Monster Hunter Stories 2: Wings of Ruin

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A beautiful, approachable old-school JRPG that serves its purpose to satisfy both veterans and newbies. The grind might leave some action-craving adventurers wanting and there are some bugs to iron out, but the excellent turn-based RPG combat, wonderful visuals and endearing story make this a must play.

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8.5/10

Harry Kalagirou (Press Start)

Monster Hunter Stories 2: Wings of Ruin is even more enjoyable than the original. Small and meaningful improvement build on the same addictive formula and rewarding battle system, with an endearing story to boot that’ll hook in any fan of the franchise. The current state of the Switch version is a shame, but if you can get past the problems, Wings of Ruin has a lot to offer.

July 8, 2021 |

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While the repetitiveness of its turn-based battle system can become frustrating, Monster Hunter Stories 2 is more than a novel twist on the main series’ core components.

July 7, 2021 |

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8/10

Jordan Forward (PCGamesN)

4.5/5 stars

Victor Vellas (Attack of the Fanboy)

While the Nintendo Switch version holds the game back compared to the PC one, the game itself remains a blast from beginning to end, offerings tons of content and a unique take on the Monster Hunter formula.

July 7, 2021 |

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Harry Kalagirou (Press Start)

8.5/10 - (Read Review)

Jordan Forward (PCGamesN)

8/10 - (Read Review)

While the repetitiveness of its turn-based battle system can become frustrating, Monster Hunter Stories 2 is more than a novel twist on the main series’ core components.

Victor Vellas (Attack of the Fanboy)

4.5/5 stars - (Read Review)

