Summary
In order forMonster Hunter World 2to be as good as the first game, it will need some of the series' best monsters to return. Thankfully, due to the first game’s expansive cast, that should be no issue for a sequel. If anything, aMonster Hunter Worldsequel needs to avoid leaving out monsters with great potential, as there are several monsters that debuted inMonster Hunter Worldthat are well suited for another run in the next game.
As its name implies, theMonster Hunterseries survives off of its monster variety. Each monster fights differently and requires a different approach, and they let the player create different gear sets to boot. The firstMonster Hunter Worldbenefited greatly from its huge monster selection, and in order forMonster Hunter 2to impress, it should do the same. After all, with more monsters to research and hunt, such a game would surely have hours of additional content for fans to enjoy.
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5- Anjanath
The Anjanath made an immediate impression with its debut inMonster Hunter World. This massive fire-breathing dinosaur’s early appearance alerted players to the kind of challenges that the game had in store. It has a memorably terrifying presence that could rival even the series' iconic Diablos. The Anjanath already feels like a series mainstay, andMonster Hunter World 2could use its return to add some extra danger to its campaign.
4- Kulu-Ya-Ku
While the silly Kulu-Ya-Ku’s presence would be great for acozyMonster Huntergame,Monster Hunter World 2shouldn’t pass it up either. A capable combatant on its own, by digging up a rock, it can completely change its moveset for an offensive and defensive boost. Whenever a rock comes out, the player will need to change tactics on the fly to deal with it, or suffer the consequences. The feathery wyvern is full of character, and well worth another look in the next game.
3- Paolumu
Monster Hunter World’s Paolumu is a strange creature that almost defies description. A giant, furry bat that inflates like a balloon, fighting it is an unusual spectacle compared to many ofMonster Hunter World’s dangerous quests. Even the equipment made from its parts looks more like a fluffy suit than armor. The Paolumu practically warrants a return appearance, because there’s truly no other monster in the series like it.
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2- Radobaan
The Radobaan’s spiky carapace makes it a scary sight, and its combat ability matches. Its signature move is to curl up in a ball and launch itself like a cannonball. Being the base of one of a tough-looking set of hard spiked armor is just a bonus. A giant, spiked beast that fights like a monstrousSonic the Hedgehogfeels very worthy of a return inMonster Hunter World 2. The Radobaan and itsamazingMonster Hunter Worldarmor setshould have no issue following up on its impressive debut in a sequel.
1- Tobi-Kadachi
A combination of snake, ferret, and flying squirrel, the Tobi-Kadachi is a fearsome foe inMonster Hunter: World. It’s highly mobile, attacks quickly, and has an electrically-charged slam attack that can decimate a player’s health. Even skilled players can lose to it quickly if they let their guard down during a hunt. Out of all the monsters that debuted inMonster Hunter World, the Tobi-Kadachi offers one of the most frenetic fights, making it a very worthy returnee option.
A sequel toMonster Hunter World, would be fantastic, and much like howMonster Hunter World 2needs past weapons, it will also need quality monsters.Monster Hunter Worldalone introduced several that should certainly be in a sequel, if not become recurring monsters for the series outright.Monster Hunter Worldwas a great step forward for the series, andMonster Hunter World 2can maintain the momentum with fantastic monsters from the past.
Monster Hunter Worldis available now for PC, PlayStation 4, and Xbox One.
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