MONSTER HUNTER RISE vs Monster Hunter Stories 2: Wings of Ruin
Which one is worth buying now, with today's prices and each game's recommendation.
MONSTER HUNTER RISE wins 12 of 13 head-to-head metrics. MONSTER HUNTER RISE is $5.10 cheaper.
Metric by metric
The winner of each row gets a ✓. No row weighs more than another; the recommendation is calculated separately.
| Metric | MONSTER HUNTER RISE | Monster Hunter Stories 2: Wings of Ruin |
|---|---|---|
| GameValio scoreRecommendation: Worth It × Worth It | 82 | 71 |
| Quality | 85 | 82 |
| Value | 99 | 77 |
| Popularity | 43 | 33 |
| Current Best Price (USD) | $3.40 | $8.50 |
| Steam Review Score | 84.5% positive | 82.2% positive |
| Average Concurrent Players (14 days) | 9.5K | 153 |
Where to buy
The 3 cheapest stores for each game
MONSTER HUNTER RISE
Green Man Gaming Cheapest Authorized reseller$3.40−91%Buy 
GAMIVO Key marketplace$4.09−90%Buy 
Kinguin Key marketplace$4.84−88%Buy Monster Hunter Stories 2: Wings of Ruin
Green Man Gaming Cheapest Authorized reseller$8.50−79%Buy Kinguin Key marketplace$8.52−79%Buy 
Steam Official store$9.99−75%Buy Side by side over time
MONSTER HUNTER RISEMonster Hunter Stories 2: Wings of Ruin
Details and requirements
| Item | MONSTER HUNTER RISE | Monster Hunter Stories 2: Wings of Ruin |
|---|---|---|
| Release date | January 12, 2022 | July 8, 2021 |
| Developers | CAPCOM Co., Ltd. | CAPCOM Co., Ltd. |
| Publishers | CAPCOM Co., Ltd. | CAPCOM Co., Ltd. |
| Platforms | Windows | Windows |
| OS (minimum) | Windows 10 (64-bit) / Windows 11 | Windows® 10 (64-BIT Required)/Windows® 11 |
| Processor (minimum) | Intel Core i5-4460 / AMD FX-8300 | Intel® Core™ i5-4460 3.20 GHz or AMD FX-8300™ or better |
| Memory (minimum) | 8 GB RAM | 8 GB RAM |
| Graphics (minimum) | NVIDIA GeForce GTX 1060 (VRAM 3GB) / AMD Radeon RX 570 (VRAM 4GB) | NVIDIA®GeForce® GTX 960 / 2GB VRAM or AMD Radeon RX 560 / 2GB VRAM |
| DirectX (minimum) | Version 12 | Version 11 |
| Network (minimum) | Broadband Internet connection | Broadband Internet connection |
Frequently asked questions
Which is better: MONSTER HUNTER RISE or Monster Hunter Stories 2: Wings of Ruin?
MONSTER HUNTER RISE won the comparison against Monster Hunter Stories 2: Wings of Ruin 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 MONSTER HUNTER RISE worth buying over Monster Hunter Stories 2: Wings of Ruin?
Based on the metrics, MONSTER HUNTER RISE 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 RISE currently scores better on value relative to its quality and price.
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Analysis updated: Oct 24, 2026, 03:54 PM UTC