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Outlet	Author	Score	Date	Quote	Read
33bits	Rubén Manzanares	90 / 100	07-07-2021	Monster hunter Stories 2 is one of the great titles of this year and can choose to be a great JRPG much remembered, a title with a good story where we do not play the role of a hunter but a raider and what this entails, followed by a great Turn-based system that every player of the genre will love. A more than essential proposal that I recommend adding to the summer cart.	Read review
ACG	Jeremy Penter	Recommended	07-07-2021	While not without imperfections, Monster hunter is a clever girl, offering strategies, secrets, and customization that have you looking over each hill for the next surprise.	Read review
Areajugones	Cristian M. Villa	8.2 / 10	07-07-2021	‎Monster Hunter Stories 2: Wings of Ruin is, in short, an interesting proposition for both Monster Hunter and Pokémon players. Capcom seamlessly fuses both concepts into a product with a greater emphasis on the story not so prominent in both franchises, and in which some details deprive it of being one of the most outstanding games of all of 2021.‎	Read review
Atomix	Alberto Desfassiaux	85 / 100	07-13-2021	Monster Hunter Stories 2: Wings of Ruin is a great turned base JRPG ideal to everyone. It doesn’t matter if you are new to the genre or the Monster Hunter series, this a game that you can pick up and have a lot of fun with it.	Read review
Attack of the Fanboy	Victor Vellas	4.5 / 5 stars	07-07-2021	While the Nintendo Switch version holds the game back compared to the PC one, the game itself remains a blast from beginning to end, offerings tons of content and a unique take on the Monster Hunter formula.	Read review
AusGamers	KostaAndreadis	7 / 10	07-08-2021	f. When it all comes together, Monster Hunter Stories 2: Wings of Ruin feels as epic and engaging as any other entry in the long-running series, albeit in turn-based RPG form.	Read review
BaziCenter	Mohammad Talebian	8 / 10	09-03-2021	Wings of Ruin is specifically developed to entertain the fans of Monster Hunter series, but by offering a different approach that feels a lot like JRPG games.	Read review
CGMagazine	Jordan Biordi	8 / 10	07-07-2021	Despite a few things holding it back, I fell in love with Monster Hunter Stories 2: Wings of Ruin, and it’s all I want to play now.	Read review
Chalgyr’s Game Room	Richard York	9.5 / 10	07-26-2021	Overall, I have to say that Monster Hunter Stories 2: Wings of Ruin of a wonderful experience. With a well done battle system, plenty of monsters to collect, tons of gear to make, and some great music to match, there’s not a lot to complain about. The multiplayer is extremely well put together for a turn-based system, and there were a bunch of little aspects, like unique egg coloring and the ability to see what other coop players eggs are that show just how much attention went in to the title.	Read review
Checkpoint Gaming	Tom Quirk	7 / 10	07-08-2021	Monster Hunter Stories 2: Wings of Ruin is somewhat imperfect, but the flaws don’t quite eclipse its strengths. Despite the annoying party AI and grind, the combat has the right level of tactical depth I would expect from a turn-based Monster Hunter game. With its adorable Monsties and a wide-open world to explore, gamers looking for a new JRPG to dive into can certainly do a lot worse. As long as you are prepared for some irritating supporting cast members and a somewhat repetitive gameplay loop, fans of the monster-collecting genre will get a lot out of this game.	Read review
COGconnected	Rhett Waselenchuk	89 / 100	07-07-2021	Monster Hunter Stories 2: Wings of Ruin is the perfect example of a game I didn’t know I needed.	Read review
Cubed3	Unknown	9 / 10	07-07-2021	Masterful storytelling, building on the successful elements from the first game and amplifying the diversity available in gene mechanics all help make Monster Hunter Stories 2 a top-class RPG for Nintendo Switch. Aside from the poogies’ absence and minor issues, there is no doubt that both returning and new fans will dive into monster hunting being impressed by the attention to detail in game design and execution that makes it accessible and highly enjoyable. It is a must buy game, and it can only be hoped that one day there will be another released to make it a trilogy.	Read review
cublikefoot	Chase Ferrin	7.5 / 10	07-30-2021	For being such a drastic shift from the series norm, Stories 2 is a surprisingly fleshed-out experience. Fun combat, tons of customization, great graphics/music – it’s just an all-around good JRPG	Read review
Daily Mirror	Eugene Sowah	4 / 5 stars	07-10-2021	The whole adventure is a massive mountain to climb and that’s without all the extra content. There are elements within the game that can feel overwhelming, but like other Monster Hunter games, players will only be rewarded by the amount they put into the game.	Read review
