Capcom have shown off new gameplay for Monster Hunter Rise during today’s Nintendo Direct; focusing on the Rampage, and new monsters.
While only briefly teased in prior trailers, the Rampage is an event where multiple monsters stampede through the village. Players must attempt to stop monsters from breaking through gates to get to the village; using their own weapons, traps, NPCs fighting along side you, and gun turrets.
These rampages also feature Apex monsters, such as Apex Arzuros, which will no doubt be a greater challenge.
The new trailer also features returning monsters Basarios and Volvidon, along with new monsters. These are the web and fire spitting spider-like Rakna-Kadaki, and the mud-slinging Almudron.
You can find the rampage trailer below.
As previously reported, the game will be the first mainline Monster Hunter title since the successful Monster Hunter World. Players return to the original style of gameplay, this time taking place in an eastern-style region, along with new mechanics, and monsters inspired by Japanese mythology.
You can find the full rundown (via Nintendo) below.
Rise to the challenge and join the hunt!
The critically acclaimed action-RPG series returns to the Nintendo Switch™!
Set in the ninja-inspired land of Kamura Village, explore lush ecosystems and battle fearsome monsters to become the ultimate hunter. It’s been half a century since the last calamity struck, but a terrifying new monster has reared its head and threatens to plunge the land into chaos once again.
Hunt solo or in a party with friends to earn rewards that you can use to craft a huge variety of weapons and armor. Brand new gameplay systems such as the high-flying ‘Wire Action’ and your canine companion ‘Palamute’ will add exciting new layers to the already robust combat that Monster Hunter is known for.
Whether it’s at home, on the go, online or offline – you’ll always be ready for your next hunt on the Nintendo Switch™!
Monster Hunter Rise launches worldwide for Nintendo Switch, on March 26th, 2021. The Capcom ransomware leaks claim the game will head to Windows PC in October 2021. In case you missed it, you can find our hands-on preview here.