Monster Hunter: World Analysis on Niklas Notes

Monster Hunter: World

Game

(released 6 years ago)

CAPCOM Co., Ltd.

TL;DR

It is an action RPG where players hunt giant monsters in a vibrant ecosystem. Players can team up with others or go solo, using materials from defeated foes to craft better gear. It’s like a game of hide and seek, but with much larger, angrier participants.

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Genres:

Hack and Slash

MMORPG

Souls-like

Tags:

Action

RPG

Exploration

Open World

Adventure

JRPG

Action RPG

Hack and Slash

Souls-like

MMORPG

Multiplayer

Co-op

Character Customization

Singleplayer

Atmospheric

Third Person

Great Soundtrack

Difficult

Fantasy

Replay Value

Likely Inspirations:

Dark Souls

Elden Ring

Monster Hunter 4 Ultimate

Shadow of the Colossus

The Legend of Zelda: Breath of the Wild

Steam Review Analysis – Total (updated Jul 24, 2025, 8:59 PM)

Disclaimer: This analysis is independently conducted and is not affiliated with Valve or Steam.

Review Summary - 490,983

88%

Very Positive

435384

55599

1% Primarily Play on Deck

Playtime Statistics

Playtime Overview

Estimated Playthrough Time

117.02 hrs

Min Playtime

0.10 hrs

15th Percentile

20.97 hrs

Median Playtime

112.27 hrs

85th Percentile

456.72 hrs

Max Playtime

23074.80 hrs

Conclusion

Overall, players are highly enthusiastic about the engaging gameplay, variety of weapons, and the quality of the DLC, while expressing concerns about grind, difficulty, and performance issues. The community aspect and beautiful visuals also contribute positively to the game's reception, although some players find the pacing and multiplayer experience frustrating due to design choices. The game's accessibility and controls remain a point of contention, particularly for new players.

Strongly Positive

Engaging Gameplay

Players find the gameplay loop of hunting monsters and crafting gear to be highly engaging and addictive.

~33%

Variety of Weapons

The game offers a diverse range of weapons, allowing players to choose different play styles and strategies.

~4%

Community and Multiplayer

Players enjoy the cooperative multiplayer aspect, which enhances the fun and social experience of hunting together.

~4%

DLC Quality

The Iceborne expansion is frequently mentioned as significantly improving the game, adding more content and challenges.

~4%

Visuals and Environment

The graphics and environmental design are praised for their beauty and detail, enhancing the overall experience.

~2%

Positive

Neutral / Mixed Opinions

Negative

Grind and Repetition

Many players express frustration with the grind and repetitive nature of quests and monster hunts.

~4%

Difficulty and Learning Curve

New players often find the game's difficulty and steep learning curve to be challenging and sometimes frustrating.

~3%

Controls and Accessibility

Some players report issues with controls, particularly with mouse and keyboard setups, affecting their gameplay experience.

~2%

Performance Issues

Some players experience performance issues, including frame rate drops and stuttering, which detracts from the gameplay.

~2%

Story and Narrative

The game's story is often criticized for being minimal and not engaging, especially for players seeking a narrative experience.

~1%

Game Length and Pacing

Players express concerns about the pacing of the game, feeling that certain quests and monster hunts can be excessively long and tedious.