DASHGAMER.com	Dan Rizzo	9 / 10	08-06-2021	Monster Hunter Stories 2: Wings of Ruin is most certainly a must play for those that aren’t yet acquainted. Its engrossing charm, wit, character and adventure will inspire you to enamour yourself in its longstanding premise, tentatively convincing you to be the next Hunter.	Read review
Destructoid	Chris Carter	7.5 / 10	07-07-2021	What Monster Hunter Stories as a whole truly offers is an expansive look into the Monster Hunter universe through a more welcoming lens. It’s not as deep (in ways that both hurt and help its case), but that’s by design. Just know what you’re getting into and you should have a fun time with Monster Hunter Stories 2.	Read review
Digital Trends	Giovanni Colantonio	4 / 5 stars	07-07-2021	Monster Hunter Stories 2 is a much friendlier introduction to the complex franchise, anchored by excellent turn-based RPG combat,	Read review
Digitally Downloaded	Matt Sainsbury	4.5 / 5 stars	07-08-2021	In fact, I went into this expecting little more than a second-tier spinoff from the “real” Monster Hunter, and I’ve walked away with it being one of my favourite JRPGs of the year, in a year that has included Bravely Default 2, NieR, Atelier Ryza 2, and Scarlet Nexus. That is some incredible company to be in.	Read review
Eurogamer	Malindy Hetfeld	Recommended	07-07-2021	A beautifully realised old school JRPG whose only downfall is its story of all things.	Read review
Everyeye.it	Antonello Bello	8.5 / 10	07-07-2021	Following in the footsteps of its predecessor, Monster Hunter Stories 2: Wings of Ruin is confirmed as a solid and enjoyable JRPG, as well as a respectful spin-off to the main series from which it is drawn. The product boasts an incredible variety of arrows (both in terms of monsters and equipment), a more engaging story than the original and above all an attractive and less childish visual rendering.	Read review
Fextralife	Yuria	8 / 10	07-07-2021	Monster Hunter Stories 2: Wings of Ruin is a solid turn-based monster collector that still manages to feel like a Monster Hunter game. If you’re a fan of games like Pokemon Sword and Shield, or you just can’t get enough Monster Hunter, you’ll definitely want to check out this game.	Read review
Game Informer	John Carson	8.5 / 10	07-07-2021	Hatching Monsties and battling alongside them against bigger monsters is very fun and pulls its weight more than the lackluster story	Read review
Game Rant	Greysun Morales	4 / 5 stars	07-08-2021	Monster Hunter Stories 2: Wings of Ruin doesn’t shake the genre up or do anything incredibly unique, but it’s a massive JRPG with lots to do. It’s a solid entry for the sub-series and is recommended for those looking for a charming title on the Switch that doesn’t require much thinking or undivided attention. It’s a casual game for the most part, but the back half does provide some epic story moments that are satisfying and worth watching.	Read review
Gameblog	Filipe Da Silva Barbosa	7 / 10	07-09-2021	Developers have put all efforts into making a game that will accompany the players during all summer and even after. Very solid and more profound than it seems, the combat system benefits of dynamic cut scenes during special attacks that make every battle enjoyable. Alas, the first half of the game might seem too bland and the egg searching and hatching concept quite tedious, but there’s no doubt that many players will get fun out of it.	Read review
GameGrin	Simon Brown	9 / 10	08-02-2021	A fantastic game for both fans of Monster Hunter and newcomers alike, cleverly weaves aspects of the main games into a traditional RPG setting and can stand on its own.	Read review
GameMAG	Unknown	7 / 10	07-23-2021	Monster Hunter Stories 2: Wings of Ruin have one of the most in-depth and exciting monster breeding system ever made, but sadly it comes with rather archaic narrative and boring combat encounters.	Read review
Gamer Escape	Grant Dotter	10 / 10	07-09-2021	Wings of Ruin is awesome, and you should play it.	Read review
Gamers Heroes	Johnny Hurricane	8 / 10	07-12-2021	Monster Hunter Stories 2: Wings of Ruin is a game for JRPG fans and Monster Hunter fans alike, perfect for those that have a thing for capturing and raising monsters.	Read review
GameSkinny	George Yang	7 / 10	07-07-2021	While there are some issues such as an underdeveloped main villain and a few performance problems, if you played Monster Hunter Stories and enjoyed it, you’ll definitely like this follow-up.	Read review
GameSpot	Kevin Knezevic	7 / 10	07-09-2021	Capcom’s new Monster Hunter spin-off is a solid JRPG for those who enjoy collecting and raising monsters.	Read review
GameWatcher	Bogdan Robert	7.5 / 10	07-07-2021	Monster Hunter Stories 2: Wings of Ruin is very much so a Monster Hunter game. Its main focus still falls on the core loop of battling monsters, gathering materials, and using them to craft badass gear suited for different situations. Infused with a rock-paper-scissors turn-based combat system and creature collection elements, it does, nevertheless, provide a different spin on things that adds extra reasons to sink your teeth into its inherent grind.	Read review
