Monster Hunter Portable 3rd

Monster Hunter Portable 3rd Discussion



Monster Hunter Portable 3rd (モンスターハンターポータブル3rd) is the title of the newest Monster Hunter game on the PSP. It's a new game so you won't be able to import your savegame from old games onto it.


 * It was released in Japan on December 1st, 2010.
 * Fans speculate the English version of the game will likely be released 8 months after the Japanese version, i.e. in August 2011, Capcom has not yet issued a statement on an English release.
 * There will be new subspecies for monsters from MH3.

Limited Edition PSP
A limited edition PSP, dubbed the "Hunters PSP", was announced at TGS 2010 and was released on December 1st, 2010.

Price: ¥19800 (~$240 US).

Colour: Black+Golden.

Model: PSP-3000 MHB Full set includes: PSP-3000 MHB, Battery pack 3.6v 2200mAH, AC Adapter (does not include the actual game).

It is confirmed, that Sony/Capcom will not release the PSP in America or Europe [PROOF: http://www.eurogamer.net/articles/2010-09-17-redesigned-monster-hunter-psp-not-for-eu ]

Special Features
 * MHP3rd Custom Theme (also on sale for ¥100 on the Japanese PSN store).
 * Specially redesigned analog stick with a concave center.
 * Larger battery pack (3.6v 2200mAH) allows longer gaming time.
 * Thicker battery cover/rear grips for easier and more comfortable holding.
 * Jinouga-head symbol on both rear grips.
 * Yukumo Village symbol under the face buttons.
 * Front speakers feature a Felyne paw design.

Other

 * There is less content than Monster Hunter Freedom Unite, but more quests than MHF2.
 * There is high emphasis on graphics and sound quality.
 * There is a temporary pouch which will store up to eight items. This pouch will be made empty when you start a new quest.
 * There is no data transfer, but you ARE able to unlock bonuses by loading a MHFU/MHP2G save file.
 * Players are able to name their characters in Hiragana, Katakana and Kanji, which previous games did not allow.
 * Improved communication system in multiplayer (unspecified; probably Voice Chat as there is some suspicious Icon in the demo).
 * 4 player ad-hoc Multiplayer is confirmed.
 * Currently, there is no infrastructure for online multiplayer. Current information about infrastructure only pertains to downloaded quests. Any information stating otherwise (other than Capcom) is just hearsay or unconfirmed rumors.
 * According to this Kotaku japanese blog, there will be infrastructure for "web play", this is either incorrect or a case of "lost in translation".
 * The game is sold at a price of 5800 Yen. (About 70 US dollars, and 40 EU euro's)
 * There was a playable demo of MHP3 at the Tokyo Game Show (Sept.16 for Press, Sept.18 for public) with 3 quests.
 * Easy Difficulty: Royal Ludroth in the Deserted Island.
 * Average Difficulty: Aoashira and Jinouga in the Mountain Stream (Aoashira must be defeated before Jinouga will appear).
 * Hard Difficulty: Black Tigrex in the Volcano(3rd).
 * The TGS demo also featured 2 "Felyne Comrades" for solo play, and a choice between all 12 available weapons.
 * A public demo became available in October as a download from the Japanese PSN, although it requires a product code only MonHan Club (モンハン部) members will have access to. It features Royal Ludroth in the Deserted Island and Barroth Subspecies in the Tundra. http://www.capcom.co.jp/monsterhunter/P3rd/trial.html
 * There is also "Drink" and "Hot Spring" Quests received from a Felyne. Fulfilling those Quests will expand the variety of drinks you can take in the Hot Spring / expand the Hot Spring.
 * Hirokazu Hamamura, CEO of Famitsu Publisher Enterbrain, estimated the count of sold copies to be above 5.000.000 which would make the game more popular than Monster Hunter Portable 2nd G.
 * According to an interview of GAME ONE, this game MIGHT see a western release in July 2011. [French, Source]
 * A special event is being held from 15.11.10 till 19.12.10 to celebrate the release of MHP3rd. One will be able to win goodies there.
 * Capcom has released a little flash game to show how the village works and where everything is in the village.
 * There is a new feature within the game. The feature is a WARNING sign that appears on your screen when a new monster enters the field. Killing it is optional, but when you do kill it you can get more rewards.
 * New ways to change guild card, although much like the old guild card from MHFU, it now shows you and your featured cats on the card with changeable background images.
 * Equipment sets can now be registered with gems and clothes, and can be set to be equipped when doing specific quests.

Sales in japan
In the first week, Monster Hunter Portable 3rd has sold 200 million copies.

