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Monster Hunter Rise

Review · Action · PC · Xbox Series S/X · Xbox One

Monster Hunter Rise

Reviewed: 30 Apr 2026

PC · Xbox Series S/X · Xbox One · PlayStation 4 · PlayStation 5 · Nintendo Switch

Capcom · 2021

Ludograph rating

A

Recommended

77 /100

Monster Hunter Rise is an action-RPG that promotes strategic thinking and problem solving through cooperative monster hunting, with combat themes.

06010030BenefitLow riskB 72 · R 16
The Ludograph reading, plotted from the published benefit and risk sub-scores.

Growth (BDS)

72

Risk (RIS)

16

Daily limit

Age guidance

17+

Developmental benefits

B1Cognitive
0.80
B2Social-emotional
0.57
B3Motor
0.75

Monster Hunter Rise offers a rich and engaging action RPG experience that promotes strategic thinking, problem-solving, and hand-eye coordination. Cooperative multiplayer encourages teamwork and communication, while the deep crafting system fosters a sense of accomplishment and progression.

Design risks

R1Compulsion-loop pressure
0.30
R2Monetization
0.00
R3Social risk
0.11

While generally low-risk, the game's combat involves battling fearsome monsters, which may be intense for some players. The open-ended nature of the game can lead to extended play sessions, though natural stopping points are present.

Content (not in risk score)

R4.1Violence Level
1.00
R4.2Sexual Content
0.00
R4.3Language
0.00
R4.4Substance References
0.00
R4.5Fear / Horror
0.33

Content risk is displayed separately and does not affect the time recommendation.

Regulatory design checks · DSAAssessed: meets criteria·GDPR-KAssessed: meets criteria·ODDSAssessed: meets criteria

  • DSA:What Ludograph checks: whether the game's design gives minors the transparency the EU Digital Services Act expects: plain terms, honest defaults, and clear reporting routes.: Estimated from review data. No dark pattern or child-targeting concerns found.
  • GDPR-K:What Ludograph checks: whether age assurance and consent flows are designed for under-16s, in the spirit of GDPR Article 8.: Estimated from review data. No privacy or child-targeting concerns found.
  • ODDS:What Ludograph checks: whether paid random-reward drop rates are disclosed, as required in China, Japan and South Korea.: Estimated from review data. No paid random-reward mechanics found, so drop-rate disclosure requirements do not apply.

These reflect Ludograph's assessment of the game's design practices against each framework's criteria, not a legal compliance determination.

Parents ask…

Is Monster Hunter Rise safe for kids?

Ludograph gives Monster Hunter Rise a rating of 77/100, recommended for ages 17 and up. It scores well on developmental benefits with manageable risks.

What age is Monster Hunter Rise appropriate for?

Ludograph's rubric recommends a minimum age of 17+ for Monster Hunter Rise, based on benefits, risks, and content review.

How long should kids play Monster Hunter Rise?

We don't publish a daily session budget for Monster Hunter Rise: its design-risk score sits in our highest band, where limiting time alone doesn't address the risks. For children we suggest choosing an alternative instead.

What are the main risks of Monster Hunter Rise?

While generally low-risk, the game's combat involves battling fearsome monsters, which may be intense for some players. The open-ended nature of the game can lead to extended play sessions, though natural stopping points are present.