~1%

Strongly Negative

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Related Products and DLCs

Game	Type	Age
Monster Hunter: World	Game	6Y
Monster Hunter World: Iceborne	DLC	5Y
Monster Hunter: World - High Resolution Texture Pack	DLC	6Y
Monster Hunter: World - Additional Gesture Bundle 1	DLC	6Y
Monster Hunter: World - Hairstyle: Provisions Manager	DLC	6Y
Monster Hunter: World - Hairstyle: Field Team Leader	DLC	6Y
Monster Hunter: World - The Handler's Guildmarm Costume	DLC	6Y
Monster Hunter: World - Deluxe Kit	DLC	6Y
Monster Hunter: World - The Handler's Astera 3 Star Chef Coat	DLC	6Y
Monster Hunter: World - The Handler's Mischievous Dress	DLC	6Y
Monster Hunter: World - Hairstyle: The Handler	DLC	6Y
Monster Hunter: World - Hairstyle: The Admiral	DLC	6Y
Monster Hunter: World - Free Character Edit Voucher	DLC	6Y
Monster Hunter: World - Sticker Set: Mega Man Set	DLC	6Y
Monster Hunter: World - Character Edit Voucher: Single Voucher	DLC	6Y
Monster Hunter: World - Character Edit Voucher: Two-Voucher Pack	DLC	6Y
Monster Hunter: World - Character Edit Voucher: Three-Voucher Pack	DLC	6Y
Monster Hunter: World - Gesture: Devil May Cry Dual Guns	DLC	6Y
Monster Hunter: World - Sticker Set: Devil May Cry Set	DLC	6Y
Monster Hunter: World - The Handler's Winter Spirit Coat	DLC	6Y
Monster Hunter: World - Free Sticker Set: Mingle Hunter	DLC	6Y
Monster Hunter: World - Free Gesture: Happy Hunting!	DLC	6Y
Monster Hunter: World - The Handler's Friendly Felyne Costume	DLC	6Y
Monster Hunter: World - The Handler's Busy Bee Dress	DLC	6Y
Monster Hunter: World - The Handler's Sunshine Pareo	DLC	6Y
Monster Hunter World: Iceborne Deluxe Kit	DLC	5Y
Monster Hunter: World - Character & Palico Edit Voucher: Single Voucher	DLC	5Y
Monster Hunter: World - Character & Palico Edit Voucher: Two-Voucher Pack	DLC	5Y
Monster Hunter: World - Character & Palico Edit Voucher: Three-Voucher Pack	DLC	5Y
Monster Hunter: World - Palico Edit Voucher: Single Voucher	DLC	5Y
Monster Hunter: World - Palico Edit Voucher: Two-Voucher Pack	DLC	5Y
Monster Hunter: World - Palico Edit Voucher: Three-Voucher Pack	DLC	5Y
Monster Hunter: World - Sticker Set: Hunter Items Set	DLC	5Y
Monster Hunter: World - Sticker Set: Monster Statuses Set	DLC	5Y
Monster Hunter: World - Pose Set: Crouching	DLC	5Y
Monster Hunter: World - Pose Set: Unique	DLC	5Y
Monster Hunter: World - The Handler's Kokoto Gal's Costume	DLC	5Y
Monster Hunter World: Iceborne - MHW:I Sticker Set: Iceborne Monsters Set	DLC	5Y
Monster Hunter World: Iceborne - MHW:I Room Decor: Cute Decor Set	DLC	5Y
Monster Hunter World: Iceborne - MHW:I Room Decor: Giant Stuffed Doll Set	DLC	5Y
Monster Hunter World: Iceborne - MHW:I Music Player: Additional BGM Set Vol. 1	DLC	5Y
Monster Hunter: World - The Handler's Tyrant Costume	DLC	5Y
Monster Hunter: World - Sticker Set: Raccoon City Set	DLC	5Y
Monster Hunter World: Iceborne - MHW:I Monster Figure: Nergigante	DLC	5Y
Monster Hunter World: Iceborne - MHW:I Monster Figure: Kushala Daora	DLC	5Y
Monster Hunter World: Iceborne - MHW:I Monster Figure: Dodogama	DLC	5Y
Monster Hunter World: Iceborne - MHW:I Monster Figure: Rathalos	DLC	5Y
Monster Hunter World: Iceborne - MHW:I Monster Figure: Anjanath	DLC	5Y
Monster Hunter World: Iceborne - MHW:I Monster Figure: Tobi-Kadachi	DLC	5Y
Monster Hunter World: Iceborne - MHW:I Monster Figure: Barioth	DLC	5Y
Monster Hunter World: Iceborne - MHW:I Monster Figure: Banbaro	DLC	5Y
Monster Hunter World: Iceborne - MHW:I Monster Figure: Boaboa	DLC	5Y
