Dragon's Dogma: Dark Arisen vs Monster Hunter Stories
Which one is worth buying now, with today's prices and each game's recommendation.
Dragon's Dogma: Dark Arisen wins 11 of 15 head-to-head metrics. Dragon's Dogma: Dark Arisen is R$11.30 cheaper.
Metric by metric
The winner of each row gets a ✓. No row weighs more than another; the recommendation is calculated separately.
| Metric | Dragon's Dogma: Dark Arisen | Monster Hunter Stories |
|---|---|---|
| GameValio scoreRecommendation: Worth It × Maybe | 71 | 62 |
| Quality | 86 | 73 |
| Value | 76 | 78 |
| Popularity | 37 | 26 |
| Current Best Price (BRL) | R$ 24.88 | R$ 36.18 |
| Steam Review Score | 88.5% positive | 90.6% positive |
| Average Concurrent Players (14 days) | 583 | 110 |
Where to buy
The 3 cheapest stores for each game
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Details and requirements
| Item | Dragon's Dogma: Dark Arisen | Monster Hunter Stories |
|---|---|---|
| Release date | January 15, 2016 | June 13, 2024 |
| Developers | Capcom | CAPCOM Co., Ltd. |
| Publishers | Capcom | CAPCOM Co., Ltd. |
| Platforms | Windows | Windows |
| OS (minimum) | Windows 7/8/10 | WINDOWS® 10,11 (64-BIT Required) |
| Processor (minimum) | Intel Core i7-4770K or equivalent | Intel® Core™ i5-4460 3.20 GHz or AMD FX™-8300 |
| Memory (minimum) | 8 GB RAM | 8 GB RAM |
| Graphics (minimum) | NVIDIA GeForce GTX 760 or equivalent | NVIDIA®GeForce® GTX 960 or AMD Radeon RX 560 |
| DirectX (minimum) | Version 9.0c | Version 11 |
| Network (minimum) | Broadband Internet connection | Broadband Internet connection |
Frequently asked questions
Which is better: Dragon's Dogma: Dark Arisen or Monster Hunter Stories?
Dragon's Dogma: Dark Arisen won the comparison against Monster Hunter Stories based on the head-to-head metric breakdown. Check the metrics table above for a full side-by-side analysis.
How is the comparison calculated?
The comparison winner is determined objectively by counting which game wins more individual metrics in the head-to-head table. No weighting is applied. The GameValio Recommendation shown separately is our own suggestion for each game, based on a weighted score that combines quality (reviews), popularity (player counts), and affordability (price vs value) into a score out of 100. These are two different things: the comparison is objective, the recommendation is GameValio's opinion.
Is Dragon's Dogma: Dark Arisen worth buying over Monster Hunter Stories?
Based on the metrics, Dragon's Dogma: Dark Arisen won the direct comparison. However, also check the GameValio Recommendation for each game and the price comparison table to make the most informed purchase decision.
Which game has better player reviews?
Review score trends and volume over time are shown in the charts section above. The game with consistently higher positive ratios has stronger community reception.
Which game offers better value for money?
The affordability score and price comparison table above highlight the best deals. Monster Hunter Stories currently scores better on value relative to its quality and price.
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Analysis updated: Oct 24, 2026, 05:14 PM UTC