And yes, importantly, you’re free to pet the Poogie.
Monster Hunter fans will be all too familiar with what the Monster Hunter World board games have to offer.
As you progress, you’re able to take increasingly difficult jobs tracking and killing significantly more deadly marks.
One player reads aloud the narrative and you all agree how to proceed.
You’ll also gain Track tokens that are revealed at the end of the Gathering phase.
These contribute to your Scoutfly level, which can affect the Monster’s behaviour for better or worse.
When you hit the Hunting phase, it’s you against the Monster in a timed battle event.
Players take it in turns to Walk, Sprint and/or play Attack cards in any order.
One to two player campaigns also gain the benefit of Palico compatriots who add special bonuses, too.
Gameplay
All this will seem very familiar to anyone who’s played a Monster Hunter video game.
There are recognizable monsters, Hunter types, and gear.
If you’re in it for the minis, this is one game that won’t disappoint.
It can be a little hard setting up, too.
The rest of the manual is well-headlined, step-by-step information as well.
The Hunting phase also feels really well balanced between known variables and procedural elements.
Should I buy Monster Hunter World: The Board Game Wildspire Waste?
Ratings
Category
Notes
Score
Game mechanics
Well balanced, thematic but complex.
4 / 5
Accessibility
Colourblind may struggle.
3 / 5
Replayability
Every campaign is different.
5 / 5
Setup and pack-down
Complex and lengthy but with instructions.
Component quality
Slight wear, but great minis.
You’re big on monster miniaturesThese minis are stunning, and have a lot of value on their own.
Paint them up and reuse them in other games, and the game will pay for itself.
This is not a gateway board game.
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