Monster Hunter World: Iceborne - MHW:I Music Player: Raccoon City Collaboration - Black Impact	DLC	5Y
Monster Hunter: World - The Handler's Graceful Short Dress	DLC	5Y
Monster Hunter: World - The Handler's Techno Handler Costume	DLC	5Y
Monster Hunter: World - Sticker Set: Lynian Set	DLC	5Y
Monster Hunter: World - MHW:I Gesture Pack: Swag Dance Set	DLC	5Y
Monster Hunter: World - MHW:I Gesture Pack: Clean Dance Set	DLC	5Y
Monster Hunter: World - MHW:I Gesture Pack: Hype Up Set	DLC	5Y
Monster Hunter: World - Pose Set: Weapon Pose (3)	DLC	5Y
Monster Hunter World: Iceborne - Hairstyle: Wild Pompadour	DLC	5Y
Monster Hunter World: Iceborne - Hairstyle: Mysterious Samurai	DLC	5Y
Monster Hunter World: Iceborne - Hairstyle: Artful Buzz	DLC	5Y
Monster Hunter World: Iceborne - Hairstyle: Hime Cut	DLC	5Y
Monster Hunter World: Iceborne - Hairstyle: Light & Wavy	DLC	5Y
Monster Hunter World: Iceborne - Hairstyle: Semi-long Up	DLC	5Y
Monster Hunter World: Iceborne - Hairstyle: Great Mohawk	DLC	5Y
Monster Hunter World: Iceborne - Hairstyle: Pleasant Ponytail	DLC	5Y
Monster Hunter World: Iceborne - Hairstyle: Short Bob	DLC	5Y
Monster Hunter World: Iceborne - Hairstyle: Long & Wavy	DLC	5Y
Monster Hunter World: Iceborne - MHW:I Room Decor: Intimate Decor Set	DLC	5Y
Monster Hunter World: Iceborne - MHW: I Room Decor: Lighting Set	DLC	5Y
Monster Hunter World: Iceborne - MHW:I Special Monster Figure: Grand Appreciation Fest	DLC	5Y
Monster Hunter World: Iceborne - MHW:I Monster Figure: Velkhana	DLC	5Y
Monster Hunter World: Iceborne - MHW:I Monster Figure: Legiana	DLC	5Y
Monster Hunter World: Iceborne - MHW:I Monster Figure: Beotodus	DLC	5Y
Monster Hunter World: Iceborne - MHW:I Monster Figure: Nargacuga	DLC	5Y
Monster Hunter World: Iceborne - MHW:I Monster Figure: Pukei-Pukei	DLC	5Y
Monster Hunter World: Iceborne - MHW:I Monster Figure: Grimalkyne	DLC	5Y
Monster Hunter World: Iceborne - MHW:I Monster Figure: Glavenus	DLC	5Y
Monster Hunter World: Iceborne - MHW:I Monster Figure: Rathian	DLC	5Y
Monster Hunter World: Iceborne - MHW:I Monster Figure: Kulu-Ya-Ku	DLC	5Y
Monster Hunter World: Iceborne - MHW:I Music Player: Additional BGM Set Vol. 2	DLC	5Y
Monster Hunter World: Iceborne - MHW:I Music Player: Additional BGM Set Vol. 3	DLC	5Y
Monster Hunter World: Iceborne - Pendant: Stuffed Felyne Teddy	DLC	5Y
Monster Hunter World: Iceborne - Pendant: Stuffed Melynx Teddy	DLC	5Y
Monster Hunter World: Iceborne - Pendant: White Felyne Teddy	DLC	5Y
Monster Hunter World: Iceborne - Pendant: Pink Felyne Teddy	DLC	5Y
Monster Hunter World: Iceborne - Pendant: Grape Felyne Teddy	DLC	5Y
Monster Hunter World: Iceborne - Pendant: Mint Felyne Teddy	DLC	5Y
Monster Hunter World: Iceborne - Pendant: Orange Felyne Teddy	DLC	5Y
Monster Hunter World: Iceborne - Pendant: Moly Pendant - Luck	DLC	5Y
Monster Hunter World: Iceborne - Pendant: Moly Pendant - Health	DLC	5Y
Monster Hunter World: Iceborne - Pendant: Moly Pendant - Safety	DLC	5Y
Monster Hunter World: Iceborne - Pendant: Moly Pendant - Love	DLC	5Y
Monster Hunter World: Iceborne - Pendant: Moly Pendant - Protection	DLC	5Y
Monster Hunter World: Iceborne - Pendant: Moly Pendant - Passion	DLC	5Y
Monster Hunter World: Iceborne - Pendant: Moly Pendant - Peace	DLC	5Y
Monster Hunter World: Iceborne - Hairstyle: Commander	DLC	5Y
Monster Hunter World: Iceborne - Hairstyle: Excitable A-Lister	DLC	5Y
Monster Hunter World: Iceborne - Hairstyle: Analytics Director	DLC	5Y
