Monster Hunter Collaborations Overview

Introduction

• Monster Hunter features numerous quirky collaborations.
• Collaborations range from popular Japanese media to food brands.
• Many collaborations are exclusive to Japanese releases, surprising for fans.
• The lecture covers collaborations from the first game (2004) to current titles.
• Focus on collaborations inside Monster Hunter games, not outside games.

Early Collaborations

2004: First Collaboration

• First collaboration was with GMR gaming magazine.
• Featured GMR branding on a greatsword.

2006-2008: Rise of Collaborations

• Monster Hunter DOS (2006): Collaborated with Famitsu magazine for clothing items.
• Monster Hunter Portable Second (2007): Introduced Shonen Jump collaboration with armor set and weapons.
• Monster Hunter Portable 3rd (2010): Notable collaboration with Shonen Jump and Metal Gear Solid Peace Walker.

Major Collaborations over the Years

Significant Collaborations by Year

• 2007: Pizza Hut Longsword in Monster Hunter Frontier.
• 2009: Introduced event quests in Monster Hunter 3, including Tasaiga from Inuyasha.
• 2010: Dead Rising collaboration with themed items like dual sword knife gloves.
• 2013: Hatsune Miku collaboration with unique weapons and outfits.
• Neon Genesis Evangelion: Major collaboration featuring iconic outfits and monsters.

Other Notable Collaborations

• Monster Hunter 4: Collaborated with One Piece, Fire Emblem, and more.
• Monster Hunter World: Collaborations with Horizon Zero Dawn and Final Fantasy XIV included unique gameplay elements and enemies.
• Monster Hunter Rise: Collaborations with Sonic the Hedgehog and Mega Man introduced Palamute skins.

Unique Themes in Collaborations

• Collaborations often reflect current trends in anime, gaming, and pop culture.
• Many collaborations include special items, outfits, and unique gameplay mechanics.
• Themed weapons often feature unique designs or references to the source material.

Conclusion

• Monster Hunter's collaborations are a unique blend of gameplay and cultural crossover.
• The series is known for its creativity and silliness in collaborations.
• Future collaborations in Monster Hunter Rise are yet to be seen.
• Overall, the collaborations enrich the game experience and reflect the cultural zeitgeist.