Review: "Monster Hunter 3 Ultimate" 2013 "Double Swords, Two Systems."

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David Howard

I've always loved the Monster Hunter games ever since it's American debut on PS2.

Over the years it has expanded into a worldwide phenomenon. The Wii U /3DS Monster Hunter falls just short of greatness. It does a lot of things right however, the duel touch screens help make the complicated controls must easier to use.

It's funny in America Elder Scrolls is the true open world, go out craft, do missions game. But in Japan the Monster Hunter series is just that and more! 

For 3DS they don't tell you but using a circle pad pro makes the game a lot easier and more plausible. However with the pad it makes the games much easier to play than the psp hunter games!  So any 3DS Xl users you may be in the cold on this one. Seeing as Japan hasn't released the circle pad pro for 3DS Xl in America yet, fighting in the water and trying to change the camera angles is VERY difficult.

Now with the Wii U using the tablet controller feels a little awkward so by using the pro controller you feel like your playing a open world game on a top notch gaming console.

But the new installment of Monster Hunter is a glorified Monster Hunter Tri which was first on the Wii, and utilized the classic controller to make the game playable. While that may not be bad what is, is that there isn't enough new content to keep me going. For someone new to the series this is a perfect place to start.

There is a few problems I had with both versions such as how the long the tutorial was. It is about 15 hours of the 300 hour plus gameplay. As I was saying since I finished Monster Hunter Tri I was hoping to be able to jump into the game. 

Another issue I had was graphics, I understand how beautiful the Wii U version would be but when you make a game equivalent on the handheld console it should equally look as beautiful! The 3DS version looks very dulled down and not as vibrate. The controls on the 3DS actually took some time getting use to and the tutorial wasn't the biggest help in the game, after mastering the controls however I felt that they we're sluggish.

The Wii U version and 3DS can share save files by downloading a app from the eShop channel. The Wii U version can play online which is great but of course not on 3DS, however it leaves a lot to be desired. It is very easy to set up but connection lost, lagging or errors and you'll be finding yourself at the home screen again!

You even get companions in the main story, one named Cha-Cha who aids you on quests and even will help you by distracting the big bad monsters so you can hit heavy blows!

On another note, the cross platform play between the two systems works much better than the PS3's crossplay. No internet required is the biggest feature to be incorporated.

The game is however solid and feels right to be on the Wii U. Customization feels just right and after

you learn it, you know it. This mechanic I was fine with them porting over from the previous game because crafting ultimate weapons are great. I felt targeting however lacks and with sluggish movement on 3DS when I missed with a large weapon and wasted stamina I had to "try" and dodge.





Our Honest View gives Monster Hunter 3 Ultimate 7/10.  For older fans to the series that previously played Monster Hunter Tri, I just couldn't get into the SAME game again. I am still a fan and I still look forward to whatever the future holds, I just hope it's something new!


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Replay Value: Infinite

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The Elder Scrolls V: Skyrim

Monster Hunter: Freedom

Monster Hunter 3 Tri

Update: "Monster Hunter 3 Ultimate" (2013) "Uniting Gamers Across The World."

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Nintendo confirmed today, that US and European gamers will be able to play and UNITE online between their games. Plus it doesn't matter what system you have this game for uniting is a must!


Another cool aspect for our Wii U users, is this will be a game you don't need your TV for. This game can be completely played from the tablet controller. I don't know how I personally feel about that seeing as that's a lot for a tablet. BUT we believe in Nintendo, look at the demo.

Remember 3DS users, no circle pad needed, everything will be available from the touch screen! SO 3DS XL users will feel even better!

Today I was able to sit down and play the Demo for the new Monster Hunter game. Which I was very surprised on how well it was for a DS game. The preview had to playable parts a beginners and of course a expert level. Both we're timed at 20 minutes and both had you on a mission with some great helpers (Shown in the picture above)  to find either a huge bear like monster or dragon respectively.