Monster Hunter World: Iceborne - Hairstyle: The Seeker	DLC	5Y
Monster Hunter World: Iceborne - Hairstyle: Serious Handler	DLC	5Y
Monster Hunter World: Iceborne - Hairstyle: Third Fleet Master	DLC	5Y
Monster Hunter World: Iceborne - Hairstyle: The Tracker	DLC	5Y
Monster Hunter: World - Sticker Set: Friendly Greetings Set	DLC	5Y
Monster Hunter World: Iceborne - Pendant: Pukei Strap	DLC	5Y
Monster Hunter World: Iceborne - Pendant: Coral Pukei Strap	DLC	5Y
Monster Hunter World: Iceborne - Pendant: Swinging Rajang	DLC	5Y
Monster Hunter World: Iceborne - Pendant: Swinging Furious Rajang	DLC	5Y
Monster Hunter World: Iceborne - Pendant: Strollin' Paolumu	DLC	5Y
Monster Hunter World: Iceborne - Pendant: Strollin' Nightshade	DLC	5Y
Monster Hunter World: Iceborne - Pendant: Flying Meduso	DLC	5Y
Monster Hunter World: Iceborne - Pendant: Flying Meduso Colony	DLC	5Y
Monster Hunter World: Iceborne - Pendant: Red Balloon	DLC	5Y
Monster Hunter World: Iceborne - Pendant: Red & White Balloons	DLC	5Y
Monster Hunter World: Iceborne - Pendant: Rainbow Balloons	DLC	5Y
Monster Hunter World: Iceborne - MHW:I Room Decor: Splendid Decor Set	DLC	5Y
Monster Hunter World: Iceborne - MHW:I Room Decor: Lil' Bit of Glamour Decor Set	DLC	5Y
Monster Hunter World: Iceborne - MHW:I Room Decor: Mini Model Set	DLC	5Y
Monster Hunter World: Iceborne - MHW:I Monster Figure: Zinogre	DLC	5Y
Monster Hunter World: Iceborne - MHW:I Monster Figure: Yian Garuga	DLC	5Y
Monster Hunter World: Iceborne - MHW:I Monster Figure: Girros & Great Girros	DLC	5Y
Monster Hunter World: Iceborne - MHW:I Monster Figure: Namielle	DLC	5Y
Monster Hunter World: Iceborne - MHW:I Monster Figure: Paolumu	DLC	5Y
Monster Hunter World: Iceborne - MHW:I Monster Figure: Tzitzi-Ya-Ku	DLC	5Y
Monster Hunter World: Iceborne - MHW:I Monster Figure: Jyuratodus	DLC	5Y
Monster Hunter World: Iceborne - MHW:I Monster Figure: Barroth	DLC	5Y
Monster Hunter World: Iceborne - MHW:I Monster Figure: Diablos	DLC	5Y
Monster Hunter World: Iceborne - MHW:I Monster Figure: Safi'jiiva	DLC	5Y
Monster Hunter World: Iceborne - MHW:I Monster Figure: Xeno'jiiva	DLC	5Y
Monster Hunter World: Iceborne - MHW:I Monster Figure: Wulg	DLC	5Y
Monster Hunter World: Iceborne - MHW:I Music Player: Additional BGM Set Vol. 4	DLC	5Y
Monster Hunter World: Iceborne - MHW:I Music Player: Additional BGM Set Vol. 5	DLC	5Y
Monster Hunter: World - The Handler's Rose Vestido	DLC	5Y
Monster Hunter World: Iceborne - Hairstyle: Half Ponytail	DLC	5Y
Monster Hunter World: Iceborne - Hairstyle: Fluffy Mop	DLC	5Y
Monster Hunter World: Iceborne - Hairstyle: Rath-a-like	DLC	5Y
Monster Hunter World: Iceborne - Hairstyle: Wandering Samurai	DLC	5Y
Monster Hunter World: Iceborne - Pendant: Emerald Kulve Heart	DLC	5Y
Monster Hunter World: Iceborne - Pendant: Ruby Kulve Heart	DLC	5Y
Monster Hunter World: Iceborne - Pendant: Crystal Kulve Heart	DLC	5Y
Monster Hunter World: Iceborne - Pendant: Topaz Kulve Heart	DLC	5Y
Monster Hunter World: Iceborne - Pendant: Sapphire Kulve Heart	DLC	5Y
Monster Hunter World: Iceborne - Pendant: Rosegem Kulve Heart	DLC	5Y
Monster Hunter World: Iceborne - MHW:I Music Player: Additional BGM Set Vol. 6	DLC	5Y
Monster Hunter World: Iceborne - MHW:I Music Player: Additional BGM Set Vol. 7	DLC	5Y
Monster Hunter World: Iceborne - Pendant: Gold Heavenly Dragon	DLC	5Y
Monster Hunter World: Iceborne - Pendant: Silver Heavenly Dragon	DLC	5Y
Monster Hunter World: Iceborne - Pendant: Ruby Crystal Knife	DLC	5Y
Monster Hunter World: Iceborne - Pendant: Amber Crystal Knife	DLC	5Y