GameXplain	Alex Dufresne	Recommended	07-07-2021	Video Review	Read review
Gaming Nexus	Eric Hauter	7 / 10	07-07-2021	Monster Hunter Stories 2: Wings of Ruin is a mixed bag. Hatching and maxing out your Monsties is a lot of fun, but the battle system in which you spend most of your time eventually wears out its welcome. While the story becomes interesting in the late game, it takes a long time to get there, with extended periods spent wandering from quest point to quest point on autopilot. There are a lot of systems at play here, but they don’t always gel into a compelling game.	Read review
GamingBolt	Pramath	8 / 10	07-07-2021	Fans and newcomers to the series, genre, or spin-off sub-series alike will find a lot to enjoy in Monster Hunter Stories 2, which, despite a few stumbles, presents one of the stronger RPG offerings on the Switch.	Read review
GamingTrend	David Flynn	85 / 100	07-07-2021	Monster Hunter Stories 2: Wings of Ruin is a great and charming RPG with a similar, addicting gameplay loop as the main series. While the game drags a little in the middle, it’s worth seeing through to the end and beyond.	Read review
GBAtemp	Christopher Otero	8.4 / 10	08-05-2021	Monster Hunter Stories 2: Wings of Ruin is an excellent RPG and addition to the Monster Hunter series. Regardless of if you are a fan of the series, a first-timer, or just a fan of RPGs in general, I highly recommend giving this consideration.	Read review
God is a Geek	Mick Fraser	9.5 / 10	07-07-2021	Despite minor issues, I’ve had so much more fun with Monster Hunter Stories 2: Wings of Ruin than I thought I would. It’s exciting, funny, good-looking, and action packed – but it’s also full of heart. It’s not in competition with Monster Hunter: Rise. It exists as its own entity, and offers something very different for those who just don’t click with the main series. Aside a few minor issues, Monster Hunter Stories 2: Wings of Ruin is a wonderful adventure.	Read review
GotGame	Brian Zuhl	9.5 / 10	07-23-2021	Though intimidating, the Monster Hunter series has always had a beautiful world to explore with many creative monsters to hunt. Now, with Monster Hunter Stories 2: Wings of Ruin, it’s more accessible than ever before. With an excellent combat system and a fun variety of monsties to tame, you can spend hundreds of hours in this world. If you’ve always been interested in Monster Hunter but felt overwhelmed by its multitude of mechanics, then this is a great entry point to the series. If you’re a veteran who’s been playing since day one, then the similarities between the turn based combat and regular combat will bring you a familiar sense of joy.	Read review
Hardcore Gamer	Kirstin Swalley	4.5 / 5 stars	07-07-2021	Monster Hunter Stories was one of the most brilliant spin-off decisions in the series and this sequel does its best to improve upon what the original started and does it well.	Read review
Hobby Consolas	David Rodriguez	80 / 100	07-07-2021	Monster Hunter Stories 2: Wings of Ruin is a complete game that serves its purpose to dazzle veterans and newbies. Although it has errors, its visual style, its combat and its successes when it comes to capturing the essence of the classic JRPG make this game a recommendable title.	Read review
IGN	Casey DeFreitas	8 / 10	07-07-2021	Monster Hunter Stories 2: Wings of Ruin is a beautifully presented JRPG with a plethora of fun things to do and deep systems I happily got lost in – but a few issues leave it short of being flawless.	Read review
IGN Italy	Alessandro Alosi	8.5 / 10	07-07-2021	This sequel is very similar to the first chapter in terms of feel and structure, but that does not mean that it is not a valid and better game: those who have enjoyed the first will surely love Monster Hunter Stories 2: Wings of Ruin.	Read review
IGN Spain	Álex Pareja	8 / 10	07-07-2021	Expand and improve what was seen in the first installment, with greater visual maturity and small modifications in battles. Extremely deep, its superb turn-based combat and depth will hook you if you are able to get into its replay and egg collection dynamic.	Read review
Impulsegamer	Hugh Mitchell	4.5 / 5 stars	07-31-2021	Monster Hunter Stories 2: Wings of Ruin manages to transform the classically frenetic Monster-Hunter gameplay into a turn-based JRPG to great success.	Read review
JVL	Kikitoès	8 / 10	08-09-2021	Monster Hunter Stories 2: Wings of Ruin is a successful, generous title with more detailed gameplay than you might think.	Read review
Merlin’in Kazanı	Samet Basri Taşlı	80 / 100	07-07-2021	When I first saw Monster Hunter Stories 2: Wings of Ruin, I thought it was going to be a Telltale-style, story-based game because of its name and published trailers, but as I played it, I saw it was a completely different game. With its content, it is good enough to attract both those who love the Monster Hunter series and those who have previously enjoyed Pokemon-style games.	Read review
