Summary
Niantic has become synonymous with mobile alternate reality (AR) games since it releasedPokemon Goin collaboration with Nintendo and The Pokemon Company. Since then, it’s put out various games with other prominent developers like 2K Games. This time, it’s working with Capcom to bring the latter’s prominent franchise to smartphones withMonster Hunter Now. The game, while limited by mobile hardware, will feature core gameplay elements from its mainline counterparts, likePalico assistance, item crafting, and various weapon types. So far, there are six confirmed weapon types.
TheMonster Hunterfranchise started in 2004, and it became massively popular because of its unique gameplay that revolved around hunting and capturing creatures, which rewards the player with materials. They can then use such items to craft and upgrade their equipment. They can also get materials for traps and potions through foraging. These items can, in turn, help them take on stronger and more difficult monsters. While the sequels have improved the graphics, added quality of life improvements, and taken players to different settings and periods, its core gameplay remained the same. This is true forMonster Hunter Now, even with its simplified combat mechanics for mobile and AR elements.
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All the Melee Weapon Types Confirmed for Monster Hunter Now
There are four melee weapon types inMonster Hunter Nowthat can suit different playstyles:
All the Ranged Weapon Types Confirmed for Monster Hunter Now
Monster Hunter Now also offers weapons for players who like to deal damage from afar:
Monster Hunter Now’s starting weapon types cover a whole host of playstyles, from the slow and methodical great sword and bow to the chaotic and fast long sword and light bowgun. The specific items that fall under these weapon types haven’t been revealed just yet. However, withMonster Hunter Now’s release dateright around the corner, players may get some new updates on what they can expect to wield at launch.
Monster Hunter Nowis set to release on July 01, 2025, for mobile devices.
