Monster Hunter Stories vs Monster Hunter Stories 3: Twisted Reflection
Which one is worth buying now, with today's prices and each game's recommendation.
Green Man GamingLowestMonster Hunter Stories 3: Twisted Reflection wins 9 of 14 head-to-head metrics. Monster Hunter Stories is R$141.73 cheaper.
Metric by metric
The winner of each row gets a ✓. No row weighs more than another; the recommendation is calculated separately.
| Metric | Monster Hunter Stories | Monster Hunter Stories 3: Twisted Reflection |
|---|---|---|
| GameValio scoreRecommendation: Maybe × Worth It | 62 | 72 |
| Quality | 73 | 81 |
| Value | 78 | 85 |
| Popularity | 26 | 31 |
| Current Best Price (BRL) | R$ 36.18 | R$ 177.91 |
| Steam Review Score | 90.6% positive | 77.4% positive |
| Average Concurrent Players (14 days) | 110 | 414 |
Where to buy
The 3 cheapest stores for each game
Monster Hunter Stories
Green Man Gaming Cheapest Authorized resellerR$36.18−72%Buy 
Kinguin Key marketplaceR$36.33−72%Buy 
GamersGate Authorized resellerR$129.00Buy Monster Hunter Stories 3: Twisted Reflection
Green Man Gaming Cheapest Authorized resellerR$177.91−40%Buy Kinguin Key marketplaceR$189.72−37%Buy 
Steam Official storeR$209.30−30%Buy Side by side over time
Monster Hunter StoriesMonster Hunter Stories 3: Twisted Reflection
Details and requirements
| Item | Monster Hunter Stories | Monster Hunter Stories 3: Twisted Reflection |
|---|---|---|
| Release date | June 13, 2024 | March 12, 2026 |
| Developers | CAPCOM Co., Ltd. | CAPCOM Co., Ltd. |
| Publishers | CAPCOM Co., Ltd. | CAPCOM Co., Ltd. |
| Platforms | Windows | Windows |
| OS (minimum) | WINDOWS® 10,11 (64-BIT Required) | Windows®11 (64-bit Required) |
| Processor (minimum) | Intel® Core™ i5-4460 3.20 GHz or AMD FX™-8300 | Intel® Core™ i5-10400 or AMD Ryzen™ 5 3600 |
| Memory (minimum) | 8 GB RAM | 16 GB RAM |
| Graphics (minimum) | NVIDIA®GeForce® GTX 960 or AMD Radeon RX 560 | NVIDIA GeForce RTX 2060 Super(VRAM 8GB) or AMD Radeon RX 5700 XT(VRAM 8GB) |
| DirectX (minimum) | Version 11 | Version 12 |
| Network (minimum) | Broadband Internet connection | Broadband Internet connection |
Frequently asked questions
Which is better: Monster Hunter Stories or Monster Hunter Stories 3: Twisted Reflection?
Monster Hunter Stories 3: Twisted Reflection 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 Monster Hunter Stories worth buying over Monster Hunter Stories 3: Twisted Reflection?
Based on the metrics, Monster Hunter Stories 3: Twisted Reflection 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 3: Twisted Reflection currently scores better on value relative to its quality and price.
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Analysis updated: Oct 24, 2026, 01:47 PM UTC