Metro GameCentral	GameCentral	7 / 10	07-07-2021	A clever reinterpretation of classic Monster Hunter action in the form of a Japanese role-playing game. Although it can often seem a little too oversimplified compared to the mainline titles.	Read review
Niche Gamer	Fingal Belmont	7 / 10	08-03-2021	Monster Hunter Stories 2: Wings of Ruin has a deep combat system, and players who enjoy very complex character building mechanics will find that there is limitless potential for any monstie. It’s held back by technical limitations on Switch, but that shouldn’t be an issue for the PC version. The only problem you’ll have is fighting the urge to stuff Navirou in a refrigerator.	Read review
Nintendo Enthusiast	Miguel Moran	9 / 10	07-07-2021	Monster Hunter Stories 2: Wings of Ruin breathes new life into the world of Monster Hunter. The shift to a turn-based RPG is handled so well, with an addictive and fast-paced combat system that’s just as rewarding as traditional Monster Hunter. Complementing that is a genuinely engaging story full of wonderful characters, all rendered in an incredibly beautiful art style. Whether you’re a newcomer or a series veteran, this is a must-play RPG.	Read review
Nintendo Life	Thomas Whitehead	8 / 10	07-07-2021	Monster Hunter Stories 2: Wings of Ruin deserves to find a sizable audience. It’s full of charm and boasts depth that can immerse the committed or be dabbled with by those eager to simply experience the story. As a blend of Monster Hunter with a traditional RPG approach it’s an accomplished effort, and offers the sort of meaty experience that’ll keep most players busy for weeks. Switch owners will need to tolerate some disappointing performance, unfortunately, but the overall experience shines nonetheless. It’s a game of bright colours and wholehearted optimism, which is very welcome indeed.Oh, and you can name your Monsties; trust us, you’re gonna love these companions.	Read review
Nintendo Wire	Jaxson Tapp	9 / 10	07-07-2021	I fell in love with the first Monster Hunter Stories, and that led to a renewed interest in the Monster Hunter series as a whole. I never dreamed we’d be getting a sequel, let alone one that would improve on the original as much as Wings of Ruin did.	Read review
NintendoWorldReport	Donald Theriault	8 / 10	07-07-2021	That said, Stories 2 might end up being the game I get the closest to a “perfect game” in. There’s plenty to play with here, and honestly I’d like to double back and check out the original to fill in some of the gaps in the story. This JRPG July is off to a pretty good start.	Read review
Noisy Pixel	Heather De Boer	9 / 10	07-07-2021	Monster Hunter Stories 2: Wings of Ruin is an amazing JRPG that offers an exceptional monster collecting experience combined with a great story. The added narrative doesn’t lose focus on what makes the Monster Hunter series so addictive and only enhances the experience. This game successfully built on the systems present in the original and improved them for a brand new adventure. While the performance can be questionable, I enjoyed every second of my time exploring the world with my Monsties by my side.	Read review
PC Gamer	Daniella Lucas	80 / 100	07-07-2021	Cute and approachable, but with enough bite to satisfy.	Read review
PC Invasion	Andrew Farrell	8 / 10	07-07-2021	While it can get repetitive and you don’t have as much control over combat as I’d like, this is undoubtedly a very strong entry in the series on its own merits. If the idea of raising a horde of monsters and having them knock the crap out of others sounds good to you, I can’t imagine you won’t find anything to enjoy here.	Read review
PCGamesN	Jordan Forward	8 / 10	07-07-2021	While the repetitiveness of its turn-based battle system can become frustrating, Monster Hunter Stories 2 is more than a novel twist on the main series’ core components.	Read review
PowerUp!	James Wood	7.5 / 10	07-08-2021	For all it’s charm and mechanical depth, Wings of Ruin only just manages to fly.	Read review
Press Start	Harry Kalogirou	8.5 / 10	07-08-2021	Monster Hunter Stories 2: Wings of Ruin is even more enjoyable than the original. Small and meaningful improvement build on the same addictive formula and rewarding battle system, with an endearing story to boot that’ll hook in any fan of the franchise. The current state of the Switch version is a shame, but if you can get past the problems, Wings of Ruin has a lot to offer.	Read review
Rapid Reviews UK	Chelsea Beardsmore	4.5 / 5 stars	08-29-2021	Monster Hunter Stories was originally released on the Nintendo 3DS, and although it didn’t really take off over here, it’s back with its sequel – Monster Hunter Stories 2: Wings of Ruin. Was this a welcomed addition to the Switch library? Read on to find out.	Read review
