but I've been told that shark pew pew is mighty cold
Earlier this week we reported reported on the inspiration for Monster Hunter 4 Ultimate's zamtrios. Several astute commenters pointed out both here and on Yuri Aurajo's original blog
News These Felyne-Themed 3DS XL Accessories are Ludicrously Cute
We've resisted all the cat puns
The hype stirred up in the lead up to the release of Monster Hunter 4 Ultimate was bound to cause the production of some themed accessories for the system it graces, but nothing could have prepared the gaming community for this overload of cuteness. The Felyne race has been a favourite amongst fans since it's...
News Capcom Outlines Monster Hunter 4 Ultimate Shark Creature's Real World Inspiration
"It eats... and it makes little Zamtrios."
Further showcasing Monster Hunter 4 Ultimate designs drawn from real-world creatures but made even more spiky, Capcom community specialist Yuri Araujo is celebrating the end of the Discovery Channel's Shark Week by sharing some early designs and concept art for Monster Hunter's shark analogue, the Zamtrios:...
News More Monster Hunter 4 Ultimate Story and Setting Details Emerge
Where elite hunters lead, we follow
While gleefully carving a kill or cracking open the post-hunt box, it's easy to forget about the human element of the Monster Hunter series. At its heart Monster Hunter is about people — people who hunt monsters a lot, some of whom get exceptionally good at it. Monster Hunter 4 Ultimate's story will follow one...
Video The Latest Monster Hunter 4 Ultimate Trailer is Serene and Gorgeous
Take a break from the bloodshed
Capcom has released a new trailer for Monster Hunter 4 Ultimate featuring the Song of the Cornerstone, presented by a ghostly wyverian singer. In contrast to Monster Hunter 3 Ultimate's elder dragon fight and port background hit Ode to Life, the new song has a more relaxing melody than its predecessor — although the...
News Monster Hunter 4 Ultimate Introduces the Winged Snake Najarala
Snake wyvern... why did it have to be a snake wyvern?
The creature features from Capcom's Monster Hunter 4 Ultimate expanded bestiary continue apace, this time introducing the Monster Hunter franchise's first ever snake-style creature, the winged snake wyvern Najarala. Considering that the Najarala is a snake creature, it unsurprisingly uses...
News Capcom's Latest Monster Hunter Figurine is Pure Gold
Literally
To celebrate the ten-year anniversary of Monster Hunter, Capcom has decided to celebrate with the release of a delightful little figure of a felyne – a cat-like race from the series. This little number would be eye-catching enough, bearing armour made from the mighty rathalos, but Capcom is marking this special occasion by making the...
News Monster Hunter 4 Ultimate Multiplayer Will Work Across NA and European Versions
Do you take pounds, dollars, or zenny?
Things keep getting better for fans of the Monster Hunter franchise with Monster Hunter 4 Ultimate. The long-awaited addition of networked multiplayer to the 3DS version of the game (a feature that was absent from Monster Hunter 3 Ultimate on 3DS) just got even bigger and badder, as Capcom's Yuri Araujo...
News This Monster Hunter 4 Ultimate Box Art May Get Its Claws Into You
What a beast
It's possible that you've had your fill of 'serious' news and financial figures today, which is fair enough; this writer has a sore head from looking at figures in the millions and billions, while gazing at the intensely dull layout of financial reports. It all matters, but video games can be fun, let's not forget. So here's some box...
News The Link Outfit and Gear in Monster Hunter 4 Ultimate is Almost Too Cool
He's even rocking the earring
The upcoming Monster Hunter 4 Ultimate, and its predecessor, have had plenty of crossover outfits. One confirmed long ago in Japan that has us particularly excited is the Link outfit and equipment, which promises to add some Legend of Zelda charm to the hunt. The official channel for the upcoming Ultimate release, in...
News Guild Quests Could Change the Way We Enjoy Monster Hunter 4 Ultimate
Randomised maps and drops aim to add replay value
Monster Hunter 4 Ultimate is still tormenting us with an early 2015 here in the West, though we can expect plenty of enticing details to emerge ahead of its arrival. This version will have a lot of additional content over the original that was Japan-only, though there are aspects of that first...
News Ryozo Tsujimoto Outlines Capcom's Approach to Keeping Monster Hunter Fresh
Anyone for insect-shooting spear gun pogo sticks?
Capcom's illustrious Monster Hunter series has grown into a phenomenon in recent years, with Monster Hunter 4 surpassing three million units sold just a couple months after its launch in Japan. With such wild popularity, it seems it would be easy for series producer Ryozo Tsujimoto and the rest of...
News Monster Hunter Team Discusses Continuing Evolution and Growth of the Franchise
"Games that ‘expand’ need all kinds of preparations"
Capcom's recent financial results referred to the "explosive popularity" of Monster Hunter 4, with the 3DS title contributing much to the company's profits. The upcoming Monster Hunter 4 Ultimate will expand on the original and aim for double-dip success in Japan, but will also arrive in the...
