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Monster Hunter Stories 3: All Invasive Monsters Locations
Monster Hunter Stories 3: Twisted Reflection has found its footing, offering a compelling narrative that stands apart from the main Monster Hunter series. While previous spin-offs struggled with tone and pacing, this entry delivers one of the best stories in the Monster Hunter universe, making it a must-experience for fans.
Monster Hunter Stories 3: Best Builds for Maximum Damage
Monster Hunter Stories 3: Twisted Reflection marks a significant improvement for the spin-off series, delivering one of the best stories in the Monster Hunter universe. While previous entries struggled with tone and pacing, this installment successfully finds its footing, offering a compelling narrative experience that fans of the franchise should not miss, even with its departure from the traditional hunting gameplay.
Monster Hunter Stories 3: Best Weapons of Each Type & How to Get Them
This guide for Monster Hunter Stories 3 details the best weapons of each type available in the game. It also provides instructions on how to obtain these powerful armaments for your character.
Monster Hunter Stories 3: The Best Armors & How to Get Them
This guide focuses on identifying and acquiring the best armor sets available for players in Monster Hunter Stories 3. It provides details on how to obtain these optimal gear pieces to enhance character performance.
Famitsu software sales (3/9/26 – 3/15/26) – Top 30
Famitsu has released its weekly Japanese software sales data for the period of March 9th to March 15th. Pokemon Pokopia for the Nintendo Switch 2 leads the charts with over 117,000 units sold. Monster Hunter Stories 3 also saw strong debut sales on both Nintendo Switch 2 and PlayStation 5.
How to beat every Elder Dragon in Monster Hunter Stories 3
This guide details how to defeat the Calamitous Elder Dragons in Monster Hunter Stories 3, including Namielle, Yama Tsukami, Wind Serpent Ibushi, Thunder Serpent Narwa, and Velkhana. It provides recommended levels, elemental weaknesses, and strategies for each boss, along with recommended Monsties and gear to overcome their unique challenges.
Famitsu sales (3/9/26 – 3/15/26) – first week sales revealed for Monster Hunter Stories 3, Fatal Frame 2 Remake
Famitsu has released its latest Japanese hardware sales figures for the week of March 9-15, 2026. The Nintendo Switch led sales, followed by the PlayStation 5. The article also notes the first-week sales for Monster Hunter Stories 3 and Fatal Frame 2 Remake.
How to get the Grimclaw Tigrex early in Monster Hunter Stories 3 – Invasive Diablos guide
This guide explains how to obtain the Grimclaw Tigrex mutation early in Monster Hunter Stories 3 by repelling the Invasive Diablos. It details strategies for defeating the Invasive Diablos using the Spinning Meteor skill and outlines the requirements for unlocking the Grimclaw Tigrex, including achieving an S Ecosystem Rank and ensuring a habitat with at least four Power-type monsters.
All monsties in Monster Hunter Stories 3: Location, types, and more
This guide for Monster Hunter Stories 3 details the locations and types of all 84 collectable monsties across four distinct regions: Azuria, Canalta Timberland, Tarkuan, and Serathis. It also lists specific monsters that cannot be hatched from eggs, such as Wind Serpent Ibushi and Thunder Serpent Narwa.
How to get guaranteed Super Rare den spawns in Monster Hunter Stories 3
This guide explains how to reliably find Super Rare dens in Monster Hunter Stories 3, which are crucial for obtaining high-quality monster eggs. The method involves strategically reloading area spawns by switching between adjacent zones and ensuring the in-game time is set to night, as these dens do not appear during the day.
UK sales week 11 - Pokemon Pokopia slips as Monster Hunter Stories 3, Fatal Frame 2 Remake debut
The UK software sales chart for the week ending March 14, 2026, sees Resident Evil Requiem holding the top spot. Pokemon Pokopia dropped to fourth place, potentially due to retail shortages, while Monster Hunter Stories 3 and Fatal Frame 2 Remake made their debut on the chart.
UK sales week 11 - Pokemon Pokopia slips as Monster Hunter Stories 3, Fatal Frame 2 Remake debut
Pokémon Pokopia is highlighted as a surprisingly emotional and addictive spin-off, potentially being a standout title for the Nintendo Switch 2. The article also notes the debut of Monster Hunter Stories 3 and Fatal Frame 2 Remake in the UK sales charts for week 11, with Pokémon Pokopia slipping in ranking.
How to get Sand Barioth in Monster Hunter Stories 3 – Invasive Khezu guide
This guide details how to repel the Invasive Khezu and obtain the Sand Barioth mutation in Monster Hunter Stories 3. Players must reach the Sereathis region and defeat the Invasive Khezu by successfully countering its Wyvernsoul attack five times. To unlock the Sand Barioth, players need to hatch a Barioth, release it, and raise its Ecosystem Rank to A.
How to get Soulseer Mizutsune in Monster Hunter Stories 3 – Shogun Cenataur Invasive guide
This guide explains how to obtain the rare Soulseer Mizutsune monstie in Monster Hunter Stories 3. Players must first repel the Invasive Shogun Cenataur and then acquire a Zinogre by repelling an Odogaron. Achieving an S rank in the Mizutsune's ecosystem by having it coexist with Zinogre is the final step to finding a Soulseer Mizutsune egg.
Best Monstie XP farming guide in Monster Hunter Stories 3
This guide provides methods for quickly increasing monstie experience points in Monster Hunter Stories 3. Strategies include utilizing food bonuses, targeting stronger enemies, defeating Barrel cats, and completing side quests to level up companions efficiently.
From Minecraft to Monster Hunter: How Switch 2 is Revol... | TAG
Nintendo has released a new update for the Switch 2, version 22.0.0, which enhances the performance of older Nintendo Switch games when played in docked mode. The update also introduces social features like private friend notes and improved GameChat options. Separately, Tunic is receiving an upgrade for the rumored Switch 2, and a new anime series based on Sekiro: Shadows Die Twice has been revealed.
Monster Hunter Stories 3 Best Settings Guide For PC & Steam Deck
This guide provides the best settings for Monster Hunter Stories 3 on PC and Steam Deck, focusing on optimizing performance for mid-end systems. It aims to help players achieve a smoother experience on both platforms.
All Monster Hunter Stories 3 mutations and how to get them
Monster Hunter Stories 3 features a mutation system that allows players to obtain rare subspecies of monsters by releasing them into specific environments with certain conditions met. This guide details how to acquire various mutated monsters, including Pink Rathian, Dreadqueen Rathian, and Brute Tigrex, by managing ecosystem ranks and introducing specific monster types.
Test Drive Unlimited Solar Crown’s Season 6 car lineup confirmed
The PlayStation Plus Game Catalog for February will feature Marvel's Spider-Man 2, Test Drive Unlimited Solar Crown, and several other titles including Monster Hunter Stories and its sequel. Additionally, Disney•Pixar Wall-E will be added to the Classics Catalogue.
Monster Hunter Stories 3 hits a record player count on Steam for Capcom's cozier spin-off RPG series
Monster Hunter Stories 3 has achieved a record player count on Steam for Capcom's RPG spin-off series, with nearly 20,000 more peak players than its predecessor. The game's strong debut on PC indicates its growing popularity within the franchise.
