“Monster Hunter NOW,” the highly anticipated augmented reality (AR) game developed by Niantic in collaboration with Capcom, is set to launch worldwide on September 14, 2023. Players can look forward to facing 13 formidable monsters from Iceborne, such as Great Jagras, Pukei-Pukei, Diablos, and Rathalos, among others. Armed with various weapons like the Sword & Shield, Great Sword, Long Sword, Hammer, and Light Bowgun, hunters will be ready for battle.
The game’s outdoor focus adds to the excitement, with simple quests woven into an engaging narrative that encourages exploration of real-world locations. Pre-registration is available on the official Monster Hunter NOW website, offering rewards that scale up based on the number of sign-ups. From 10 potions and 3 paintballs for 500,000 sign-ups to 10,000 Zenny and a 1,000-slot inventory expansion for 5 million sign-ups.
Gameplay mirrors the success of “Pokémon GO,” with players exploring their surroundings, hunting monsters, and crafting equipment. Skills and equipment combinations play a vital role in battles. Players can team up with friends for thrilling 75-second encounters with monsters. Intuitive controls involve tapping and flicking on the screen for attacks and evasive maneuvers. Special attacks like the Helm-Splitter provide a strategic edge. For challenging hunts, paintballs help track monsters’ movements, and friendly Palicos lend a hand by automatically tossing paintballs.
With the countdown to September 14 underway, “Monster Hunter NOW” is set to redefine AR gaming. Join the community of hunters and embark on the quest of a lifetime!
