Monster Hunter World: Iceborne REVIEW - No Spoilers

I was given a chance to play Iceborne early, here's my review of Capcom's new Expansion for Monster hunter world.
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[@TheGameconomist]

MY ICEBORNE STARTER BUILD: kzbin.info/www/bejne/bpbJg3-ufcSMjdk There's an Audio volume burst at 12:11, and then again at 22:07. Its probably a video rendering flaw. Sorry about that.

[@willjulian6040]

I honestly thought it was to avoid spoilers lol xP

[@stranger.d8185]

TheGameconomist quick question is there a pre download? If there is, when is it available? Thank you

[@rickconner9451]

@@stranger.d8185 sometime today, 9/4, downloadable from psn

[@stranger.d8185]

Rick Conner thank you

[@kennethschoenfelt6590]

This is my first KZbin comment I have ever posted. I felt the need to commend you on remaining unbiased and honest in your review. Dude, you spent 3,000 hours playing the original and upon being a given an early review copy you highlighted the negatives and positives with honesty. SkillUp better watch his ass.

[@EliteWizzerd946]

*_"Hasn't been out long enough."_* More like... Hasn't been out at all yet.

[@Sunny-jk3pq]

Lmfao for real

[@domnx8967]

Iconic Monster Hunter sound effects: -Making a well done stake -Sharpening your weapon

[@w.547]

-the gathering sound effect

[@tristansuarez-perez2346]

Dom NX I’m still sad they (mostly) removed the “so tasty”

[@domnx8967]

@@tristansuarez-perez2346 Same, it was the most beautiful sound of all

[@kishouarima3730]

I feel cheated because I loved all those sounds! 😖😅

[@4ll3sb4n4n3]

- the palico in the canteen who burns himself every couple of minutes. Super cute XD

[@alexandrevincenot6546]

Seriously an early copy ? You are in the big game now damn

[@TheChoujinVirus]

just remember that it may be good, they're buttering you up so you give stellar reviews

[@_syzygy_]

Just so you know my man, if you bought a physical copy, sometimes it happens that sellers (gamestop, etc) to ensure that all copies make it on time for all those who preordered, they send them early, i literally saw a regular guy in reddit like a day or 2 ago that had already gotten his copy because of this same reason, basically, i cried on my digital copy :')

[@JustRockIt141]

its physical copy as long as you dont go online you wont get banned.

[@TheGameconomist]

@@TheChoujinVirus They dont have to do that, Iceborne was an exceptional expansion and you'll be missing out if you dont play it.

[@TheChoujinVirus]

@@TheGameconomist oh, never knew that. Usually devs aren't fond of folks breaking street date, but I keep forgetting that Reviewers such as yourself have a bit of an advantage :)

[@GyanyPlays]

TheGameconomist getting a early copy I'm so proud I knew you'd make it 😢

[@napsta]

For me “So Tasty!” is the most iconic sound from Monster Hunter, but sadly its not in mhw 😞

[@battlecubes4762]

That's such an odd and specific complaint lol

[@Qballiz2kool]

That is reallly specific lol.

[@galetempus1979]

It isn't?!...... Guess it just played in my head every time I cooked meat

[@BoJangles42]

It IS in MHW, but you only hear it the FIRST time you cook meat.

[@Floridamangaming729]

WHY ON EARTH WOULD THEY REMOVE THAT?!

[@fahmimansor]

Speaking of sound effect, I will remember Bazelgeuse soundtrack forever.

[@ninetyninenights6226]

@@bobveela5816 It's music not "sound effect".

[@aaronsolanorosales8503]

ninetyninenights bazel roar

[@ninetyninenights6226]

@@aaronsolanorosales8503 The original commenter I'm replying on said "Bazelgeuse soundtrack"

[@metalona1216]

I give this review on reviewing the game a dunky/10. Congratulations

[@cephalopodgod2493]

12:13 -12:14 agressive volume increase briefly

[@Nickootjee]

Around 22:07 also

[@elijahidemudia1607]

Love the review. But you cant tell me that Bazel's roar isn't iconic now

[@theblackbaron4119]

Dun dun dudududu dadada! *Reeeee!*

[@EdranNight]

What sound effect did I think of? Bazeleguese entrance music

[@ArnoldCore]

Same. Instant fear

[@Lonkyfella]

Edran Night I fear no man

[@notnergi3356]

@Aedrius 0 wait your talking about the thing?

[@notnergi3356]

@Aedrius 0 the day of the apocalypse is upon us fellow hunter

[@KaiSchSp]

Opening the Chest is the most iconic Monster Hunter sound to me

[@6DADADA]

Our boy got an early copy!! Nice!