You have to use the touch screen as you go along this helps you change camera angles (meaning you will not need circle pad pro 3DSXL users) And also to cycle through your items. You are on right off the bat loaded up with tons of goodies and have to decide what kind of character you want to play as. I choose shield and sword to start which kicked ass! Pardon my french but I was able to slice and dice all the monsters that came my way. Both play throughs I started destroying the monster you have to hunt and both times ran out of time :(

I need more than 20 minutes to kill something I guess. Graphically the game is not up to par with "Orcania of Time" but who cares it's "Monster hunter" it's great Teen graphics. The controls feel nice and smooth you have a kneel down button (on touch screen) so you can harvest the monsters you kill. Also you can run fast (If you weapon is in the sheaf). And also the map which is also located on the touch screen which you can find exactly where your missions are.

I've been a fan of "Monster Hunter" since I bought my PSP. And this one doesn't feel like a typical one it has more going on. Though it looks the same it plays more or less like Nintendo Skyrim. This is good seeing as the game will also be released for the Wii U alongside the 3DS.

They've been rumors that the game will have cross game play, being the first between the two consoles to combat with the PS3 and Vita. Of course graphcially the Wii U will look more stunning than the 3DS it's good to know I start my missions on Wii U save and pick up where I left off on my 3DS. Thank God Nintendo is taking a step in the right direction for the future. It also has been confirmed that there will also be online playability between the two versions. Plus who knows what the multiplayer could hold? I could be playing on my 3DS and my buddies on their Wii U hunting everything possible. (Video Provided by Gamespot)

With these aspects of game being proposed and what I've seen all ready looks like "Monster Hunter 3 Ultmiate" will be a formiable game for Nintendo to battle against the likes of "World of Warcraft" and "Elder Scrolls V: Skryrim"

By: Gabriel Roderick

After the Nintendo fiasco with "Fire Emblem: Awakening" earlier this month make sure to pre-order your copy now at your local Gamestop for 3DS Verison or Wii U Verison.

Preview: "Monster Hunter 3 Ultimate" DEMO (2013) "Unifying Nintendo Systems Alike."

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Today I was able to sit down and play the Demo for the new Monster Hunter game. Which I was very surprised on how well it was for a DS game. The preview had to playable parts a beginners and of course a expert level. Both we're timed at 20 minutes and both had you on a mission with some great helpers (Shown in the picture above)  to find either a huge bear like monster or dragon respectively.

You have to use the touch screen as you go along this helps you change camera angles (meaning you will not need circle pad pro 3DSXL users) And also to cycle through your items. You are on right off the bat loaded up with tons of goodies and have to decide what kind of character you want to play as. I choose shield and sword to start which kicked ass! Pardon my french but I was able to slice and dice all the monsters that came my way. Both play throughs I started destroying the monster you have to hunt and both times ran out of time :(

I need more than 20 minutes to kill something I guess. Graphically the game is not up to par with "Orcania of Time" but who cares it's "Monster hunter" it's great Teen graphics. The controls feel nice and smooth you have a kneel down button (on touch screen) so you can harvest the monsters you kill. Also you can run fast (If you weapon is in the sheaf). And also the map which is also located on the touch screen which you can find exactly where your missions are.

I've been a fan of "Monster Hunter" since I bought my PSP. And this one doesn't feel like a typical one it has more going on. Though it looks the same it plays more or less like Nintendo Skyrim. This is good seeing as the game will also be released for the Wii U alongside the 3DS.

They've been rumors that the game will have cross game play, being the first between the two consoles to combat with the PS3 and Vita. Of course graphcially the Wii U will look more stunning than the 3DS it's good to know I start my missions on Wii U save and pick up where I left off on my 3DS. Thank God Nintendo is taking a step in the right direction for the future. It also has been confirmed that there will also be online playability between the two versions. Plus who knows what the multiplayer could hold? I could be playing on my 3DS and my buddies on their Wii U hunting everything possible. (Video Provided by Gamespot)

With these aspects of game being proposed and what I've seen all ready looks like "Monster Hunter 3 Ultmiate" will be a formiable game for Nintendo to battle against the likes of "World of Warcraft" and "Elder Scrolls V: Skryrim"

By: Gabriel Roderick

After the Nintendo fiasco with "Fire Emblem: Awakening" earlier this month make sure to pre-order your copy now at your local Gamestop for 3DS Verison or Wii U Verison.