The world of Monster Hunter Rise: Sunbreak is surprisingly interconnected. One player, -BrotherPig-, recently showcased this with an epic journey across its diverse zones, captured in a video on the Monster Hunter subreddit. Starting in the Windward Plains, they traversed dunes and mountains, ultimately reaching the game's endgame areas. (Spoiler warning for those who haven't completed the campaign!)
The video highlights the seamless nature of the game's world. Remarkably, there's only *one* loading screen during the entire journey—between the Oilwell Basin and the Iceshard Cliffs. Otherwise, it's a continuous, albeit lengthy, run. This impressive feat showcases the extensive pathways connecting the game's seemingly disparate locations.
While Monster Hunter Rise: Sunbreak does have loading screens (for instance, entering the training grounds or fast traveling), the minimal interruptions during this cross-zone trek are striking. It provides a fresh perspective on the intricate network of corridors and passages linking even the most remote areas of the Forbidden Lands.
Monster Hunter Rise: Sunbreak Weapons Tier List
Monster Hunter Rise: Sunbreak Weapons Tier List
According to a series producer, the game's success hinges on its compelling story, immersive world, and cross-play functionality. Personally, I've been captivated by the player discoveries constantly emerging, showcasing the innovative ways Sunbreak adapts the series' mechanics to an open-world setting. Regardless of your reason for playing, there's plenty to keep you occupied until the first title update arrives in April.
To kickstart your Monster Hunter Rise: Sunbreak adventure, check out our guides covering hidden game mechanics, a breakdown of all 14 weapon types, a detailed walkthrough, a multiplayer guide, and instructions for transferring your beta character.
IGN's review of Monster Hunter Rise: Sunbreak awarded it an 8/10, stating: “Monster Hunter Rise: Sunbreak continues to refine the series' core gameplay, resulting in incredibly fun battles, though it may lack a significant challenge for seasoned players.”