[@blazedgamingkr1438]

"Saving the handler" Sometimes I wish I could just ignore her screams for help....

[@acmeanimebhabie7623]

If only we could...

[@KaiSchSp]

Music: Brachydios theme and Zinogre theme are in. Easy 10/10

[@WishaninjaWood]

Definitely

[@finter4644]

Have you heard the revamped garuga theme? Seriously good.

[@sirisknite]

The candy crush shade automatically makes this the best review. I haven't even watched the review part yet.

[@ThatGuyYouveKnown]

Literally came to see if anyone made this comment lmao

[@Sunaki1000]

Its a dump comparison because one thing is a minigame, the other thing is a big videogametitle. Even if Candy crush is bad its a dump comparison.

[@tubepahawak]

Your review is on point, detailed, comprehensive in a good way, and apart from that, you give suggestions for improvements that the devs can listen to make the game better than it already is. You sir are a great reviewer 9/10

[@Sam-sl2yv]

Very happy that your channel has grown enough for you to earn a review copy! Your videos are always really nice to watch but I gotta say this first attempt at a review might need a bit of polishing since it does stretch out for a long time and often on topics which aren't about the game itself. It feels like there's more padding than substance in a lot of those sections. I don't know if you'l be making a lot more reviews in the future but if you do, it would be great to have a more compact review video talking exclusively about the game itself and then a follow-up video maybe explaining your reasoning or points a bit more in depth. Looking forward to your Iceborne content :)

[@TheGameconomist]

The original review was a full hour long and I edited it down to 36 minutes, I just have a lot to say

[@andrewc8038]

Two jumpscares during the video lol

[@Frankie.Gonzalez]

Amazing and Fair review just a couple of thing stood out for me. You were given an early copy of the game and in 24 hrs you managed to beat the story and more. wow. Also about the music I totally get the ambient music thing, it's a great idea, and the series does have a signature theme "proof of a hero" but it's kind of a big moment kinda theme so you don't hear as often. solid Review Great Job.

[@riotx4202]

The intro song is probably the most iconic sound to me when it comes to monster hunter. Atomically puts me in a good mode and I start acting childish.

[@SoSedatedSoSecure]

Subscribed. Love elaborate review videos like this!

[@Sugoie]

"Nope, you are nitpicking and biased. I win, bye bye."

[@AJDC_5]

Dunkey right?

[@Sugoie]

@@AJDC_5 yep.

[@Jermbork]

This game really makes you feel like the Hunter

[@theblackbaron4119]

@@Jermbork This game really makes you feel like Spiderman

[@ReignofStorms]

Digging the review. Watched all the way to the end. I hope you do a follow up review with the un graded content. I'm a LS main and I love the added move set on the beta. I'm a pc player so I hope they can improve the connectivity issues...

[@GregMossage]

Fantastic review. Clear, focused, honest and entertaining. Good value for time invested in watching it. Thank you for your work!!

[@robbyheiberg2091]

Amazing review man. I really appreciate the time it must have taken to complete this. I subscribed recently and super happy I did! Look forward to more iceborne content!

[@oscarfigueroa3770]

I think what you said about the clutch claw is great! It would be amazing to be able to choose different types, like more damage or better grip, or more range

[@TheMedPor]

This was a very good review. I like the points you evaluated and how you explain your thought process for every point. It's a 10/10 review.

[@SeeFoodDie]

Great review Gameconomist and another excellent release from Capcom with IceBorne. Now were wondering when we’ll be farming Kulve for MR Relics.

[@CarToOxX]

menu sound effets are rly iconic to me :0. That's how i can be sure i play a mh game.

[@theblackbaron4119]

Or the installing sound of the squeaky cats dancing... But he only played MHW first then went to generations do he had no idea...

[@tigercloud6945]

It's physically hurting to wait. Great video and agree with most of the points you make.

[@TheCthulhu7]

Very detailed and engaging review! I especially liked that you pointed out the general problems with game reviews. Keep up the great content :)

[@edwinvanooijen7749]

Monster Hunter actually has an iconic theme. It is called Proof of a Hero.

[@theblackbaron4119]

There are actually a lot of iconic sounds and themes. The BBQ themes. The cat installing/loading screen music. He would know that if he played any other MH besides mhw and generations ultimate

[@edwinvanooijen7749]

@@theblackbaron4119 Or if he did a bit more research. I mean I only played Tri and World and I knew that Proof of a Hero is considered by many (myself included) to be the Main Theme of the Monster Hunter Series. Heck even though the monster was introduced in World, you could even call Bazle's theme Iconic since everyone knows that when THAT theme starts, you should start running (if you are just beginning HR).

