Monster Hunter Generations Ultimate

Platforms

• Nintendo Switch

  Aug 28, 2018

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  8.3

  playscore

  8.0

  40 Critics

  9.0

  1.27K Players

40 critic reviews · 11 community reviews across all platforms

Critic Reviews

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  Nintendo Insider

  9.0

  Monster Hunter Generations Ultimate is like buying a vinyl record of your favourite album. It’s a little dated, a bit niche and to be honest, newer versions are more accessible and easier to interact with. But there’s love there, what it does, is done incredibly well and while the series is moving on over on other platforms, this is the classic formula distilled into a version that can be played at home on a 40” TV or on the bus. You can play it on your own or call in some friends for the tougher G-Rank quests. Being a hunter has never been tougher, but if you’re persistent, it’s never been more rewarding either.

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  ZTGD

  8.0

  Monster Hunter Generations Ultimate earns the “Ultimate” in its moniker with visual and gameplay improvements as well as a wealth of additional content compared to its original counterpart on the 3DS. Whether you were first introduced to the MH series with Worlds or you’re a long time fan that’s kept up from the beginning, there’s a lot to enjoy here.

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  Way Too Many Games

  7.5

  Monster Hunter Generations Ultimate is a love letter to the series, containing fan-favorite monsters, areas, and few surprise NPCs from the past games, all combined into one package. Most significantly however, is that it could be the last as well. After World’s success, Capcom might reasonably decide to steer the franchise in it’s new path, leaving behind it’s more in-depth, yet archaic history, for a more flexible and arcade style. So, while Monster Hunter Generations Ultimate functions as a best-of, it is also the last hurrah to a long, sometimes tedious, but always rewarding journey. And withstanding a few hiccups and all, it’s a journey worth taking.

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  Game Informer

  8.5

  Though this is fundamentally the same game that released two years ago, improvements to the playability and visuals keep the thrill of the hunt alive. The focus on preparation, as well the high cost for failing to do so, isn’t for players who want a straightforward hack-and-slash game. But if you embrace Monster Hunter’s demand for vigilance, this experience holds bountiful treasure.

  Reviewed on Switch
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  Shacknews

  8.0

  All in all, Monster Hunter Generations Ultimate brings some neat new features and monsters to the table, but at the same time it doesn’t do anything to truly alter the way you experience the Monster Hunter Franchise. The game works very well as a love letter to all of the games that came before it. Because of this, fans of the franchise will eat up everything the game has to offer.

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  Cultured Vultures

  8.0

  Monster Hunter Generations Ultimate pushes you to be better. As a newcomer, I’ve learned so much in such a short period of time that the recommended breaks between sessions became mandatory to retain all the new information. The staggering amount of content included is worth the price of admission alone. And yeah, combat can feel janky at times, and there aren’t many visual enhancements from the 3DS version, but there’s a distinct charm and life to Generations that still shines through, compelling even the least competitive of gamers to strive for greatness.

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  USGamer

  9.0

  If you can get over its 3DS-era visuals, you're in for a seemingly endless experience you can easily devote a lifetime to—and one worth devoting a lifetime to. Whether you're new to the series, someone who started with Monster Hunter World, or just a fan of the previous 3DS games, you're bound to get addicted once MHGU gets its hooks into you. Just don't be afraid to ask for help.

  Reviewed on Switch
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  Wccftech.com

  8.5

  Monster Hunter Generations Ultimate is one of the best entries in the series and well worth playing for fans. Players new to Monster Hunter might find it difficult to get along with at first, but stick with it and you’ll find an engrossing, valuable hunting experience.

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  Dual Shockers

  7.5

  Monster Hunter Generations Ultimate is a must buy for established fans looking for their Nintendo Switch port, but is a far cry from the series’ recent peak. Those who have tried the game and couldn’t catch the bug likely won’t be swayed by this version. Instead, people who have dived in and fallen in love with the franchise within the year now have a definitive way to play one of the greatest handheld iterations that Monster Hunter has seen.

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  Attack of the Fanboy

  9.0

  The Monster Hunter franchise debut on the Switch is nothing short of phenomenal. Significant visual upgrades made possible by the more powerful console accompanied by a slew of gameplay additions make this a must-own for Monster Hunter fans.

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