Some issues affecting the Xbox and Windows versions ofMonster Hunter Risehave now been addressed. The fix should ensure a more pleasant experience for players, no matter the hardware they choose to playMonster Hunter Rise.
Originally released as a Switch exclusive in March of 2021,Monster Hunter Riseis another action-RPG in a long-running series that dates back to the PlayStation 2. TheMonster Huntergames task players with exploring a brutal world and taking down massive monsters, all in an effort to grow stronger and eliminate even more fearsome beasts. There’s a definite sense of accomplishment that comes from beating thehardest monsters inMonster Hunter Rise.
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On the Xbox One, Xbox Series X, and Windows platforms, the recent port ofMonster Hunter Risefeatured instability issues “due to errors in the game,” which Capcom has now fixed. The specific adjustments address occasional framerate drops and loss of audio, reduce instances when players become stuck on the loading screen, and prevent Guest members from getting booted from the lobby upon returning from a quest.Monster Hunter Risewas one of thebiggest game launches in January 2023, despite being a port of a Switch game, so it is good to see Capcom move swiftly to rectify issues players had experienced in the brief time since its release.
Another reason the quick fix counts as good news is thatMonster Hunter Riselaunched as a day-one Xbox Game Pass release. That fact should give the franchise more exposure than it might typically have, and serve as a chance for new players to discover everythingMonster Hunterhas to offer, so it is in Capcom’s best interests to make certain everything looks and plays the best it can. The series began on PlayStation platforms and has made frequent appearances on Nintendo hardware over the years, but its debut on Xbox hardware came in 2017, withMonster Hunter World. There’s still a lot of audience building to do.
On PlayStation hardware, thecritical response toMonster Hunter Risehas been solid. The general takeaway from reviews is that the port proved worth the wait even if the game’s world isn’t quite as beautiful as the one presented inMonster Hunter World. The wait for a next installment in the series could be lengthy, so it’s best for everyone involved if the current options are on point. After all, theMonster Hunterexperience is brutal enough already without performance issues getting in the way.
Monster Hunter: Riseis out now for PC, PS4, PS5, Switch, Xbox One, and Xbox Series consoles.
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