[@Sunaki1000]

I belife he spoke about sounddesign, not Musik. Of course, Proof of a Hero, Deviljho and White Fatalis are memberfull, but not what he ment. Garugas Roar would be more fitting. Ore Rajangs to name a more popular one.

[@Fatalgrace]

Amazing review with good in-depth analysis of the game! Keep it up!

[@k-xv9959]

A true labour of love , subbed! You’ll be a big channel soon!

[@Rino-tw6wm]

Really appreciate the length and depth of this review GE

[@mechathunandthecultofdeath4958]

Ah, the sound of my teammates triple carting. Those beautiful, somber, haunting horns.

[@cutecombo8496]

You didn't touch upon the weapon design too much. Are the endgame weapon designs just the same base form with a few bits tacked on, or are they more unique? Great review man.

[@Lexgamer]

I'll remember the MH clicky menu sound effects and start of quest horn forever xD

[@evelync4930]

Great an in-depth review. Love it

[@XboxNightmare_NM]

Great review, very in depth, and everything clearly explained; I give this review 3 carts out of 3! Looking forward to Friday and so excited for this expansion!

[@graceypatrick]

You deserve more recognition and subscribers! You make great content! I really appreciate this video! Thank you 👍

[@thatguywesmaranan]

congratulations on the early copy!!! also, thank you for the review... so stoked to get my hands on my order and start hunting again...

[@shru1kan499]

Congrats for the early copy man! Keep up the great work!

[@garettmason7103]

Question about hunting horn. Did the treat the echo wave note as a new move or weapon specific song? I was curious if I would be able to play the new moves on the old hunting horns. I appreciate the early review keep up the great content!

[@gentlehoovy5555]

Most iconic sound effect from world : Deviljho’s squeak before he breathes on you. As an elemental db user, i will never forget that sound.

[@andrewt9773]

I like your thoughts on the clutch claw, i feel very similar on it though i feel the clutch claw wont be such a need when you play with friends you only need one person to apply the debuff

[@josephsmith4449]

22:07who else flinched?😂

[@Bad4bizbrad]

Joseph Smith didn't flinch but my heart DROPPED

[@Nova-sama420]

i got flinch free :D

[@josephsmith4449]

Nova-Sama 420 ahhhhhh I should have seen that coming😂

[@Walamonga1313]

After the flinch I used the FF emote to jump

[@AJDC_5]

I didn't think Capcom would go as far as to make Bazelguese invade you in real life!

[@MrLastGuide]

Hearing Bazels scream from above and bracing for the impact will haunt me till i die.

[@shivanangel65]

Most iconic sound. As a bow main is the scrape then windup of dragonpiercer

[@teotalks8806]

What you're saying about sound effects rings through with my experience and world and i'm not that far in your review yet but i felt the same about World's soundtrack. Going back in the series i have to say MH3 and 4 have such pleasing menu or item sounds it's great. And the music in those games? Phenomenal and they'll be with me for life and the game isn't even that nostalgic for me. It's relatively new in my life. So super valid points you made there. ... Now I'm gonna finish the review.

[@teotalks8806]

Yeah, i just saw the music big and yeah, man! They're super close with Iceborne's main theme and Velkhana's theme. Super great songs with big moods, like you said. And Capcom has been known to have INCREDIBLE music. May I point to Megaman X1, X2, and X4, and X6. Literally legendary songs with fantastic sound effects as well. It's such an underrated selling point. And i think a lot of the reason people don't put in sad scenes, even though it'd perfectly balance out THE HYPE that is this series, is because people like fun. And I'd also argue that the reason they don't go into darker topics such as "how much do these animals feel" is because from a marketing stand point that mentality would lessen the "fun" had beating these things for generations. So it's a strategic decision on that point, as to whether or not that'd affect your score still idk. But food for thought.

[@aldngashy9647]

I did watch it till the end and i must say your review is really good. Good job

[@barned]

You got some valid points about the clutchclaw, that is what worries me. Other than that I'm looking forward to playing it friday. Oh and the sound of making a well done steak on the BBQ out in the field,its the best sound ever, first the funny music and when you hit the button on the right time, the sizzling off the steak. So satisfying.

