Last updated on January 15th, 2026 at 12:08 pm
Monster Hunter Stories – Roleplaying Game Review
Monster Hunter Stories is a Roleplaying/Entertainment/Adventure game from CAPCOM Co., Ltd, first launched in 25th September 2018.
It’s rated 4+ and currently has 1,182+ ratings on the App Store.
What Makes Monster Hunter Stories Stand Out
Please read the section "Important Notes" before purchasing or using this app. Returns or credit cannot be granted after purchase.
Also, save data from this app (paid version) cannot be imported to the Apple Arcade version.
• The World of Monster Hunter Stories
In a world where large monsters roam, and people everywhere make a living hunting, there's a remote village of people who follow a different set of customs. They are the Monster Riders, a people who don't hunt but instead form bonds with monsters.
The monsters that form kinships with Riders, known as "Monsties," possess incredible powers.
Join the adventure and "Ride On!"
• Game Features
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Recruit countless Monsties!
Monsties, and the bonds you form with them, are the backbone of your adventure. Explore vast environments and dungeons to find monster dens, and bring back the eggs you find to hatch new Monsties! -
Fight with your Monsties in Network Battles!
Take your hero and the Monsties you've raised into battles with other Riders! Build a team of your favorites to challenge other players. -
New features for the smartphone version!
New improvements include beautiful high-resolution graphics, improved user interface, and a new auto-save feature!
• Story
The story begins in a forest near the village of Riders. Three young friends—the hero, Lilia, and Cheval—stumble upon a shining egg.
The trio perform a playful imitation of the Rite of Kinship, only to be shocked when it actually succeeds!
The egg hatches, revealing a baby Rathalos, a flying wyvern also known as "the King of the Skies." The trio affectionately name him "Ratha," and take him back to the village.
A year passes…
The hero receives a Kinship Stone from the Village Chief and officially becomes a Rider. Cheval and Lilia both leave the village, each on their own path. The hero, though separated now from childhood friends, partners up with the cheerful Navirou, and embarks upon a new adventure into the world of hunters.
[Important Notes]
• Compatible Devices (Models / Supported OS)
Please visit the official website for details.
• How to Access the Website
Tap “Developer Website” on this page or access the following link:
https://www.us.capcommobile.com/mhs-device-compatibility
Note: We cannot guarantee the app’s performance or offer refunds if you use a device not listed as compatible.
• Notes on Multiplayer
- Multiplayer (Network Battles, etc.) is available only after a certain amount of game progress.
- Network Battles are only available against other players of the paid iOS version of this app.
- Network Battles are not available against players of the Japanese version of this app.
- Play in an area with a good connection to ensure the best online experience.
- You must sign in to Game Center to use multiplayer features.
• Additional Notes
- To use this app, you must agree to the "Monster Hunter Stories End User License Agreement" (link below) when booting the app for the first time.
https://game.capcom.com/manual/MHST_mobile/global/en/rule.php - This app features the same story as the handheld console version.
- Several handheld console features, such as certain collaboration contents, amiibo features, local Network Battles, and StreetPass, are NOT available in this version.
- Deleting this app will also erase any stored save data.
- We recommend that you connect to a Wi-Fi network before downloading.
- Battle Party QR codes from the Japanese version will not work in this version.
This Roleplaying game offers engaging gameplay and regular updates for mobile players.
Player Feedback
As a newer release, Monster Hunter Stories is building its player community. Early feedback suggests .
Recent Updates & Development
Latest Update: 31st January 2022
Recent improvements include:
Important Announcement
Precautions When Updating
• To update the app, you will need approximately 3 GB to 7 GB of free space on your device.
Please make sure to create a backup of your saved data when updating.
If the app fails to update, you may be unable to use your saved data.
• Playing multiplayer with others who are using a different version of the app may result in network difficulties.
Please update to the latest version of the app to ensure you have the best multiplayer experience.
• After updating the app, you cannot revert to the previous version.
• Please keep in mind that because of the large size of this update, it will take time to download.
• Ver.1.0.05 Update Contents
- Improved stability
Download & Availability
Monster Hunter Stories is available through the official App Store for iOS devices.
Get Monster Hunter Stories on App Store
Requirements: Requires iPhone 5s / iPad Air / iPad Air (Cellular) / iPad Mini 2 (Retina) / iPad Mini 2 (Retina, Cellular) / iPhone 6 / iPhone 6 Plus / iPad Air 2 / iPad Air 2 (Cellular) / iPad Mini 3 or later.
Compatible with iPhone and iPad devices.
