Monster Hunter Stories 2: Wings of Ruin Nintendo Switch Review

[@SwitchUpYt]

Will you be picking this one up? Did you play the first one when it released a few years ago? Let us know!

[@carlthewinner]

Never played the original. Very interested in this.

[@brojakmate9872]

No. Dark Souls is harder

[@youngbeegaming]

I played the first one it was really good but now me seeing this one I just feel joy that they've made a 2nd one and now I'm able to continue my journey with my monsters and you darn right I'm picking this up!!😁

[@gleipnirrr]

@@brojakmate9872 hahaha

[@brojakmate9872]

@@gleipnirrr That wasn’t a joke. This game is a disgrace to RPG

[@qberto5862]

We have to save the Rathalos!!! -says me dressed in full Rathalos gear.

[@krzysztof6591]

Shhhh. Maybe they will think it's painted Rathian.

[@sladey21]

Murderer

[@cmoore1369]

That’s right 😂

[@Designer239]

If you really wanna to save the Rathalos , then don’t go wearing their skins but if you just wear it. Then you’ll be more as a Hunter than being as a Rider. But this game as it is then it is actually , talking more about The Path of a Hunter. But if ya really wanna save the Rathalos then , I’d strongly suggest that you get out of the skin , of the Rathalos and get into being more of a part of a Hunter. Unless if you really mean it for saving the Rathalos , if ya do mean that with all of your own heart. Then be more as a Rider than a Hunter.

[@grumpygramps]

I absolutely adored the demo of this and immediately bought it once i completed the demo. The gameplay is great and I loved the dialog. It was purrrfect.

[@thomaspoon7418]

My kids have been playing the demo non-stop. I'm certain they'll be bugging me to pick this one up.

[@LiamPlaysHandheld]

Amazon are doing money off when you spend a certain amount at the moment so might be worth checking that out 👍

[@gb6779]

Do it bruh.

[@thomaspoon7418]

I'm probably gonna get it but only after they earn it. Summer chores or something like that.

[@Iceman99393]

Two switches? Gameshare digital

[@droogsurgeon1440]

Yeah your “KIDS” sure buddy

[@angrymikko]

Started playing the first one just this week and the story has been suprisingly good so far. I love the artstyle in both of these games.

[@LuisLauranzon]

Same here. Enjoying it so far.

[@I_was_a_Bullfrog]

I've been playing it a little on my phone, but I may skip it for the sequel for the time being

[@last5902]

Same 😂 im playing it rn

[@GoodTalkHQ]

Awesome games enjoy my friend!

[@elliotburing87]

Just now watching this review, was waiting on Skyward Sword to release before purchasing something else, the art style alone really REALLY tempting me to go ahead and purchase this too. Lol

[@TB-su4bz]

I stopped watching IGN reviews to watch yours. Your reviews seem more purposeful and have a better explained score system rather than just slapping a score on a game. Cheers for the work!

[@pablor3138]

I stopped watching IGN reviews a long time ago, they are clearly biased.

[@orel1996]

Taking a look into this game after Pokemon Scarlet & Violet's release, makes me wish they would be made with such a production value

[@TheRealIronMan]

I dont usually buy games on release date, but with this one I preordered the digital version because I couldn't wait a day longer for the physical shipping delay :) Best Pokemon game ever.

[@handheldhavoc6635]

Smart honestly... 😬

[@wesxme]

Can't wait! Already played through the demo twice.

[@gleipnirrr]

just wanted to mention for you guys that Navirou being annoying is mostly a localisation issue. the japanese VA has more tasteful lines and delivery.

[@migueltorres1567]

Ratha-loss or Ratha-win.... I hate the fact I actually laughed haha

[@germainetaylor1757]

The team responsible for this series at capcom should be given the breath of fire ip as well.

[@CMONCMON007]

A very well put together review that explains clearly the mechanics compared to other reviews

[@RobertJohnLora]

The review we were all waiting for this week

[@BlaqueT]

I'm avoiding the demo so I can go in blind! So excited to play this after I enjoyed the first one so much! Thanks for the review, guys!

[@DarkAvenger563]

I'd hoped Stories would get a sequel for years. I put in about 10 hours on the demo, and I'm picking up my copy Friday!

[@optimoblunt2894]

How are you liking it so far?