[@drakejohnson5386]

I am a IG main, and the clutch claw addition feels like it is only adding another timer before I need to reset the fight. What I mean is that you need to buff your self with the kinsect and that lasts, with triple buff, 90 seconds. The clutch claw on IG requires 2 hits to wound the part and that part stays wounded for only 60 seconds. So I have 2 timers + mantles to keep track of and I often find myself in a situation where I just weaken a part and my triple buff has 10 seconds left. I remember that the kinsect triple buff originally was 60 seconds then went to 90. I hope the clutch claw gets buffed by having the debuff not going away as fast. Also using the clutch claw with the IG unsheathed seems so cumbersome when compared to using it with my weapon sheathed. Thoughts?

[@angeljohnclamonte9098]

For the sound effect they could make like an end game thing where you could use a special sound effect when hitting a monster or with different weapon like for example with hunting horn whenever you hit the enemy you would hear a boop something like that and with different sound effect on other weapon

[@Regdren]

Heya. About 19:40. One of the reasons I love the Monster Hunter series is that it's so consistently cheerful and upbeat, despite some of the more menacing monsters out there. That sort of thing really helps get me through tough days. We don't exactly have a shortage of games focusing on darker stuff, so I'd like the story of Monster Hunter to stay pretty much the way it is.

[@AFansPerspective]

Hype :) review is up boys

[@ninjadog9346]

Excellent review! Very well reasoned and logical, in depth and interesting. I did watch it all the way to the end. I just wanted to mention a game with a very good story, moved me to tears even, Ori and the Blind Forest, so simple, so good. I really enjoyed the video, thanks. Subscribed.

[@Mirrawr-xk7yx]

Love your idea about various type of clutch claw. You should push that

[@crowesz2662]

really enjoyed this video buddy. good stuff. cant wait for the 6th

[@marentes310]

20:22 “Iceborn was feeling very, very THICC. It was DUMMY THICC” 10/10 - Game Economist

[@WishaninjaWood]

THICK Than a SNICKER THICK!!!

[@seltheus9447]

Really surprised Capcom only just now gave you a review copy, I've been playing for 2 weeks now. But getting through the story in one day, kudos, I just finished it two days ago lol, but then again I spent a lot of time with sidestuff to unlock all the extra things. I'm capped on MR49 rn due to the T3 quest, but finishing up the last few 4star MR quests before I do that...and then it's all out on the Guiding Lands...that shit is gonna keep me busy for a very long time, especially when I can finally play with my MH buddies. And then there are still all the treasure hunts, lynean researcher photos and rare endemic life...I barely did half of those yet.

[@bluelawnchair]

Thank you for this great review! I'm very new to MHW and Iceborn, I've never played a single Monster Hunter game until now. That being said I finally think I found my game, one I'll play for a very long time. That's the TLDR response. I love you vids buy the way.

[@IRMentat]

Most iconic sound for me is probably the dull thud of a minor hit breaking my combo. They or getting the flap/roar noise 2-3 times in a row (usually followed by the rathalos ascending, fire balling my feet then the crunch clunk as my locked down avatar is forced to tumble). Good noises, kinsect return, successful shield and the sound of a tail landing on the ground with a wet thud.

[@1Strawbs]

In regards to the addictive sounds - I think the sound of ko damage when playing hammer is addicting. That's pretty much it though

[@mattyshaw8175]

For me it's full of iconic sounds, the egg gathering/normal gathering sounds, cycling through the inventory wheel or cooking a gourmet steak and don't forget about the quest complete music. I hope to god they have snuck a cheeky fatalis or three in this expansion

[@hpblast]

This is really great review, Gameconomist! Great categories and fair take on the game. I can't wait for this to come out on PC. BTW, I don't get notified when you're live streaming. Might be a KZbin problem?

[@RodrigoAstroturd]

On the topic of addictive sounds, my absolute favorite is the metallic clang when you get a headshot in battlefield 1.

[@faumyoutube2235]

When you complete a hunt is a very iconic sound

[@dreamforger7166]

The addition to the weapon move set are such a great QoL! Love rush with SnS and the new SA move :). Also lance clutch-claw block i amazing to use, though not the best. I wish lance had Guard Up and Offensive Guard by default, making it a stronger and more rewarding defensive choice... that said Offensive guard is a really cool buff

[@Destructionofanage]

Sound effect for me was the tradeyard theme music. "Dun dun dun dun duh duh da da da da duh dun"

[@AG19901990]

What about the Kjarr weapons? Do they become obsolete? or the streamstones that we gathered so far?

[@Kable-lj4du]

Penguin: Let me hit that Juul bro! This needs to be a t-shirt! Brilliant Review, thank you for this.

[@willrobinson4859]

Really glad I recently found your content leading up to IB. With this rating I wonder what you would have rated the base game under the same parameters? You've certainly played enough. See you online!

