Report updated Apr 4, 2026
Monster Hunter Stories
v1.00.05Fans of the Monster Hunter franchise and RPG enthusiasts looking for a deep, story-driven, and premium mobile gaming experience without microtransactions.
What Is Monster Hunter Stories?
Launched Sep 24, 2018
Updated Dec 2023
What users think iIndependent intel reports to help builders create better apps or enhance existing ones. Still in beta, accuracy and relevancy get better every day. For informational purposes only.
What does it look like?
What are the key features?
Explore dungeons to find monster eggs, hatch them, and form bonds with creatures known as Monsties to build a unique team.
Challenge other players to turn-based combat using your raised team of Monsties.
Enhanced visual fidelity specifically optimized for smartphone displays.
Convenience feature for mobile play to ensure progress is captured automatically.
Classic RPG battle mechanics adapted from the console version.
What do users think? iIndependent intel reports to help builders create better apps or enhance existing ones. Still in beta, accuracy and relevancy get better every day. For informational purposes only.
“Recent user voice shows a mixed sentiment. Users appreciate high-quality gameplay and story and value for money, but report persistent audio glitches and lack of controller support.”
What Users Love
words can not describe how great this game is. it's just perfect
A truly beautiful world, with lots and lots to discover.
Love this game, definitely worth the 20 dollars
amazing game everthing good worth the money for sure
Pain Points
This game has had audio stuttering issues for years that have never been fixed
audio is very laggy and distorted whenever there is a big audio track
I would really like it if they would add controller support
without controller support the game does not stand up
all it does is have a sound glitch then crash
Game crashes every other time I try and save the game
High confidence · 17.5K reviews available
How is it ranked?
| Category | Chart | Rank | Change |
|---|---|---|---|
| Role Playing | Paid | #78 | ▲21 |
| Adventure | Paid | #93 | NEW |
What are the pros and cons?
Pros
- Strong global IP recognition (Monster Hunter)
- High production value console-quality graphics and story
- Deep, engaging creature-collection mechanics
- No microtransactions or ads
Cons
- Persistent audio stuttering and distortion bugs
- Lack of physical controller support
- Frequent crashes on modern OS versions
- Feature/content disparity compared to console versions
What is the market outlook?
Growth Opportunities
- Implement controller support to attract core gamers
- Release a stability patch to fix long-standing audio issues
- Update content to match the 'Version 1.2' console standard
- Cross-promote with newer Monster Hunter title launches
Market Threats
- Newer premium monster-taming rivals like Cassette Beasts
- Cannibalization by the Apple Arcade version of the title
- Technical obsolescence as mobile OS versions advance without app updates
Who competes with Monster Hunter Stories?
The Nemesis
Nexomon: Extinction
★4.8 (6K)VEWO INTERACTIVE INC.
The most direct premium-quality rival offering a deep creature-collection RPG experience with high-fidelity 2D visuals and turn-based combat.
The most direct premium-quality rival offering a deep creature-collection RPG experience with high-fidelity 2D visuals and turn-based combat.
Contenders
Neo Monsters
ZigZaGame Inc.
A highly popular creature collector focused on 4v4 team battles and massive monster evolution trees.
A highly popular creature collector focused on 4v4 team battles and massive monster evolution trees.
Evertale
ZigZaGame Inc.
Combines an open-world monster-catching story with high-production turn-based combat and a large active player base.
Combines an open-world monster-catching story with high-production turn-based combat and a large active player base.
EvoCreo2: Monster Trainer RPG
Ilmfinity Studios LLC
A long-standing monster-taming RPG that offers a similar loop of capturing, breeding, and battling creatures in a vast world.
A long-standing monster-taming RPG that offers a similar loop of capturing, breeding, and battling creatures in a vast world.
Nexomon
LIME TURTLE, INC.
The original entry in the Nexomon series that established the premium monster-catching alternative on mobile devices.
The original entry in the Nexomon series that established the premium monster-catching alternative on mobile devices.
Peers
A top-tier premium RPG port that appeals to the same audience looking for high-quality, one-time purchase console experiences.
Active Time Battle Version 2
A classic premium RPG port that competes for the attention of players seeking deep, story-driven adventures on mobile.
Episodic Storytelling
A high-fidelity 3D action-RPG port that matches the visual ambition and premium pricing of Monster Hunter Stories.
Interwoven Story System
New Kids on the Block
A critically acclaimed new entry in the monster-taming genre featuring innovative fusion mechanics and a high-quality open world.
Fusion System
What are the key takeaways?
Monster Hunter Stories is a divisive games app that is a paid app. With a 4.2/5 rating from 17.5K reviews, it receives mixed feedback from users. Users particularly appreciate high-quality gameplay and story, though persistent audio glitches remains a common concern.
Best for: Fans of the Monster Hunter franchise and RPG enthusiasts looking for a deep, story-driven, and premium mobile gaming experience without microtransactions.
How much does it cost?
Model: paid
Premium upfront pricing model with no in-app purchases, positioning the app as a complete, high-quality console-to-mobile port.
iOS Version
1.00.05
Android Version
1.0.5
Release Date
Sep 24, 2018
iOS Price
$19.99
Android Price
$19.99
Developer
CAPCOM