News Capcom Hails "Explosive Popularity" of Monster Hunter 4
Phoenix Wright: Ace Attorney - Dual Destinies target "basically achieved"
It's no secret that Monster Hunter 4 has been a substantial success for Capcom, blowing away initial projections and now challenging for the crown of best-selling title in the franchise; it's sold 4.1 million copies in Japan alone, as of 31st March. In its financial results...
Weirdness Monster Hunter 10th Anniversary Merchandise Includes Electric Guitars and Golf Gear
Turn the nerdy up to 11
The Monster Hunter franchise turns ten this year, and to celebrate Capcom has licensed all sorts of fun (and expensive) MH-themed merchandise in Japan; everything from jewellery to golfing goods to electric guitars. A few highlights: Japanese heavy metal guitar manufacturer ESP has created this gorgeous monster-hunting...
Weirdness This Monster Hunter Fan Will Keep You Cool On Those Epic Quests
Something for true "fans" of the series
Monster Hunter is pretty big in Japan, in case you hadn't noticed. This is made abundantly clear by the sheer volume of merchandise that is available, and we think we may have found the "coolest" item yet. Ahem. The official Monster Hunter USB fan features a rather burly-looking knight carrying an impressive...
Video Capcom Unleashes a New Monster Hunter 4 Ultimate Trailer
Beastly
Monster Hunter 4 Ultimate is still a good while away from its early 2015 release in the West, but gamers in Japan can expect Monster Hunter 4 G this year; the same game by a different name. As with the previous generation, the G variation will include the same content as the original plus a whole lot more — the difference in volume between...
News Capcom is Holding a Weapon Design Contest for Monster Hunter 4 Ultimate
Take a break from hunting to get creative!
Following on from a successful contest previously held for the release of Monster Hunter Tri back in 2009, Capcom has once again asked hunters to show their artistic side and design a weapon for the upcoming Monster Hunter 4 Ultimate. The winning designs will be featured in-game, so you can look forward to...
News Capcom Cuts Profit Projections By Over 50%, Despite "Strong Sales of Monster Hunter 4"
Underperforming mobile games and Monster Hunter Frontier G cited
Ahead of its yearly financial results that will be reported in the coming weeks, Capcom has issued an update revising its profit projections down by over 50%. It's a blow for the Japanese company ahead of its results, somewhat reminiscent of Nintendo lowering projections prior to its...
News Take a Look and be Jealous of This Beautiful Monster Hunter 4 3DS XL
The stylish handheld was released in Japan yesterday.
Impatient for Monster Hunter 4 to hit Western shelves in its Ultimate guise? Japanese fans have not only been playing Monster Hunter 4 since September 2013, but yesterday they got this stunning 3DS XL (or LL, as it's known in the country) in a colour Nintendo calls "Rajang Gold." Take a look:...
News Capcom Unity Celebrating Monster Hunter 3 Ultimate's Anniversary With a 12 Hour Live Stream
Monsters beware
It may not necessarily feel like it, but Monster Hunter 3 Ultimate has been available in the West for a year, celebrating the landmark on 19th March in North America and 22nd March in Europe. Whether it was the commercial smash Capcom desired or not, it's gathered a loyal, passionate following of Wii U and 3DS owners. Capcom Unity,...
News Monster Hunter is Ten Years Old Today
No sword is too big
Monster Hunter is now officially ten years old, with the original title on PS2 arriving in Japan on 11th March 2004. Its early years were on Sony hardware, with the PS2 and outstanding success on the PSP, before Nintendo swooped to secure exclusive releases in the main series. Monster Hunter Tri on Wii has been followed by...
"At this time we're focusing on the 3DS version"
Its arrival in "early 2015" may seem rather far away, but we suspect a good number of 3DS owners are rather excited about the upcoming arrival of Monster Hunter 4 Ultimate. It's a much anticipated localisation, and as with the previous Western release of Monster Hunter 3 Ultimate it'll be the expanded...
Weirdness Don't Be Afraid Of This Big, Bad Japanese Monster Hunter 4 Commercial
Here, little piggy
Capcom has already unleashed some pretty unusual commercials to support Monster Hunter 4 (and, by extension, Monster Hunter 4 Ultimate) on the 3DS, but this latest one looks set to top them all. The TV spot — which is due to air on March 1st — has been teased by Japanese site
News Monster Hunter Executive Producer, Ryozo Tsujimoto, To Appear At London Community Event
On the hunt
While keen Monster Hunter fans can still meet on the Monster Hunter 3 Ultimate Wii U servers to take on some enormous beasts, Capcom continues to host regular community events in London to celebrate the title. It's the local multiplayer of the 3DS version that gets an airing at these events, while there are often contests and prizes for...
Feature Monster Hunting with Kerry: Kechawacha – That's A Name, Not A Sneeze
Drinking potions like they're going out of style
With the recent announcement of both Monster Hunter 4G and a confirmed Western release in 2015, the self-titled "Greatest Editors In The World" have stuffed me back in my cupboard, denying me anything not directly related to creating Monster Hunter articles for you lovely people. I've been promised a...
