Does Sunbreak change the base game?

Sunbreak takes place after the events of the base game. The rampage has been stopped and you have saved Kamura village. However the threat isn't completely over; Hunters are having trouble in the western world with strange anomalies that are causing monsters to act more erratically.

What does Sunbreak add to base game?

Monster Hunter Rise: Sunbreak is an expansion to the original Monster Hunter Rise. Featuring improved gameplay and nimble-feeling additions to combat mechanics, unique new monsters and hunting locales, and a new difficulty level in the form of Master Rank quests.

Is Monster Hunter Rise: Sunbreak a separate game?

Note: Monster Hunter Rise and Monster Hunter Rise: Sunbreak are both available separately. Please take care to avoid duplicate purchases.

Does Sunbreak require base game?

Monster Hunter Rise: Sunbreak on Steam. CAPCOM Co., Ltd. CAPCOM Co., Ltd. This content requires the base game MONSTER HUNTER RISE on Steam in order to play.

Is Sunbreak bigger than base game?

It'll be around 13GB in size, which is larger than the base game on the Nintendo Switch (10.5 GB according to My Nintendo Store).

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What is the difference between Monster Hunter Rise: Sunbreak and normal?

Though Sunbreak is technically an expansion for Rise, it's more like a completely new game, with tons of new monsters to hunt, weapons to craft, and locales to explore. Like Monster Hunter World: Iceborne before it, Sunbreak introduces Master Rank quests which will push even seasoned hunters to their limit.

Is Monster Hunter Rise and Sunbreak two different games?

Monster Hunter Rise: Sunbreak is an expansion for last year's Monster Hunter Rise, and adds a host of new content to keep players busy.

Do I need to beat Monster Hunter Rise before Sunbreak?

Specifically, players must beat Thunder Serpent Narwa in a 7-star Gathering Hub Quest titled "Serpent Goddess of Thunder." This means players will need to complete all the Key Low-rank and High-rank quests to unlock the Narwa battle. Beating Narwa is the only prerequisite for starting up the Sunbreak expansion.

Should I buy Sunbreak before beating rise?

Sunbreak is useless to you until you hit HR7 in the base game anyway, outside of the layered armor. After you beat the story's main antagonist you'll then have access to the expansion content.

Do I need to finish Monster Hunter Rise before Sunbreak?

Getting into Sunbreak is simple, albeit time consuming. In order to unlock the new expansion content, you need to complete the Serpent Goddess of Thunder Urgent Quest, which comes at the end of High Rank 7. In this quest, you'll take down Narwa in a special boss fight at the Coral Palace.

How many hours is Sunbreak?

In what some have labelled DLC, an expansion, or even a cash grab, Sunbreak offers more than 30 hours' worth of gameplay featuring new mechanics, greater challenges, and a bevy of new locales and monsters.

Do you have to buy Sunbreak separately?

This content requires a game (sold separately). Game requires Xbox Game Pass Ultimate or Xbox Live Gold to play on console (subscription sold separately).

What level should I start Sunbreak?

Starting the Monster Hunter Rise Sunbreak DLC expansion is straightforward - all you need to do is get to Hunter Rank (HR) 7 and beat Thunder Serpent Narwa. You do this by working your way through the Gathering Hub quests.

What rank does Sunbreak start?

In order to access the content for Monster Hunter Rise: Sunbreak, you'll need to be Hunter Rank 7 and have completed the Seven Star Urgent Quest: Serpent Goddess of Thunder that's part of the Gathering Hub Key Quests.

When should I start Sunbreak DLC?

Before starting the Sunbreak expansion, you will need to have completed most of the main story in Monster Hunter Rise. You will need to have completed the 7-star Hub Quest "Serpent Goddess of Thunder." There are a couple of quests that have story beats after that, but those don't need to be complete to access Sunbreak.

Which is better Iceborne or Sunbreak?

Arguably better than Iceborne. A nicer roster, fun gameplay and an interestring story make Sunbreak a nice competitor to Iceborne imo, but sadly it looks like it'll be another gem given a bad wrap because some fools broke their game with mods and blame it on the devs. hard disagree on it beeing better than iceborne.

How many monsters does Sunbreak add?

Monster Hunter Rise: Sunbreak includes seven returning monsters, six monster subspecies, and four brand new monsters for a grand total of 17 creatures.

Can you buy rise and Sunbreak together?

Massive Expansion

The Monster Hunter Rise + Sunbreak Set includes a copy of both Monster Hunter Rise and Monster Hunter Rise: Sunbreak, and will be available for purchase starting June 30.

How do I activate Sunbreak DLC?

In order to unlock the Sunbreak DLC in Monster Hunter Rise, players will need to finish the main story of Monster Hunter Rise and get the Gathering Hub quests finished up to and including 7-star quests. The goal is to hunt and defeat Thunder Serpent Narwa. Once she is defeated, Sunbreak will unlock.

How long does it take to 100% Monster Hunter Rise?

When focusing on the main objectives, Monster Hunter Rise is about 21½ Hours in length. If you're a gamer that strives to see all aspects of the game, you are likely to spend around 155 Hours to obtain 100% completion.

What is the highest level in Monster Hunter Rise: Sunbreak?

The exact cap isn't known - but with High Rank having a cap of HR 999, as per previous Monster Hunter games, it's likely the same here. Levelling up from unlocking the cap after MR 6 works the same way as HR. Complete MR quests to rank up and unlock new Urgent Quests at every milestone rank.

How much will Sunbreak add?

MH Rise: Sunbreak was released on June 30, 2022 for both the Nintendo Switch and PC. Sunbreak is a paid, massive expansion that costs $39.99.

Is Sunbreak worth 40 dollars?

Featuring an all-new story, never-before-seen monsters, and the ultra-tough Master Rank, Sunbreak gives Monster Hunter fans more than enough challenge to test their skills. After countless felled monsters, I can definitely say that the $40 price tag is worth it.