Monster Hunter Board Game: Ultimate Buying Guide and Expansions

The Monster Hunter franchise is renowned for its compelling gameplay, where players engage in epic battles against colossal monsters, earning valuable loot to upgrade their gear and take on even more formidable creatures. This addictive loop has been successfully adapted into the tabletop world with Monster Hunter World: The Board Game. Just like the video game series, the board game offers various expansions and sets, each providing a unique experience. Here's a guide to help you navigate through the offerings and find the perfect fit for your gaming table.

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### Monster Hunter World: The Board Game: Ancient Forest

0See it at Amazon### Monster Hunter World: The Board Game - Wildspire Waste

0See it at Amazon### Monster Hunter World The Board Game: Hunter's Arsenal Expansion

0See it at Amazon### Monster Hunter World: The Board Game - Nergigante Expansion

0See it at Steamforged Games### Monster Hunter World The Board Game: Kushala Daora Expansion

0See it at Amazon### Monster Hunter World: The Board Game - Teostra Expansion

0See it at Steamforged Games### Monster Hunter World - Kulu-Ya-Ku

0See it at Gamefound### Monster Hunter World Iceborne: The Board Game

0See it at GamefoundIf you prefer a quick overview, you can scroll through the items listed in this article. For a more detailed insight into what each box offers, continue reading.

Core Boxes

Each core box for Monster Hunter World: The Board Game is a standalone experience, featuring four hunters and four monsters. These boxes can be combined, allowing for a mix of characters and monsters from different sets. While most components are specific to each set, there's some overlap, and each box includes extra cards for combined play.

Starting with a single core box is advisable. As you delve deeper into the game, consider adding smaller expansions before investing in a second core set, if your enthusiasm for the series grows.

The quality remains consistent across core sets, with the same engaging rules and high production values, including towering monster miniatures. The choice between sets often comes down to aesthetics or nostalgia from the video game series.

Monster Hunter World: The Board Game - Ancient Forest

### Monster Hunter World: The Board Game: Ancient Forest

0See it at AmazonSet in a lush, primeval forest, this box features monsters inspired by dinosaurs and tropical animals, such as the lizard-like Great Jagras, the furred Tobi-Kadachi, the tyrannosaur Anjanath, and the dragon Rathalos. Hunters equipped with Great Sword, Sword and Shield, Dual Blades, and Bow are ready to take them down.

Monster Hunter World: The Board Game - Wildspire Waste

### Monster Hunter World: The Board Game - Wildspire Waste

0See it at AmazonThis set transports players to a rugged badlands environment, with monsters like the armored Barroth, swamp-fish Jyuratodus, bird-like Pukei-Pukei, and the subterranean Diablos. Hunters here wield unique weapons such as the Charge Blade, Switch Axe, Heavy Bowgun, and Insect Glaive.

Retail Expansions

Expansions initially offered during the Kickstarter campaign are generally available at retail, though some, like Nergigante and Teostra, are harder to find. Nergigante is scarce, while Teostra is exclusive to Steamforged Games' website.

Nergigante, Kushala Daora, and Teostra introduce Elder Dragons, increasing the challenge with a five-star difficulty level and larger miniatures. These expansions enhance your campaign but are pricey and may require specific core boxes for full compatibility.

Monster Hunter World The Board Game: Hunter's Arsenal Expansion

### Monster Hunter World The Board Game: Hunter's Arsenal Expansion

0See it at AmazonThis expansion adds six new hunters, each named after their weapon, from the traditional Light Bowgun and Long Sword to the unique Gunlance, Hammer, Lance, and Hunting Horn. It offers significant variety, but full utilization requires both core sets.

Monster Hunter World: The Board Game - Nergigante Expansion

### Monster Hunter World: The Board Game - Nergigante Expansion

0See it at Steamforged GamesThe Nergigante Expansion introduces a spiny dragon that grows spikes when damaged, allowing for crafting additional weapons for all available characters, including those from the core sets and Hunter’s Arsenal.

Monster Hunter World The Board Game: Kushala Daora Expansion

### Monster Hunter World The Board Game: Kushala Daora Expansion

0See it at AmazonKushala Daora is a wind dragon with the largest miniature in the range, challenging hunters with powerful storms and tornado blasts.

Monster Hunter World: The Board Game - Teostra Expansion

### Monster Hunter World: The Board Game - Teostra Expansion

0(SFG Exclusive)See it at Steamforged GamesTeostra, the classic fire dragon, unleashes ranged fire attacks, making it a formidable foe in its lair.

Exclusive Expansion

Originally exclusive to the Kickstarter campaign, the Kulu-Ya-Ku Expansion can now be obtained through the Iceborne campaign on Gamefound.

Monster Hunter World - Kulu-Ya-Ku Expansion

### Monster Hunter World - Kulu-Ya-Ku

0See it at GamefoundThis expansion introduces a creature that uses tools, adding unpredictability to the game. Its design, resembling an ornithomimosaur, fits well in the Ancient Forest but is compatible with both core boxes.

Upcoming Content

Monster Hunter World Iceborne: The Board Game

### Monster Hunter World Iceborne: The Board Game

0See it at GamefoundFollowing the success of the initial lineup, Steamforged Games launched a Kickstarter for Monster Hunter World: Iceborne. While maintaining core mechanics, it introduces new concepts and is partially compatible with the original boxes. The Iceborne core box, Hoarfrost Reach, includes four new monsters and hunters, with additional Elder Dragons and a Hunter’s Arsenal expansion. Three monster expansions, Absolute Power, Seething Anger, and Overpowering Hunger, each add four new monsters. Though the campaign has ended, you can still order items via Gamefound until the game ships.