[@DarkAvenger563]

@@optimoblunt2894 I'm loving it, put in about 24 hours so far, and I'm still only in the second area. Theres just so much to do, even before factoring in the actual side quests. Farming for eggs, for genes, the materials to max out armor and weapon sets. The first Stories was great, but this one is SO much better at recreating the feel of MH.

[@Cissero]

Looks sick tbh, more my style then the regular monster hunter series. Keeping my eye on this one!

[@SwitchUpYt]

Cheers brother - did you get RISE in the end?

[@Cissero]

@@SwitchUpYt not yet, but that's more because im finally making a dent in my backlog haha. It's still high on my wish list :p

[@pneuma7183]

Definitely picking this one up. One thing I did not like when playing the demo though, were the camera controls. When rotating the camera around, there was basically no analog control. Push the stick just barely in either direction and the camera starts moving slowly then at full speed. I don’t know how something as simple as this was overlooked.

[@marcheharvey2301]

I found myself just using L to re align my camera

[@juchpimas]

This annoyed me too. But there's an option in the settings to toggle camera follow. That should turn off the auto adjusting

[@flyingplantwhale545]

Yeah I know what you mean. Also with the character movement. You either walk slow as ass or fast as sh*t. No transition in between.

[@gleipnirrr]

really excited for this one. hope the performance is better than in the demo, but it's not a deal breaker for me. can't wait for friday

[@khareemcarr8247]

Like u Mark, I never played the 1st but was excited the moment n saw this n then I played the demo n grew more excited, can't wait for Friday!! Great review👍🏼

[@statesminds]

Just got 3 notifications for mhst2 reviews at the same exact time from arrekz, rurikhan, and you guys. Lol I'm super stoked on the game! Have the CE preordered, loved the 1st game and looks like this one will get a lot of support.

[@Mr.Mauful]

I can never get over your accent! You have a Super soothing radio voice.

[@SwitchUpYt]

Thank you! Mark

[@Mordog16]

Pre-ordered physical on the way, can't wait :-)

[@cheche1301]

I"m definitely going to get this. I really like Monster Hunter Rise

[@handheldhavoc6635]

Its a different game than Rise, the first game was on the 3ds, its still a good game!

[@TheBriomega]

Wasn't sure about this one as I never played the first game and I still have a ton left to do in Rise, but the Demo sold me completely on this. It is so much fun and having an actual story set in the MH universe is just incredible. If you watched the review and still aren't certain, I definitely say give the demo a try.

[@exPDXbear85]

My son and i just beat pokemon arceus. Just ordered this one to play next as it's 33% off on Amazon! Thanks for the review! We can always count on you to tell us about what to buy next!

[@timseyer6769]

The first game is actually my most played game on the 3ds so I will pick this up eventually. I think I will wait for a physical discount.

[@DarkAnomaly]

This is sitting on my Switch right now just waiting to be played.

[@zenon1o15]

Played the first one on 3DS with my sister and LOVED IT. It was fully satisfying. The demo of the 2nd one was awesome and I can't wait to finally get my hands on the full game 🙌

[@TheKdeaner21]

I was hoping you guys had a review of this game! It’s been one I’ve been thinking about for a while and it just went on sale. Picking it up!

[@SecretGizmo1902]

Definitely waiting for SMT 5 for my next monster collector.

[@aidankhaos7687]

Smt is great but you’re missing out.

[@Nerevarine420]

@@aidankhaos7687 love smt and persona but this looks good too

[@guthetanuki256]

SMT is a couple months away. Surely if you don't have anything else to play, this is would be good to knock out in a week or two

[@Swaytekk]

I can’t wait for this one! I completed all the side quests for the demo and it extended my time with it,……that and I think I suffer from a form of OCD where I MUST complete all side quests 😭 the struggle is real

[@eltonroque4001]

How long is the demo?

[@Swaytekk]

@@eltonroque4001 all depends if you do everything it could take 2 hours or so

[@kazekage8394]

I clicked on this so quick! I haven't played the first one, but the demo was wonderful and I've been a huge fan of MH franchise since the PSP days. Will be getting it.

[@marcinrychter5170]

An egg-cellent review that reflects my own impressions of the game. But why no comment on the paid day one costume dlcs?