Reno Gazette-Journal	Jason Hidalgo	9.5 / 10	07-07-2021	Once in a while, you come across a game that surprises you in the most pleasant ways. Monster Hunter Stories 2 went above and beyond my expectations for the sequel with its wonderful visuals as well as a story with plenty of heart, poignancy as well as some good old fun thrown in between. It’s obvious that a great amount of effort was put in this game and it shows. Given how the first game underperformed, Monster Hunter Stories 2 is a game that shouldn’t have been made. Thank goodness that it was.	Read review
Screen Rant	Unknown	3.5 / 5 stars	07-07-2021	. If Monster Hunter Stories 2 allowed the player full control over the party and made it more about customizing a team, then the overall experience would make it an excellent entry in the franchise. Even without, it’s a very good turn-based monster collector with broad appeal that’s worth a look for fans of the genre.	Read review
SECTOR.sk	Michal Korec	8.5 / 10	07-12-2021	New hunt and adventure with big monsters can amuse Switch and PC players as well.	Read review
Shacknews	TJ Denzer	8 / 10	07-07-2021	A combination that longtime Monster Hunter fans and turn-based RPG fans ought to see for themselves, though the grind might leave some more action-craving adventurers wanting.	Read review
Sirus Gaming	Adrian Morales	8 / 10	07-19-2021	Monster Hunter Stories 2 certainly isn’t a perfect game, the story is paced awkwardly, the voice acting is dry and it’s mostly a stripped-back Monster Hunter experience that not every Monster Hunter fan will want to play. Where Monster Hunter truly succeeds is in making the combat captivating, the story charming and the monsties fun to collect and manage. If you’re both a Monster Hunter fan and a JRPG fan, or just someone looking to scratch that Pokemon itch, Monster Hunter Stories 2: Wings of Ruin is just the game you’re looking for.	Read review
Skill Up	Ralph Panebianco	Recommended	07-07-2021	Video Review	Read review
Softpedia	Cosmin Vasile	8.5 / 10	07-12-2021	Despite the cliché story scenario, the game does have its surprising moments that can get you emotional rather quickly. At the end of the day, I believe Wings of Ruin’s lighthearted narrative is perfectly suited for a Monster Hunter game that’s all about hatching monsters to help you hunt the same monsters.	Read review
SomHráč.sk	Róbert Herda	90 / 100	08-11-2021	Monster Hunter Stories 2: Wings of Ruin is a great JRPG that doesn’t reinvent the wheel, but offers everything the best games in the genre should.	Read review
SpazioGames	Unknown	7.8 / 10	07-07-2021	Monster Hunter Stories 2: Wings of Ruin it’s a little more than a “more of the same”. The story, like the Monsties, are fun and engaging, but don’t expect a masterpiece unless you’re an hardcore Monster Hunter fan.	Read review
Stevivor	Unknown	8 / 10	07-08-2021	Fans of the Monster Hunter series – even the main games – will have a real hit on their hands here, with a pleasant change of pace from the usual Monster Hunter antics. That doesn’t mean that there’s not plenty here for the layman too, and if you’re looking for a fun, if a bit easy, title to run you through to that huge release window in October than this is definitely worthy of your consideration.	Read review
TechRaptor	Tanushri Shah	8 / 10	08-10-2021	Although clichéd and in need of some sharpening, Monster Hunter Stories 2 offers a fun and lighthearted take on the world of Monster Hunter. At the same time, it improves on the Pokémon formula and is much more than just another clone.	Read review
The Games Machine	Danilo Dellafrana	7.8 / 10	07-07-2021	Monster Hunter Stories 2 turns out to be a good JRPG that will delight fans of the saga, especially those willing to turn a blind eye to its undeniable ease and a narrative held back by avalanches of fetch quests and a disappointing protagonist. Those who have played the first game should keep in mind that this is a more of the same, with all the pros and cons that this entails.	Read review
TheSixthAxis	Steve C	8 / 10	07-07-2021	Monster Hunter Stories 2: Wings of Ruin is a great JRPG that blends the spirit of Monster Hunter with turn-based combat and exploration. The central story is good, but it’s the loot loop and party building that really draws you in. It may not represent a huge leap forward from the original game, but this is a fantastic title for fans of either the main Monster Hunter series or JRPGs in general.	Read review
TrueGaming	Unknown	8 / 10	07-09-2021	Monster Hunter Stories 2 is fun, charming, and accessible. It still has some usual flaws, but it could entertain both casuals and hardcore RPG fans.	Read review
Twinfinite	Zhiqing Wan	3.5 / 5 stars	07-07-2021	Monster Hunter Stories 2: Wings of Ruin will serve as a great game for welcoming series newcomers into this vast and vibrant universe, but it might not be your cup of tea if you’re already invested in the mainline series.	Read review
