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Is Monster Hunter: World hard? Our beginner verdict

Monster Hunter: World is level 5 of 5 on our beginner scale (Tough), which makes it very hard for someone who has never played. The hardest part for a newcomer is using lots of buttons.

Our verdict

Level 5 · Tough

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Why it is hard

Deep systems, long boss hunts, complex weapons.

Learning the controls: 5 of 5
Moving the camera: 4 of 5
Need for quick reactions: 4 of 5
Consequences of mistakes: 4 of 5
Amount of reading: 4 of 5

Lower numbers mean fewer demands on the player. Reviews and popularity: Proven favorite.

You are probably ready when

You've finished an action game on normal difficulty and like long-term goals.

Games that could help you get comfortable

If you are new, these build the skills Monster Hunter: World asks for, one step at a time. You don't need to finish them all.

Pokémon Legends: ArceusLevel 2 · Easy
God of WarLevel 4 · Challenging
Monster Hunter: WorldLevel 5 · Tough

Settings and tips that help

Play online with experienced hunters; start with a simple weapon.

Where it plays

PlayStation, Xbox, PC. On PlayStation and Xbox it is the older console version, playable on PS5 and Xbox Series X|S through backward compatibility. Players: Solo or online co-op.

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