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Monster Hunter Stories 2: Wings of Ruin

Monster Hunter Stories 2: Wings of Ruin

A new adventure awaits you in this second installment of the turn-based RPG series set in the world of Monster Hunter! Become a Rider and form bonds with friendly monsters known as Monsties to fight alongside them as you take part in an epic story.

83%
Very Positive
DeveloperCAPCOM Co., Ltd.
PublisherCAPCOM Co., Ltd.
Release DateJul 8, 2021
$39.99
Peak Players34.9K
Metacritic82
Controllerfull
PlatformsWindows
Adventure
RPG
AI Review Summary

Monster Hunter Stories 2: Wings of Ruin is a turn-based RPG that successfully blends the creature-collecting appeal of Pokemon with the deep lore and monster designs of the Monster Hunter franchise. While it offers a substantial amount of content and a more accessible entry point for newcomers, it is frequently criticized for its repetitive gameplay loop and a highly polarizing companion character.

Pros

  • Engaging creature collection and training mechanics that offer a satisfying alternative to the Pokemon series.90%
  • Accessible turn-based combat system that is well-suited for players who typically find the genre boring.80%
  • Excellent longevity and replay value, with dedicated players reporting over 200 hours of gameplay.85%
  • Significant improvements in graphics and monster variety compared to the previous installment.70%
  • Strong attention to detail in monster animations and world-building that appeals to series veterans.75%

Cons

  • The companion character, Navirou, is widely described as annoying and intrusive to the experience.95%
  • The core gameplay loop can become repetitive and grindy over long play sessions.80%
  • Story progression often locks popular monsters and features behind the endgame or late-story milestones.60%
  • Dialogue and character writing are frequently criticized as being overly simplistic or cheesy.70%
  • Visual effects during battles can be excessive and may slow down the pace of grinding.50%

Notable Mentions

  • The game features a 'three-heart' failure mechanic where losing three times in a single hunt results in total failure.
  • Reviewers note that while the game is less graphically detailed than Monster Hunter: World, it maintains a high level of charm.
  • A significant portion of the player base considers this a superior experience to recent entries in the Pokemon franchise.
Confidence: 60%
Based on the 93 most relevant reviewsGenerated on Sep 23, 2026
Game Vitals

Live snapshot

Player Activity

Current peak
204
Peak · last 90 days
404
All-time peak
34.9K

Price

Current price
$39.99
Lowest tracked
$14.79since Jan 9, 2026

Review Sentiment

Last 30 days
88%
All-time positive
83%
Review Statistics
Total Reviews17.2K
Positive: 14.2K (83%)Negative: 3.0K (17%)

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Reviews from Steam Deck

0%

Dev Response Rate

58h

Avg Playtime at Review

82%

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