[@SwedePotato314]

This series is my favorite. Genuinely I love this and the first game so much. I know they’re not as hardcore as the mainline games, but playing these helped me better understand the mainline games. But personally, I enjoy these way more. I consistently go back to MHS on my 3DS. These 3 games are just everything I like in a game. They really appeal to me and I’m hoping they continue it, even if it’ll never get the love the mainline games do. I wish I could play these games again for the first time. Sorry, did you just say you don’t like side quests?! Lmao. What? I think that maybe this just isn’t the game for you. I love side quests and I’ll do them all before the main ones. This series just appeals more to that style of gameplay I guess.

[@runeshadow4735]

I can't wait until Friday! I've been playing the first one to get an idea of the story and now can't wait to play the next one.

[@elliotburing87]

Not the on sale price of the physical release, but about to go ahead and get this one off the eshop. This game looks BEAUTIFUL. I really feel bad for not really getting into this series until Rise.

[@fgtjfbffhfbfhf8312]

did they fix the framerate on the switch for the full release?

[@HowlingGuild]

It certainly looks more stable in the review than it does in the demo.

[@frenchfriedtatr]

Monster hunter stories ( the first one ) is on Android in HD and is masterful.

[@optimoblunt2894]

If they can have it on android then why not switch?? 100s of android games release on switch every month and they cant put the first monster hunter story game on switch?? It's on the DS ........what is wrong with Nintendo.....

[@TowerBooks3192]

Just checked the E-shop. Man they really started to monetise their games to death. You got the deluxe pack, plus the amiibos, plus cosmetics that are way to expensive plus selling edit tickets? That's just horrible.

[@yahirsok-amador7393]

it's always awesome when i'm tryna debate a new game and i see your reviews up keep it up you two!!!

[@ryanmroki809]

Checking out the demo thanks to this review! thanks for all you do!

[@chr1s415]

Is it a rathaloss or a rathawin? Well that joke is fools gold lol also I looked you guys up on my TV KZbin app and you guys were the 4th search option when you type in switch!! Keep it up guys!!

[@SwitchUpYt]

Wow that’s pretty incredible!! Mark

[@optimoblunt2894]

I never got into monster hunter. Now it is a full rpg with LVs and XP ,and also turn base,I am a fan of this style,I always wanted true rpg elements and now I have my dream rpg. We have to be happy with what we get now aday from capcom with game like this because it is the closest to a breath of fire game.

[@jay14209]

Big fan of monster Hunter and the hours put in this game is crazy, the detail in the review was so detailed for just 13 minutes compared to IGN nip picking and comparing the 1st instalment to this one. Great work guys on the review. Definitely picking this one up.

[@SwitchUpYt]

Thanks mate, Glen nailed it! Mark

[@jay14209]

@@SwitchUpYt you blokes picking up the new switch??.

[@louisdellalucca8969]

I was absolutely hooked on the demo! I was so stoked when I got my Pukei-Pukei egg. I named it Yawn after the giant Snake in Resident Evil!

[@der_basic]

Thanks as always for your review. Keep up the good work :)

[@andrewfsheffield]

This looks right up my alley but I can't imagine having the time to take on a big JRPG in the near future.

[@DroidX1337]

86% nice! I dont dig monster hunter games but this looks like the perfect entry for me

[@tiredaiden1993]

I wasn't interested in this game before but after watching this video I'll put it on my wishlist. Thanks for the video or rather, damn another game on my wishlist xD

[@TheRyuujinMike]

Loved the original on the 3DS to death, despite not really having played a Monster Hunter game before that. I've now gotten a bit more into the series as a whole, and I'm super excited for this one. I do hope the Steam version has at least slightly better performance though before deciding for sure which version to nab (and maybe original Japanese voice acting might be nice)

[@saifulkoh]

Already preordered physical...just finished the first game last week on my 3ds.. can't wait..already spent 20hours on demo...

[@minjod]

Definately one of the highlights this year

[@Versynko]

CANNOT WAIT Already have 15 hours in the demo, over 100 hours in MHST1. I just wish it was release date already.

[@Puffy_Mario]

Awesome review! I forgot Paolumu was in this game and now I'm even more excited to get it!

