You asked for a list of games like Monster Hunter, and here we are with it. If you’ve spent hours and hours of your time reveling in the fantasy-based action-RPG brilliance of titles from the said series, you’re a fan who most definitely wants more of same. The said franchise has been around for quite a long time now, and has managed to make its presence felt on almost all major platforms around. Developed by the veterans over at Capcom, it’s one of the most loved RPG franchises in the world. The concept is simple; you step into the shoes of a hero who must complete his quests by killing or capturing specific kinds of beasts. All these offerings that we’ve gathered for you in the space below, look to provide similar experiences. Without wasting much time then, let’s have a look at them.
1 – Soul Sacrifice
Designed by none other than Mega Man creator Keiji Inafune, Soul Sacrifice is a PS Vita exclusive which grabbed quite some praise when it was released earlier this year. Glimpses of inspiration from Capcom’s MH series can be seen every now and then, but the game nonetheless maintains its originality. It has its gameplay revolve around the concept of sacrificing body parts in order to unleash deadly attacks on enemies. Once a part is given up, the player character loses it forever requiring them to deal with it. Soul Sacrifice makes great use of the PS Vita’s touch controls and dual analog sticks to deliver a swift experience.
2 – Raiderz
Raiderz is one of the most identical games similar to Monster Hunter especially because it borrows heavily from the said series. It’s basically an MMORPG which rejects the monthly subscription fee model in favor of a free-to-play one. The game transpires in the once-prosperous and powerful kingdom of Rendel which has now been turned into a breeding-ground for marauding beasts. Its gameplay includes all the basic elements that you’d expect off an MMORPG. From guilds, quests, dungeons, crafting to PvP battles, everything has been infused into this gem of a game which is available for PC on its official site.
3 – Dark Souls
Here’s a mainstream title which you can buy for your home consoles or PC, whatever you prefer to play on. Released back in 2011 for the PS3 and Xbox 360, it was launched for Windows in 2012 following popular demand from fans. Large and dangerous beasts roam the kingdom of Lordran, wherein you are asked to assume the role of a human who’s sent on a pilgrimage. Slaying beasts becomes an incredibly strategic aspect, as the game features high difficulty and heavy penalties for dying.
4 – Gods Eater Burst
Gods Eater Burst is a PSP game which came out in 2011, and managed to gain quite a fan following for itself. It presents you with huge beasts which you can slay using a large number of distinct weapons. A great thing about this game is that it lets you use a sword and a gun at the same time. As you attack, you build up a meter which will allow you to use your gun and your sword at the same time. Its story features a futuristic post-apocalyptic setting, and takes place in the beautifully imagined Japan of 2071.
5 – Ragnarok Odyssey
One more PS Vita title in this list of Monster Hunter alternatives, Ragnarok Odyssey has already managed to sell of 100,000 copies in Japan following its release in February last year. As many of you might have guessed, it has been set in the universe of the MMORPG Ragnarok Online, and is a real-time action-RPG, just like titles from Capcom’s MH series. Its story lifts many elements from the Norse mythology, and delivers and engaging experience throughout its entire duration. Ragnarok Odyssey Ace is the name of an updated version of the game which will come equipped with new enemies, skills, dungeons and more. Although a release date for the same is not available as of now, it will be seen hitting the PS Vita as well as the PS3 in 2014.
6 – Dragon’s Dogma
Dragon’s Dogma takes time to get you involved in it, but once you’re into it, it really is a task to let go of your controllers. This PS3 and Xbox 360 game is an utterly addictive action-RPG which has many parallels with Dark Souls and the MH series. From giants, to ogres, to griffins; all kinds of treacherous beasts reside in the game’s world, and killing them is your only option to survive and complete your quests. Dragon’s Dogma boasts of a unique Pawn system which allows you to create companion AI characters and release them online for others to join them in their quests and vice versa. This title’s hack and slash combat too is one of its high-points.
7 – Lord of Arcana
Our list pick for this compilation of games similar to Monster Hunter is an action-based offering dubbed Lord of Arcana which has been developed for the PSP by Access Games. It transpires in a world called Horodyn which contains an ancient magical stone known as ‘Arcana.’ Lord of Arcana enables you to team up with up to four players in order to fight monsters and demons, while also providing you with the ability to summon beasts yourselves. A sequel titled Lord of Apocalypse is in the making currently.
Conclusion
That ends our roster of games like Monster Hunter. We hope you’ve found your pick, and we also hope you enjoy whichever title you’ve chosen to purchase.