Player Experience Highlights
Community Insight:
We love everything about it also Im a monster hunter fan . We like that you get to know the monsters better instead of just hunting them. Id totally recommend this game. Theres an anime based on this game and its called monster hunter stories ride on but its a shame that nobody Ive ever met play this game and watch the anime. WARNING !: the anime could spoil the game for you like it did to us.
We really want to play the voice with English.
We wish this supported controllers / Backbone.
Its great just needs controller support.
Runs great, looks great. Sometimes loses progress when we switch off the app. Can you add controller support.
So Ive been playing monster hunter stories for about 2 years now. We have almost beat everything in the game. We love playing monster hunter and monster hunter stories for 20$ this game is worth it. An amazing combat system.amazing story. And amazing variety of post game content.we also like how you can change your monsties element. We made Tigrex fire,zinnogre dragon.However we would like you to add ver 1.2 and 1.3 to the game translated in English and other languages. Pls update this masterpiece with Japan updates translated.pls we would really like Teostra, kushala doara,rajang as monsties pls up date .also we wouldnt care if you made the update 5$ or 10$. One last thing pls make glevnus egg fragments free without playing someone else.But overall this game is a masterpiece great job capcom pls read, update to post. Up date pls there is no reason not to any more capcom especially sense you just made a remastered version with all Japanese post content in English also game is due for update as most people have beat the main story We gamers need more content. Pls.
We have a deep admiration for the game 'Monster Hunter Stories' because of its unique take on the Monster Hunter franchise. Unlike the main series, which focuses on hunting and defeating monsters, 'Monster Hunter Stories' allows players to become Riders and form bonds with monsters to fight alongside them. This new gameplay mechanic adds a whole new layer of strategy and depth to the game, as players must carefully choose which monsters to bond with and how to utilize their abilities in battle. Additionally, the game's vibrant and colorful art style, engaging story, and charming characters make it a joy to play. The world of 'Monster Hunter Stories' is rich and immersive, with a wide variety of monsters to encounter and environments to explore. The game also features a deep customization system, allowing players to personalize their character and their monster companions to suit their playstyle. Overall, 'Monster Hunter Stories' is a refreshing and innovative take on the Monster Hunter franchise that has captured our heart and kept us coming back for more. We highly recommend it to any fan of the series or anyone looking for a fun and engaging RPG experience.
A lot of players will be happy to ride the new monsties and play the extra endgame in the tower.
SOOOOOO FUN ME AND MY BESTIE LOVE IT.
Thanks for creating a dang near perfect game in every way.
Fun game. Graphics are decent. Gameplay is smooth. Very much reminds us of Pokmon.
Would love it if this game had controller support.
The game is rly good the graphics are so good the battle system is amazing.. But rly need an updates adding more monsties pls do an update :( we see pc version doing updates but mobile doesnt rly make us sad pls do an update thank u.
This game is the best adaptation for mobile ever!, the story was really cool and was fun spending time finding tactics to defeat bosses even the post story mode content was fabulous hopefully monster hunter stories 2 will get a mobile adaptation.
We really enjoy this game we think this game would be so much better with controller support.
We really enjoy this game we think this game would be so much better with controller support.
Just like 3ds but wheres the legend of Zelda dlc.
Monster Hunter is the best game we ever seen.
This game is pretty good but the only thing is that we would like if their was more monsters.
We couldnt belive how expensive this was at first, but through with that, this game is seriously addicting. Ever since we got Covid, Ive been spending all our days playing this non-stop. We even introduced our friend to it, and she said she got bored of it. Although she never stopped playing it, because what better game is there than Monster Hunter Stories? Suggestion: make very easy way to trade monsters online and multiplayer with friends.
Absolutely love this game, but would like to see a fix for the crashes that happen occasionally during battle or just in any instance whenever we put the app in the background. A but frustrating especially when you are in a den and have a rare egg. Otherwise, so glad we found this game.
Amazing game. Both Stories games are top tier butno controller support? Really.
Out of 2 monster hunter games on mobile this is probably the better one and its great but it hasnt been updated in a while and since this is apparently getting a remastered version on switch, pc and ps4 it would be nice to update this as well including certain updates that were originally a Japan exclusive update like the addition of certain non monstie monsters being able to become monsties.
With the announcement that Monster Hunter Stories will be released in HD on Nintendo Switch, PC, and PS4 we need an update to this version to match those. Including controller support.
Its a great game but Im stuck on the nargacuga boss that we just cant get through maybe you can debuff it a bit we understand if you dont but if you can please do.
Please, we love this game very so update this game with some more dragon wont hurt.