[@cedricm_07]

"Is it a Rathalos or a Rathawin?" 🤦🏻‍♂️🤣

[@johnilett3044]

I’ll check out the demo first but this looks like something I’d enjoy. Thanks for the review

[@sokerphan421]

I’ve had this on preorder for months, loved the first one! Thanks for the review, just makes me more pumped

[@AllDayWong10]

This will be my first stories game and second MH game (coming from MH World). I’m excited, I’ll be all about day-one with the kiddos! Great Review 👍

[@xenogearsx9372]

Had pre-ordered and ready for delivery on Friday from Amazon. And loved the demo!

[@thomasdavis8722]

Oh man i played the demo a couple weeks back and after the first couple battles i pre ordered it.

[@ih8ecchi]

Almost feels like everyone makes better Pokemon games than GameFreak these days.

[@last5902]

Yeah...... Till this day pokemon sun is still way better than pokemon sword no doubt 😂

[@freekjansen8451]

exactly my thought

[@last5902]

@@xboxswitch9457 nooo...... Pokemon sword truly is quite bad to say the least. As someone who loves pokemon games pokemon sword is a disappoinment even lets go is better

[@last5902]

@@xboxswitch9457 but ya its definitely not slowing down..... We can expect great games in the future

[@guthetanuki256]

@@xboxswitch9457 The success of the franchise is going great yeah but not the quality.

[@TheExile285]

I can’t wait to play this! Just waiting for my copy to ship and arrive!

[@simong1967]

Played the demo today and immediately ordered it from Argos!

[@LiamPlaysHandheld]

I was slightly put off by the price originally but the demo was brilliant and I really can't wait to continue playing!

[@RetroMongoose]

Definitely getting this day 1. Enjoyed the demo. My 4 year old son loved it too. This is the best Pokemon non pokemon game I have played. Long time pokemon fan but unlike type effectiveness which is absolutely insane in Pokemon. The rock paper scissors battle system isnt so over powered like Pokemon. This game is actually a challenge as well Pokemon is way too easy. Use fire types vs grass gym, zero challenge. I think they game isn't getting the hype it deserves.

[@TheRealAero]

I got the one collectors edition at my GameStop ready to go! Almost 200 hours in the first stories game already made this choice a no brainer. I hope you all enjoy it if you’re picking it up

[@gleipnirrr]

I envy you, haha. i managed to grab the CE for Rise but not for stories 2

[@eugeneenriquez2691]

"Monstie" by the way is a play on words for the word "Bestie" which is short for "Best Friend". I remembered back when MHSt1 came out in 2017 the localization team explained why they used "Monstie" at the time. It kinda made sense.

[@SwitchUpYt]

Hehe we get it. It’s just a bit cringey! Mark

[@dogs-game-too]

Great video as always!

[@popsgarcia2859]

I never really cared for monster hunter but when I heard this game is a turn based rpg I downloaded the demo and was hooked! The best way to describe this game is monster hunter for people love jrpgs but hate monster hunter.

[@Spyro5500]

Monster Hunter World is insanely good though. Stories 2 is almost as good so far at least :)

[@sialia385]

I'm hype for this one! The Ratha-puns caught me a bit off guard and I loved it

[@danielsosa2240]

My priorities right now are NEO TWEWY this month and NMH 3 next month, so no rush to get this one. I’ll wait for a deep sale.

[@rodrigocaceres2879]

Good review, this is my most waited game of the year as the first one is my favourite game of all the 3DS games I had. The demo already gave me many hours of fun.

[@N_MP]

This has been an insta-preorder for me since I´m a MH fan. Played the demo non-stop so waiting to dive into the full game.

[@RobertJohnLora]

Lmao oh man I’m guessing you sat through… quite a few cat puns?

[@jackottmar]

I've gotta say Mark, I love Navirou. That whole bit about doughnuts!! I was cracking "dough nuts" jokes with the kids after that one! LOL

[@SwitchUpYt]

This was Glen not me :). Mark

[@jackottmar]

@@SwitchUpYt Haha! Oh yeah, cos you were narrating but it was written by Glen. How confusing! LOL

[@uhtyp1]

I picked it up since it went up for preorder on the Eshop. I played the demo a bit and being new to the franchise it's a bit hard to get into but because I enjoy playing JRPGs I'm hoping for things to pick when I continue playing.

[@elsie6612]

Never played the first one and wasn’t much interested in the sequel but I must admit the demo completely hooked me up ! The battles made me fall in love with the game and I ordered it the day after I first try it. Can’t wait to play it more on Friday ! Like always great review guys !

