Report updated Apr 16, 2026

Overview · Full Intel report in progress

Monster Hunter Now is an established games app that is completely free. With a 4.5/5 rating from 350K reviews, it shows polarized user reception.

What is Monster Hunter Now?

Monster Hunter Now is a location-based mobile action game developed by Niantic that brings the Monster Hunter universe into the real world. Players track and hunt formidable monsters across diverse habitats using simplified tap-based controls designed for short, 75-second encounters. The experience emphasizes social gameplay through team-based hunting and immersive AR integration.

Current Momentum

v118.0 · 1w ago

Intense

Last updated 7d ago. 5 versions tracked.

Competition

Rivals identification in progress

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Games

No ranking data

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What makes this app unique?

What Are The Key Features?

Real-World HuntingStandard

Utilizes location-based tracking to spawn monsters in the player's immediate environment, including forests, deserts, and swamps.

Simplified CombatStandard

Features tap-based controls optimized for mobile devices to facilitate fast-paced, 75-second hunting sessions.

AR CameraStandard

Allows players to visualize and interact with iconic monsters in their physical surroundings using augmented reality.

Cooperative MultiplayerStandard

Enables players to team up with fellow hunters to take on larger-than-life monsters together.

How much does it cost?

Free

Who Built It?

Niantic, Inc. app icon 1
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Niantic

(15.6M)

Encouraging real-world exploration and social connection through augmented reality experiences that gamify physical movement.

Portfolio

4

Apps

Free 3
Games67%
Social Networking33%

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Portfolio breakdown, audience, momentum, and every app published by Niantic.

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Analysis in progress, available soon

What do users think recently?

Analysis in progress, available soon

View the full user-sentiment analysis

Mood gauge, ratings & review-volume history, every praise / complaint / request, and sentiment over time.

Go deeper

Analysis in progress, available soon

What is the competitive landscape for Monster Hunter Now?

How's The Games Market?

How does it evolve in the Games market?

Rank progression

136 active rankings tracked — 30-day window

Strategic analysis coming soon

SWOT, key takeaways & outlook

The outtake for Monster Hunter Now

Key Takeaways

This title successfully adapts the core Monster Hunter gameplay loop into a bite-sized, location-based mobile experience.

Where Is It Heading?

Trend analysis

Available very soon

Disclosure: Independent intel to help mobile builders succeed.

AI-powered analysis with editorial review, built from publicly available sources. Marlvel.ai is not affiliated with, endorsed by, or sponsored by Monster Hunter Now, its developer, the app publisher, Apple, or Google Play. All trademarks, logos, and screenshots referenced remain the property of their respective owners.

Cite this report

Marlvel.ai. “Monster Hunter Now Intelligence Report.” Updated Apr 16, 2026. https://marlvel.ai/apps/com-nianticlabs-monsterhunter

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