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Still a year away from a US release, Monster Hunter 4 is poised to be another slam dunk for Capcom. Expanding on the monumental success of Monster Hunter 3 G/Ultimate on the 3DS, 4 just goes bigger and badder. Check out the newest trailer BELOW!

HOT DAMN IS THAT EXCITING! New monsters, weapons and allies make this game look like it’s going to be action packed as all get out. I spotted a giant enemy crab!

Monster Hunter 4 is already out in Japan and Korea, but you can get your hands on an English copy early next year!

Super Mario Bros. and Legend of Zelda DLC Coming to Monster Hunter 4

by J.C. MarquezSeptember 8, 2013

It appears that both Nintendo and Capcom wanted to make the wait for Monster Hunter 4 that much more agonizing.

Today, during Japan’s Monster Hunter 4 Nintendo Direct, the two Felyne companions were not only wielding hammers, but were adorned in Mario and Luigi costumes as well. Not to be left out, the hunter will also have the ability to dress up as Link from The Legend of Zelda–complete with a Hylian shield and Master Sword! The gear can be unlocked by completing downloadable quests Japanese players can access from select 7-11 locations. No word if the downloadable content will hit the United States (let alone a release date for Monster Hunter 4), but it’s safe to assume Monster Hunter fans in the west will be treated to both, due to the success of Monster Hunter 3 Ultimate.

Check out the video below and let us know what you think. What other Nintendo-inspired costumes and weapons would you love to see in Monster Hunter 4?

‘Monster Hunter 4’ Gets A Japanese Trailer!

by Derek KraneveldtAugust 8, 2013

Briefly: I’ve never played Monster Hunter before, but I know just how insanely excited fans get at every new title. My 3DS is hankering for a new title, should the latest Monster Hunter be it?

Capcom has debuted a Japanese trailer for the upcoming Monster Hunter 4, featuring our first look at many locales, characters, and of course, monsters that we’re bound to meet in the game.

Monster Hunter 4 hits Japan on September 14th. A North American release date has not been set, so until then, take a look at the trailer below, and hope that Capcom has a heart.

Japan To Receive ‘Monster Hunter 4’ Goods

by J.C. MarquezJune 3, 2013

If anyone needed further proof that Japanese gamers are a bit spoiled, one need only look at the bevy of Monster Hunter 4 goods coming to Japan later this year.

Earlier last week, Capcom Japan announced that not only one, but two Monster Hunter 4-themed 3DS XL systems will be released in Japan—a Felyne White model and the ultra-sleek Goa Magara Black model. The price for these limited-edition 3DS XL models is yet to be announced, but if anyone ever wanted to import a Japanese 3DS system, either one would be the perfect place to start.

As if the absence of any news regarding a North American release for those sexy handhelds wasn’t enough, then the following may be a dash of salt on the wound.

Today, Capcom Japan announced a limited-edition Monster Hunter 4 bundle will be available to Japanese gamers this September. For 10,990 yen (roughly $110), fans receive a 3DS XL case, complete with strap and a pair of Monster Hunter screen cleaners, and the jewel of the set—a Monster Hunter figure by Sentinel, complete with display stand, weapons, and three different landscape textures. Again, there has yet to be any word if the bundle would be available to North American Monster Hunter fans. Here’s hoping Capcom will have some good news at E3 regarding the availability of both the limited-edition 3DS systems and the Monster Hunter 4 bundle for North American gamers.

Source: Capcom Japan

Check Out the Newest Beasts in the New ‘Monster Hunter 4’ Trailer!

by Josh JacksonMay 31, 2013

In a year packed with big 3DS releases, one of my most anticipated titles is Monster Hunter 4, the next main entry in the niche series, (in the States at least.) How do you make a game about hunting giant monsters even better the fourth time around? According to Capcom’s new trailer, it looks like their answer is more monsters, more weapons and more options!

From the trailer that accompanied new Ace Attorney footage during a Japan only Nintendo Direct, it’s easy to see that mobility has been upgraded, which will give gamers more attack options. We’ll need them too, because some of the monsters shown look like absolute beasts. New weapons look to help make things a little more even, and now that the ability to launch Feylines at enemies seems added since Tri, it just might be the most adorable way you’ve slain a giant Street Shark.

There are still questions that need answering though, like how will traveling through multiple villages instead of just having one home base affect the game? Will jumping and climbing be the equivalent to Tri’s swimming? And why oh why can’t we get those awesome Monster Hunter themed 3DS XL’s?

More details are sure to surface during E3. Until then, watch the trailer below and tell us what you’ll want to hunt first!