It’s hard not to love the Dual Blades. They’ve been the go-to for speedy, slice-and-dice gameplay since the beginning, and have only gotten better with time. Monster Hunter Rise brings back some of...

If you’ve ever dreamed of being a fantasy archer who takes down dragons with naught but a well-placed arrow, you’re in luck. The Bow has long been a staple of the Monster Hunter franchise, and has...

The Hammer just might be the most satisfying weapon in Monster Hunter Rise. When you glue a rock to the end of a big stick, you’re not looking for meters or shelling types or ammo trackers — you...

When you see a massive weapon like a Great Sword, you’ll be expecting some massive damage to match. Fortunately, these behemoths don’t disappoint — using a Great Sword will allow you to deal some of...

What’s the only thing cooler than holding your own against the terrifying monster threatening your home? Fighting off a whole horde of them and saving your village from the raging stampede! The...

There are few who are as prepared for anything as a Sword & Shield user. Sure, the other weapons are pretty cool, but can a Hammer cut a tail? Can a Long Sword K.O. the monster? Can a Switch Axe...

It’s hard not to love the Dual Blades. When I was first starting my Monster Hunter career, I was immediately pulled in by the speedy, slice-and-dice gameplay the weapons offered. As the series has...

Let’s be honest — hunts don’t always go exactly according to plan. Sometimes you just don’t see that fiery Rathalos coming and find yourself halfway to becoming a well-done steak, or you...

Do you like having a pantry full of healing items in Monster Hunter Rise, but find it tedious to pick up every herb and honey you stumble across during your hunts? When gathering becomes a chore,...

Farming and trading has been an important part of Monster Hunter since the early days. The exact mechanics have varied slightly throughout the series, but there’s usually some sort of special...

If you started your Monster Hunter journey with World or Iceborne, you may be a little confused by the new melding system. Don’t worry, we’ve got you covered!  Essentially, Capcom has somewhat...

Wyvern riding is a new addition to Monster Hunter Rise. It takes over the mounting attacks present in earlier titles like World, giving you greater control over the monster and a few opportunities...

When Monster Hunter Rise’s Switch Skills were first announced, I knew I had to try out all the new moves for the Lance. The hunting styles from Generations Ultimate had piqued my interest, and I was...

Sub-camps are an important part of Monster Hunter. Just like the main camps, they offer you a place to rest and restock items during a hunt, act as a closer respawn point when you faint, and serve...

Capturing monsters has been a staple of the Monster Hunter series since the very beginning. Trapping and capping your target is a great way to pick up rare rewards and end a hunt a little early....