Release Date: October 11, 2014
Improved version of the fourth installment of the flagship action-RPG series by Capcom. In the game we play the role of a mercenary travelling with a caravan, who undertakes to defend several settlements from the monsters plaguing their inhabitants. The Ultimate version introduces a new, more extensive system of character movement, and the ability to play a multiplayer game via the Internet.
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More than a year after the release of Monster Hunter 4, the producers of Monster Hunter 4 have decided to show players a customized version of Ultimate (in Japan known as Monster Hunter 4G). The game belongs to one of the flagship action-RPG series by Capcom, launched in 2004 on PlayStation 2, and its subject matter is a broadly understood fight against monsters.
In the fourth part of the cycle we move back to the already known fantastic universe, in which human settlements are constantly harassed by beasts of various ointments. Unlike the previous games of the series, the core of which was pure action - this time the authors have tried to have a more extensive plot. In Monster Hunter 4 we play the role of a mercenary, travelling around the world with a caravan. As you can easily guess, it is him who takes on a series of dangerous tasks in the game, which is to defend people from bloodthirsty monsters. This time, however, our protagonist will have to take care of the safety not of one but a few villages, where he will meet dozens of NPCs during the journey.
The Monster Hunter series belongs to the broadly understood genre of action RPGs, although elements of RPG games - such as the extensive storyline or character development system - have been pushed into the background here. The essence of the game is fighting - our hero takes on dozens of tasks, such as killing a group of monsters (or one larger reptile), defending the settlement or collecting a certain number of items. For completing tasks we receive gold and experience points, thanks to which our character is promoted to a higher and higher level. Traditionally, we have at our disposal a huge number of armour and weapons, divided into several main categories. A novelty in the fourth part of the cycle is the system of grabbing opponents, borrowed from another game Capcomu Dragon's Dogma.
Compared to the standard edition of the game, the authors focused on expanding the model of character movement. With more manoeuvres, both vertically and laterally, it is much smoother and more effective. It also allows you to develop completely new combat strategies. The second improvement is the introduction of multiplayer games also via the Internet. So far, the game has only enabled cooperation in the local network.
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Platforms:
Nintendo 3DS
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A popular, especially among Japanese gamers, action-RPG series set in fantasy realities. The brand was created by the Capcom corporation, which also oversees its development.
Game Ratings for Monster Hunter 4 Ultimate Video Game.
Shacknews: 8 / 10 by Daniel Perez
Even though Monster Hunter 4 Ultimate is available exclusively on the Nintendo 3DS, that doesn't mean it doesn't offer as expansive an experience as its previous console versions. Future New Nintendo 3DS XL owners will get the most out of this game thanks to its improved hardware and C-Stick, while current 3DS owners may want to consider an upgrade if they want to take their monster hunting serious.
Game Revolution: 4 / 5 by Kevin Schaller
It's an easy entry into the series, but be warned: It's not easy in any other fashion.
God is a Geek: 9 / 10 by Sean Smith
A more accessible adventure for newcomers this time around, but Monster Hunter Ultimate 4 still hasn't fully shaken off its outer armour.
Average score from votes.