First of all, the global version is great, would love to see the Japanese updates come over, while we wait for Monster Hunter Stories 2 to be released. Currently have over 100 hours on the game, just recently finished unlocking all the multiplayer rewards. Story is fun, combat is engaging, tons of encouragement to explore the world. Now for the critiques. 1. Multiplayer does not function that well, other than the duramboros event, being able to play a full multiplayer match, is near impossible. Our friends and we have have been doing competitions via local connections, and the matches consistently drop 80% of the time. Yes we are all on the same version of the game, as well as devices. 2. Capcom has a habit of removing games from the App Store after a certain amount of time. Monster Hunter Freedom Unite was the most recent example. So were essentially renting their games, instead of owning it. We own physical copies of most of the monster hunter games, however we enjoyed them being on a handheld device, the touch controls for Freedom Unite handles incredibly well. 3. The Japanese updates for MHST are not out for this version, so were lacking some incredibly strong monsters. Other than those things, solid port. Just be prepared to have the game be removed from your library at some point, due to capcom not wanting to keep up with the iOS updates.
Amazing game. Even more valuable now that theres a part 2of the game. This is now the definitive way to play mhs but without controller support the game does not stand up.
Great port but add controller support.
Hi,this game is wonderful but it runs not that well on iPhone 14 pro.The dynamic island overlaps some options and besides when we slide up to turn to homepage and the game crashes.
Capcom needs to add controller support.
As much as we adore the gameplay, music, audio, story, etc. There is one thing missing: replayability. Sure, there's replayability in the form of questboards found in cities and camps but its just not emersive as NPC quests and Story quests are. The New Game+ feature would also help players improve their existing equipment and monsties instead of leaving them gridlocked in a weak state. (Yes we're mad about not being able to beat teostra or fatalis through hard work. Lol).
This game is awesome, but It would be super awesome to play this game with our backbone.
So we were excited we were gonna play this game. We thought we would get something special because we purchased this with $20. What do we get the same game we can get for free tell us what is the difference.
Please support controllers. Thanks.
Please put the japan update on the global version, we want to play with Rajang, Epona and the other monsties that we din't have on global. The work is already done, you just need to put the update on the global version, Please we hope you read us.
This is a good game good lore nice textures but bruh it deleted our save data and we even backed up our data and it still didnt fix it.
Nice game and all, but bring MHFU back.
Needs better auto saves or a quick save feature.
Another update and still no native iPad 11 inch aspect ratio like the Apple Arcade version.
The game itself is fine, not a lot of complaints there. Its fun and enjoyable. The main issue is the lack of controller support. Previously we would have only knocked this for one star but the landscape has changed. With Apple now pushing as a gaming platform, not having controller support is unacceptable.
This game is similar to the v1.0 on other platforms. Overall this is a great game. No ridiculous in game purchases, interesting storyline, and etc however, the mobile version doesnt have any new monsties in the v1.06. Essentially, you are paying money for an outdated version. Please provide an update.
This is a top-tier mobile game, except for the broken save system. As in the 3DS version, you can ONLY save at specific places in the world. Its possible to be ten minutes away from a save point, if you get stuck in battles. There is no quick-save, and the game will not automatically save if you multitask. If you have to respond to a chat, answer the phone, or even just pause overnight theres a good chance that the game will get unloaded from RAM and youll lose all your progress since the last save.
The mechanics are so stupid we hate how you have hearts like why is not like Pokmon and you dont have to die if you are one heart and you can not switch yourself in.
All these years and the home bar still pops up each time you tap the screen to do actions. Its very annoying and we wish we never paid for this game if the devs were never going to stop it from happening. Lazy.
Everything is great.. But controller support would make this a must have.
Only problem is that there is no controller support.
Update: we got our cloud save back- thank you! Ive played this game for years on and off always had a cloud save for when ide delete and redownload. Now when we go to load cloud save we get an error message and app crashes. This game is amazing we love it we just want our save back.
Finally brings back our backup file, thanks.
Great game our literal only complaint is that it the autosave doesnt really accommodate the phones tendency to kick us out of the game all the time. Im afraid to leave the game even for a couple of seconds because we could get kicked out. Instead of saving when you leave a den, it should really autosave periodically of 3-10 minutes or so.
User feedback from Apple App Store
App Details
- Version: 1.00.05
- Size: 3,887.76 MB
- iOS: 8.0 or later
- Languages: EN, FR, DE, IT, ES
- Content Advisory:
- Developer: CAPCOM Co., Ltd
Last updated: 31st January 2022 | Genre: Roleplaying, Entertainment | Developer: CAPCOM Co., Ltd