VG247	Dorrani Williams 7 July 2021 16:01 GMT	Recommended	07-07-2021	Monster Hunter Stories 2 is a win, with so many quality of life changes from its predecessor on 3DS. It’s welcoming and accessible, familiar yet new, complex but not too confusing, and has plenty of surprises waiting for players and I can see myself playing it way beyond this review.	Read review
VGChartz	Evan Norris	7.5 / 10	08-08-2021	Proof that the franchise has great potential for growth outside the bounds of its traditional mechanics.	Read review
Video Chums	Mary Billington	9.1 / 10	07-07-2021	Monster Hunter Stories 2: Wings of Ruin is a top-notch RPG with a challenging battle system and varied world. Once I started playing, I couldn’t put it down as it continued to capture my imagination with its enjoyable exploration and heartwarming story.	Read review
Video Games Chronicle	Chris Scullion	4 / 5 stars	07-07-2021	Monster Hunter Stories 2 is a solid and thoroughly entertaining turn-based RPG. As long as you can put up with some bad jokes and relatively low difficulty, there’s a lot of fun to be had here.	Read review
VideoGamer	Josh Wise	8 / 10	07-07-2021	Wings of Ruin may not make a hardened hunter of you, but nor does it want to. It would rather bring you along for its own wondrous ride.	Read review
WayTooManyGames	Kyle Nicol	8 / 10	07-07-2021	Monster Hunter Stories 2: Wings of Ruin is a much better game than I could have ever anticipated. It’s a very clever spin on the Monster Hunter formula, with a cutesy art style, turn-based combat that is easy to pick up regardless of your experience with RPG games, a serviceable story, and more than enough depth and sidequests to keep you busy for hours.	Read review
Wccftech	Unknown	8 / 10	07-07-2021	Geared towards a younger or perhaps less experienced player base, Monster Hunter Stories 2: Wings of Ruin carves off a big piece of hunting joy while trimming away the fat.	Read review
We Got This Covered	Jon Hueber	4 / 5 stars	07-14-2021	Combining the best aspects of other genres and series, Monster Hunter Stories 2 offers up a charming reimagining of the franchise’s tried-and-tested gameplay.	Read review
WellPlayed	Jordan Garcia	9 / 10	07-08-2021	Monster Hunter Stores 2: Wings of Ruin has made me a believer that not all JRPGs will rub me the wrong way. Its charming, lovely story mixed with its wonderfully engaging combat and being able to kidnap monsters create a fantastic experience which also adds to the depth of Monster Hunter’s world and lore.	Read review
Windows Central	Alexander Cope	4.5 / 5 stars	07-07-2021	Monster Hunter Stories 2 is a fun, anime-inspired ride that gets better the further you delve in. It has a huge roster of Monsties to tame, a simple to learn but difficult to master combat system, and an insanely addictive Monstie development system.	Read review
Worth Playing	Chris “Atom” DeAngelus	8 / 10	07-07-2021	Monster Hunter Stories 2: Wings of Ruin is a charming and enjoyable little RPG that is geared toward Monster Hunter fans who are looking for something with a slower pace. The story and tone may be a tad childish for some, but it works well for the characters. The strong core combat system buoys some lackluster dungeons and a generic story. It’s a chill RPG for Monster Hunter fans and a pretty good introduction to the franchise for newcomers, especially younger children who may be frustrated by a traditional Monster Hunter title.	Read review
Zoomg	محمد صادق تواضعی	8 / 10	07-25-2021	Monster Hunter Stories 2, despite its high potential in the storytelling section, unfortunately has a typical stereotypical storyline, and the lack of proper characterization.	Read review
ZTGD	Drew Leachman	7.5 / 10	07-13-2021	Overall, Monster Hunter Stories 2 is a fine game. It does nothing offensive while still having some great mechanics thrown in. The story is decent, the combat is fun, but can get a little long in the tooth and the overall progression system was fine albeit a bit one note after a while. Monster Hunter fans can have a fun time with it while old school RPG fans will get more out of the mechanics of the combat mixed with the rite of channeling that can really get the maximum stat boosts going. It has it’s pacing issues here and there with the combat and the quest progression, but overall, these are minor compared to the sheer amount of things you can do while still raising the best team of Monsties you can make.	Read review

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Monster Hunter Stories 2: Wings of Ruin offers both RPG and Monster Hunter fans a unique new experience with a rich storyline featuring charming characters, challenging quests and friendly encounters with familiar monsters from the Monster Hunter series. Assuming the role of a young Monster Rider who can use a Kinship Stone to form strong bonds with monsters, players can gain experience and improve their skills to form deeper connections with these wonderful creatures. When ready, players can embark on memorable adventures filled with dramatic events and heartwarming friendships as the epic tale unfolds.

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