Monster Hunter Board Game: Buying Guide & Expansions

The Monster Hunter franchise has become a global sensation, renowned for its engaging gameplay loop that involves battling colossal monsters to obtain loot, which players then use to craft better gear and take on even more challenging creatures. This addictive cycle is masterfully translated into the tabletop realm with Monster Hunter World: The Board Game. Much like its video game counterpart, the board game comes in various editions, each offering unique experiences. Here's a guide to help you navigate through the offerings and find the perfect fit for your gaming table.

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If you prefer to quickly browse through all the available options, you can do so right here. However, for a detailed understanding of what each box contains, continue reading.

Core Boxes

Each core box of Monster Hunter World: The Board Game is a standalone experience, featuring four hunters and four monsters. These boxes can be combined to mix and match characters and monsters from different sets, enhancing the gameplay variety. While the majority of components are unique to each set, there is some overlap, and additional cards are included for use when combining sets.

Starting with one core box is advisable. If you find yourself hooked, consider adding smaller expansions before investing in a second core set. The quality across core sets is consistent, with high production standards and the same engaging gameplay loop. The choice between sets often comes down to aesthetic preference or a connection to specific video game memories.

Monster Hunter World: The Board Game - Ancient Forest

### Monster Hunter World: The Board Game: Ancient Forest

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Set in a primeval forest, this box features lush green and brown game boards and monsters inspired by dinosaurs and tropical fauna. The lineup includes the Great Jagras, Tobi-Kadachi, Anjanath, and Rathalos, with hunters wielding Great Sword, Sword and Shield, Dual Blades, and Bow.

Monster Hunter World: The Board Game - Wildspire Waste

### Monster Hunter World: The Board Game - Wildspire Waste

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This set evokes a badlands environment with rocky outcrops, desert, and swamp. It includes Barroth, Jyuratodus, Pukei-Pukei, and Diablos, with hunters using Charge Blade, Switch Axe, Heavy Bowgun, and Insect Glaive.

Retail Expansions

Expansions available from the game's Kickstarter campaign are largely available at retail, though some are harder to find. Nergigante is particularly scarce, and Teostra is exclusive to Steamforged Games.

Nergigante, Kushala Daora, and Teostra are Elder Dragons, introducing new challenges with additional quest content and a higher difficulty level. These expansions also feature larger miniatures, enhancing the epic feel of the game.

While these expansions can significantly extend your gameplay, they are pricey and some features are specific to one core box or the other. For example, Kushala Daora's crafting options are tailored for hunters from both core sets.

Monster Hunter World The Board Game: Hunter's Arsenal Expansion

### Monster Hunter World The Board Game: Hunter's Arsenal Expansion

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This expansion adds six new hunters, each named after their weapon, including Light Bowgun, Long Sword, Gunlance, Hammer, Lance, and Hunting Horn. It provides substantial variety with new upgrade paths, though you'll need both core sets to fully utilize all the new hunters.

Monster Hunter World: The Board Game - Nergigante Expansion

### Monster Hunter World: The Board Game - Nergigante Expansion

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This expansion introduces Nergigante, a unique dragon that allows crafting additional weapons for all available characters. His spiny design adds an intriguing visual and tactical element to your games.

Monster Hunter World The Board Game: Kushala Daora Expansion

### Monster Hunter World The Board Game: Kushala Daora Expansion

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Kushala Daora, the wind dragon, challenges players with powerful storms and a massive miniature. The fight is intensified by the need to navigate through strong winds and tornadoes.

Monster Hunter World: The Board Game - Teostra Expansion

### Monster Hunter World: The Board Game - Teostra Expansion

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Teostra, the fire dragon, is a familiar adversary known for its ranged attacks with fireballs and blasts, making it a formidable opponent in its lair.

Exclusive Expansion

Originally exclusive to the Kickstarter campaign, the Kulu-Ya-Ku expansion is now available through a more recent campaign for the Iceborne boxes.

Monster Hunter World - Kulu-Ya-Ku Expansion

### Monster Hunter World - Kulu-Ya-Ku

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Kulu-Ya-Ku adds a unique monster with the ability to use tools, making it unpredictable and challenging. Its design resembles an ornithomimosaur, fitting well within the Ancient Forest setting.

Upcoming Content

Monster Hunter World Iceborne: The Board Game

### Monster Hunter World Iceborne: The Board Game

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Following the success of the original lineup, Steamforged Games launched a Kickstarter for Monster Hunter World: Iceborne. This new iteration maintains core mechanics but introduces new concepts, making it partially compatible with the original sets. The Iceborne core box, Hoarfrost Reach, features four monsters and four hunters, with expansions like Elder Dragons and a Hunter's Arsenal. Additionally, there are three monster expansions: Absolute Power, Seething Anger, and Overpowering Hunger, along with other campaign-unlocked extras. Although the Kickstarter has concluded, you can still order these items through Gamefound.