Should I play Monster Hunter Stories before diving into the sequel?
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Best answer: No, you don`t have to. Monster Hunter Stories 2 is a brand new story, separate from the original game. However, there are a few references to the first game that might go over your head. A new Monster Hunter story! Monster Hunter Stories 2: Wings of Ruin is the next installment in the Monster Hunter Stories series and a sequel that no one really expected. Monster Hunter Stories released on the 3DS in 2016. However, Monster Hunter was a still fairly niche series, and the 3DS already had one leg in the grave, with the Nintendo Switch set to release just a few months after. However, those who played it found an engaging RPG with a wealth of side quests and challenging turn-based combat. With the sequel on the horizon, new fans and Monster Hunter faithful might wonder if they`ll have to play the first Monster Hunter Stories. Well, you`ll be happy to know that you don`t have to dig up your 3DS and hunt down a copy of Monster Hunter Stories. Monster Hunter Stories 2 is ...