[@Crouza]

I will say as far as sound effects. I am addicted to the sound of the gunlance melee combo. It's got that weighty noise that's so good to listen to

[@motherlodegt3887]

Ironic, I was actually experiencing fatigue from the music in this very video :P Awesome review, I just can't wait to play!!

[@yetigaming8711]

watched the whole thing the review was fair and well done gj! On a side note my biggest gripe with MHW is the fact you cant skip the cut scenes or at the very LEAST stay in a group of my friends ALL throughout the story and not having to leave the mission only to regroup to enter the mission again it is very annoying and breaks the immersion. I hope this has or will be changed.

[@leonardodorea3890]

Man... I REALLY liked your way of doing a Review Great video!

[@KlaatuZu]

Iconic sound for me is the menu/item scrolling sounds!

[@SuperDragonspeed]

I was waiting for this but i wasnt expecting a almost 40 MIN VIDEO òwó

[@MrCharly780]

Excellent review, very fair. Looking forward to play it myself.

[@frazer_1997]

Talking about the monster skeletons and variety, has your opinion changed after the reveal of Rajang?

[@claydon142]

Sound effect? When you press something in the inital menu that comes immediatly to mind

[@anthonysayegh8187]

Wait so it said sight then hunt a glavenus do I have to do this solo or can I do the quest with a friend

[@alexandersnider734]

Really wish you had spoken more about Iceborne specifics rather than MHW as a whole

[@makara204]

The connection problem on PC has to do more on Steam part. Also in the story we only hunt each of the monsters once. The grinding is just gameplay purpose. The reason we go hunt is to restore balance to the ecosystem.

[@MamaSymphonia]

Oh man, that sass from the Handler at the beginning lmao

[@mrqkrakenp4183]

I disagree with the ambience tracks unless it was a toggle able option in the sound settings.

[@amanatee]

I'm only on the story analysis but this is absolutely incredible. Amazing detailed criticism.

[@desmond2888]

Monster Hunter needs a more recognizable Soundeffekt Proof of a Hero/Quest Clear: I am a joke to you?

[@AscendantStoic]

He is talking about sound effects specifically not music, the music gets it's own section later in the video.

[@desmond2888]

@@AscendantStoic i agree that they are more soundtrack than effect but is simple the most recongnizable sound in moster hunter and it not even the whole track just the first seconds

[@Ceramixs]

@@desmond2888 *FIRE THE DRAGONATOR*

[@dr966]

Must’ve felt real good teasing us with the weapon trees huh? Lol

[@victorrc998]

Damn, Im just anxious to know if this dlc features layered for all armor sets, I hope its not a rumor

[@B3AN008]

The devs said it themselves so...

[@victorrc998]

@@B3AN008 yep, saw the news, but after I heard there a possible mistake in translation (due to source being in japanese) I became quite skeptical to be honest, if you have a link, that would be awesome as well, thanks!

[@ayanamisouls]

I am waiting my deluxe digital , can you confirm that the end weapons are classic designers , those hh garuga narga zinogre etc

[@edomingox]

I had one bug in the game so far. I ran into an issue when I escaped combat with the ghillie mantle, I ran away, the monster went away, but I was still in red combat mode. My scoutflies would never reset so I can track the monster. I had to use the map constantly to find him.

[@d3vilmareyt354]

So when exactly is it playable for us plebs Friday is it midnight or weekly reset

[@bigpapapage7165]

why did it take you almost 40 minutes to say "perfect"

[@itsFireBRND]

Cause he wants to try and sound professional even though he knows nothing about what he is talking about or requesting from capcom

[@ArtumTsumia]

Hopefully the balance of the clutch claw is alright, it's one of my primary concerns. There's also utility to it besides any attacks it provides and I'd probably hope that it falls more on that utility side of things than outright damaging side. Guess I'll see how I like it in a few days and what the community thinks of it as a whole. Hopefully it doesn't turn into more silly META mechanics.

[@WiseGuy214]

Man, for some reason when the Pukei-Pukei fought alongside me in the Witcher quest, I felt like a surge of motivation. I wouldn’t mind more instances like that. Like imagine during a quest you fight alongside Zinogre against a larger monster. I think that’d be neat.

[@chengskwatalot3190]

When Gameconomist talks about the special look of one of the monsters I think he is talking about the leaked endboss (the one with the two phases).

[@AbleZombie]

Hey, section 4 didn't answer if the cutscenes can be watched with friends or not. Could someone clarify this please?

[@peropetar]

They developers said in an interview that iceborne won't change this.

[@AbleZombie]

@@peropetar thank you for the information! 😃