Monster Hunter World: Iceborne - Pendant: Azure Crystal Knife	DLC	5Y
Monster Hunter World: Iceborne - Pendant: Phantom Azure Butterflies	DLC	5Y
Monster Hunter World: Iceborne - Pendant: Phantom Jade Butterflies	DLC	5Y
Monster Hunter World: Iceborne - Pendant: Phantom Magenta Butterflies	DLC	5Y
Monster Hunter World: Iceborne - Pendant: Fulgurbugs	DLC	5Y
Monster Hunter World: Iceborne - Pendant: Dracophage Bugs	DLC	5Y
Monster Hunter World: Iceborne - MHW:I Room Decor: Poogie Set	DLC	5Y
Monster Hunter World: Iceborne - MHW:I Room Decor: Felyne Set	DLC	5Y
Monster Hunter World: Iceborne - MHW:I Room Decor: Pukei-Pukei Set	DLC	5Y
Monster Hunter World: Iceborne - MHW:I Room Decor: Boaboa Set	DLC	5Y
Monster Hunter World: Iceborne - MHW:I Monster Figure: Tigrex	DLC	5Y
Monster Hunter World: Iceborne - MHW:I Monster Figure: Odogaron	DLC	5Y
Monster Hunter World: Iceborne - MHW:I Monster Figure: Radobaan	DLC	5Y
Monster Hunter World: Iceborne - MHW:I Monster Figure: Rajang	DLC	5Y
Monster Hunter World: Iceborne - MHW:I Monster Figure: Kirin	DLC	5Y
Monster Hunter World: Iceborne - MHW:I Monster Figure: Vaal Hazak	DLC	5Y
Monster Hunter World: Iceborne - MHW:I Monster Figure: Teostra	DLC	5Y
Monster Hunter World: Iceborne - MHW:I Monster Figure: Gajalakas & King Gajalaka	DLC	5Y
Monster Hunter World: Iceborne - MHW:I Monster Figure: Brachydios	DLC	5Y
Monster Hunter World: Iceborne - MHW:I Monster Figure: Lavasioth	DLC	5Y
Monster Hunter World: Iceborne - MHW:I Monster Figure: Downy Crakes & Aptonoths	DLC	5Y
Monster Hunter: World - The Handler's Festive Samba Costume	DLC	5Y
Monster Hunter World: Iceborne - MHW:I Monster Figure: Kulve Taroth	DLC	4Y
Monster Hunter World: Iceborne - MHW:I Monster Figure: Bazelgeuse	DLC	4Y
Monster Hunter World: Iceborne - MHW:I Monster Figure: Deviljho	DLC	4Y
Monster Hunter World: Iceborne - MHW:I Monster Figure: Shara Ishvalda 1	DLC	4Y
Monster Hunter World: Iceborne - MHW:I Monster Figure: Shara Ishvalda 2	DLC	4Y
Monster Hunter World: Iceborne - MHW:I Monster Figure: Alatreon	DLC	4Y
Monster Hunter World: Iceborne - MHW:I Monster Figure: Fatalis	DLC	4Y
Monster Hunter World: Iceborne - MHW:I Monster Figure: Lunastra	DLC	4Y
Monster Hunter World: Iceborne - MHW:I Monster Figure: Uragaan	DLC	4Y
Monster Hunter World: Iceborne - Pendant: Mechanical Gold Watch	DLC	4Y
Monster Hunter World: Iceborne - Pendant: Mechanical Silver Watch	DLC	4Y
Monster Hunter World: Iceborne - Pendant: Blazing Glavenus Candle	DLC	4Y
Monster Hunter World: Iceborne - Pendant: Shocked Kulu-Ya-Ku	DLC	4Y
Monster Hunter World: Iceborne - Pendant: Super-8 Mini (Player 1)	DLC	4Y
Monster Hunter World: Iceborne - Pendant: Super-8 Mini (Player 2)	DLC	4Y
Monster Hunter World: Iceborne - Pendant: Heavenly Hog	DLC	4Y
Monster Hunter World: Iceborne - Pendant: Beelzeboar	DLC	4Y
Monster Hunter World: Iceborne - Pendant: Meowscular Gains Chain	DLC	4Y
Monster Hunter World: Iceborne - MHW:I Room Decor: Beotodus Skull	DLC	4Y
Monster Hunter: World - The Handler's Chun-Li Costume	DLC	4Y
Monster Hunter: World - Gesture: Hadoken!	DLC	4Y
Monster Hunter: World - Gesture: Shoryuken!	DLC	4Y
Monster Hunter: World - Sticker Set: Street Fighter V	DLC	4Y
Monster Hunter: World - The Handler's Cute Demoness Costume	DLC	4Y
Monster Hunter World: Iceborne - Pendant: Velkhana Snow Talisman	DLC	4Y
MHW:I - Free Content Collection Pack	DLC	4Y
Monster Hunter World: Iceborne - Pendant: MH Riders - Kirin	DLC	4Y

Updated on Aug 2, 2025, 7:44 PM