[@switchunboxing]

Great review! This game to me is kind of on the edge between looking boring, and looking fun. You’re making me want to pick back up the demo! I thought I saw a breath of the wild clip there for a second lol. Sadly when playing the demo, I wasn’t very happy with the performance, or the graphics. It really seemed like they could do a lot better. Especially coming out of a cut scene. Movement just seemed really choppy but I think I’ll have to try it out again.

[@driftercarbon]

I'm excited for this one and will try the demo this week. I will probably get this eventually. I just only very rarely buy $60 games as I don't have much entertainment money to go around. This one seems like a good value, though.

[@Specs89-ob1rn]

New fan earned thanks for the review

[@davidtipps4927]

That red egg looks straight out a Digimon. Oh and I'm absolutely getting this game. The demo was a blast and builds upon the first game in every positive way possible.

[@FullBitGamer]

Good Lord I can't wait for Friday! I have over 30 hours in the demo already lol.

[@jasonhawkins6798]

I’ve got it pre ordered, have to wait till Saturday to pick it up. Big day of work Friday for me unfortunately

[@hasancemkurt7017]

I want it 😍 I also wanted to try first one but couldn't 😅 Thanks for the review guys. You are The Best 👍

[@sithisdawnsend2730]

Not gonna mention the insane frame dips? I love the game, and that's my only complaint, but seems kind of odd to not mention such atrocious fps drops.

[@dogs-game-too]

I hate it when games don't let your main character speak, it just makes no sense for them to be mute while everyone else chatters on. At least Link has 'implied' dialogue where an NPC asks him a question and then responds to what he 'said'. This game should at least do that, damn haha.

[@SwitchUpYt]

Yeah, it looks a little silly in all honesty.

[@dogs-game-too]

@@SwitchUpYt Agreed! It's like they're rubbing salt in the wound of making you play as a child :P

[@dennisb_official]

Love all your content mate! But you need to start using some EQ with deesser

[@guywhitlock4651]

Enjoyed this review and loving the game but surprised you didn't mention the frame rate, in some locations it's appalling!

[@jw6588]

Definitely picking it up and have enjoyed what little of the demo I had time to play. Basically, put the MH label on it and I'm pretty much a sucker to buy at this point, but glad to hear the game holds up!

[@Ferroreo]

Rathaloss or Rathawin. I LIIIIVE. Great puns, man.

[@ajwalker4416]

This game was a sleeper on the 3DS when it was released seeing as it came out toward the tail-end of that console's life. However, this was my most anticipated game for the Switch this year until I heard there's a PC version 😮

[@terrafria]

A note on when you loot eggs from nest, you get the option to search the nest a few times if your told the egg you found is low ranked. In the first game this was done through your cat/friend who traveled with you, not sure if its the same in this one but i suspect it is. As i was more interested in the Ys game so I've not played the demo that much. It seems from the video this has carried over, if you choose you can search the next again in hopes of getting a better egg. In the first game the eggs shell also told you what monster was in the egg, something i suspect will carry over in this game as well. After a few weeks people had charts up that would help with this. As for the protagonist not speaking and the cat doing it for you? That was in the first game as well. And if i recall he was pretty annoying in that one too. All in all i will be picking this one up, after I've finished the Ys game or get more money. This month has been evil for my already limited funds...

[@SwitchUpYt]

Great extra info thanks!

[@alphatax2000]

I normally prefer my games on pc due to the hardware limitations on the Switch but the game's currently on sale so I'm definitely picking it up now.

[@themadmoderator8465]

tempted pick this up if we actually manage go on holliday next week

[@anounymosgamer]

Were it not for the game's turn-based battle, I'd have pick this up right away

[@Kira-eh8vj]

Did you try the demo

[@Ser-Smiley]

Yes. I will be picking this up. But only when i have enough money for it. 😋

[@TubePlasma]

Thanks for the superb review, I was already exited as I first noticed about this titel (never played the first one) but I wasn't sure to whether to buy it or not 😅 Buy you sold me to it 😁 Like and sub to you fella, cheers 😁

[@flikkie72]

You can find it physically on pre order here in NL for €53 right now :)

[@johnmcr22]

Definitely picking this one up. Amazon are offering £10 off when you enter DISCOUNT10P in your basket. Your welcome