Nyan Jirou



 * Nyan Jirou is a black Felyne (not a Melynx) with a red eyepatch, a blue cape, and a small barrel.
 * This is a new system for the quests at any location.
 * Nyan Jirou can transport your items back home during a quest.
 * There is a path to the village beside Nyan Jirou; this passage is for him to bring your items back to the village.



Metal Gear Solid: Peace Walker Collaboration
Monster Hunter Portable 3rd will also include some game items from Metal Gear Solid: Peace Walker as a collaboration with Kojima Productions. Some features include:
 * "MHP3rd x MGS PW" has been comfirmed by Konami Japan.
 * There will be special quest downloads. By clearing the special quest, you will be able to get rewards to create Metal Gear Solid related equipment.
 * Your Felyne Comrade will also have MGS-based equipment - Bandana, Sneaking Suit, and a Combat Knife.
 * Male hunters will have the Naked Snake equipment and female hunters will have the The Boss equipment.
 * If your player wears one of the above mentioned costumes and grills a steak, the well known "じょうずにやけました！" (Jouzu Ni Yakemashita!, Skillfully grilled!; means "Mmm, so tasty!") will be shouted out in Naked Snake or The Boss' voice.
 * If you're ducking, your Felyne Comrade will hide under a cardbox, just like you're able to in Metal Gear Solid.

Secret Society Eagle Talon Collaboration
Secret Society Eagle Talon (秘密結社 鷹の爪) is a popular Japanese Flash animation created by Ryo Ono. The show is played on various internet video sites like DLE (Dream Link Entertainment). On September 16, 2010 at the Tokyo Games Show, it was announced to have a collaboration with Monster Hunter Portable 3rd. It will serve as a promotion for the game, much like MH Diary: Giri Giri Airu Village. At the same time, it will also reveal certain gameplay aspects.

Videos can be watched here: http://www.capcom.co.jp/monsterhunter/P3rd/mhp3rd_x_taka.html

Other Collaborations
Capcom has made many other collaborations out there in japan that sadly won't be coming to America. Capcom has made collaborations such as Monster Hunter type foods, to Monster Hunter T-shirts, to even Monster Hunter rallies and Monster Hunter energy drinks. New Monster Hunter keychains too! You can get these keychains and T-shirts from This website.

Information extracted from the Demo
Based on the data Capcom left in the trial, a list of the amount of equipment and other content that will be available in the full version of the game was made. Data is not binding and may change in full game.
 * 678 Melee Weapons (MHF2: 592; MHFU: 1149)
 * 213 Distance Weapons (MHF2: 167; MHFU: 353)
 * 1128 Armor Pieces (MHF2: 1498; MHFU: 2091)
 * 978 Items (MHF2: 959; MHFU: 1260)

Links
Official Website: http://www.capcom.co.jp/monsterhunter/P3rd/

Monster Hunter Freedom 3 Wiki: http://www.mhf3.com/

Confirmation of production: http://uk.psp.ign.com/articles/957/957033p1.html

Famitsu (Japanese): http://www.famitsu.com/game/news/1233034_1124.html

Full Famitsu Interview (JP): http://www.famitsu.com/game/news/1232451_1124.html

Screenshots
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Videos
Opening Cinematic: http://www.youtube.com/watch?v=47DKoSDeOUQ

Ice Barroth Demo Gameplay: http://www.youtube.com/watch?v=ZFu3JzXD_3c&feature=related

Royal Ludroth Demo Gameplay: http://www.youtube.com/watch?v=G1Qw4QPyypM&feature=mfu_in_order&playnext=1&videos=g7icfKw_oFY

Warning System Gameplay: http://www.youtube.com/watch?v=0d8jK_MyAsE

Official website videos page: http://www.capcom.co.jp/monsterhunter/P3rd/movie1.html

Opening
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Weapon Videos
Great Sword: http://www.youtube.com/watch?v=1kDhLrq6ohY

Bow: http://www.youtube.com/watch?v=o9lxdBNZYjA

Sword and Shield: http://www.youtube.com/watch?v=fKZGl0UciMw

Long Sword: http://www.youtube.com/watch?v=J3F-TeTvXKY

Lance: http://www.youtube.com/watch?v=u9VbV5pYOhY

Dual Swords: http://www.youtube.com/watch?v=tlbBQEXQpd8

Switch Axe: http://www.youtube.com/watch?v=f6aPFazzmco

Hammer: http://www.youtube.com/watch?v=N9z7YF70SBM

Gun Lance: http://www.youtube.com/watch?v=UEFLh0Usw8k

Heavy Bowgun: http://www.youtube.com/watch?v=WiLy7mYSaos

Hunting Horn: http://www.youtube.com/watch?v=5YXaPpZwABo

Light Bowgun: http://www.youtube.com/watch?v=lIzoBxPku4U