To say that Co-Optimus loved Monster Hunter 4 Ultimate is an understatement as we gave the game a massive 5 out of 5 in our review. To keep us coming back for more Capcom have been releasing free DLC for the game and the next batch is incoming June.
The Monster Hunter series is enormously popular in Japan. We're talking Grand Theft Auto levels of popularity. But in the west? Not so much. There's a strong cult following that lives and breathes all things Monster Hunter related, but sales just haven't been able to match those in the game's home turf....
Nintendo and Capcom have announced a special edition 3DS featuring Monster Hunter branding that will be packed with the upcoming Monster Hunter 4 Ultimate for the system. The 3DSXL is actually a "new" 3DS with a faster processor and enhanced NFC capabilities to support Nintendo's Amiibo figures. The price of the system is set at $229....
You did remember that Monster Hunter 4 Ultimate is finally traveling the world in 2015, right? The 3DS exclusive is essentially an upgrade to the Japan-only Monster Hunter 4, but part of that upgrade involves slapping English text on the screen and shoving it into the hands of eager players whose last taste of MH was Monster Hunter 3 Ultimate.
Nintendo held a press conference early this morning in Japan for the Tokyo Game Show. There weren't too many surprises, but Nintendo did have a lot to announce - including three new co-op games. Something not on display though, yet still found it's way out - an insanely awkard looking peripheral for the Nintendo 3DS.
