The latest update to theXbox Game Passsubscription service has added one of 2021’s best games to the lineup in the form ofMonster Hunter Rise. Even thoughMonster Hunter Riseoriginally launched in 2021, it’s making its Xbox debut as anXbox Game Passtitle, so it could technically be considered a day one release for the service.
Monster Hunter Riseoriginally launched in 2021 as a Nintendo Switch exclusive release. Maintaining the classicMonster Huntergameplay while adding well-received new gameplay features,Monster Hunter Riseearned critical acclaimand ended 2021 as one of the year’s top-rated new releases. Capcom eventually broughtMonster Hunter Riseto PC in early 2022, but the game is just now making its debut on PlayStation and Xbox consoles.
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Anyone with an Xbox Game Pass subscription can now playMonster Hunter Riseon Xbox One and Xbox Series X. Thisnew version ofMonster Hunter Risecomes with major performance enhancements over the original release, which should make it the definitive way to experience the game. Only the base game ofMonster Hunter Riseis available right now, but the popularSunbreakexpansion is expected to arrive on PlayStation and Xbox at some point later this year. While details have yet to be confirmed, it’s unlikely thatSunbreakwill be a part of theMonster Hunter RiseXbox Game Pass deal, so fans will likely have to pay for it if they want to access the new content.
Monster Hunter Riseis joining Xbox Game Passjust one day after the service added bothPersona 3 PortableandPersona 4 Golden. LikeMonster Hunter Rise,Persona 3 PortableandPersona 4 Goldentechnically released for other platforms a long time ago, but they made their Xbox debuts as day one Game Pass games. The three games have ensured that January 2023 is a big month for Xbox Game Pass, but there should be even more to look forward to these next couple of weeks.
