Big Preview: Monster Hunter Wilds – Exclusive access and hands-on impressions of Capcom's most ambitious entry yet

GamesAction RpgMonster Hunter WildsBig Preview: Monster Hunter Wilds – Exclusive access and hands-on impressions of Capcom’s most ambitious entry yetWhen you purchase through links on our site, we may earn an affiliate commission.Here’s how it works. GamesAction RpgMonster Hunter WildsBig Preview: Monster Hunter Wilds – Exclusive access and hands-on impressions of Capcom’s most ambitious entry yetWhen you purchase through links on our site, we may earn an affiliate commission.Here’s how it works. When you purchase through links on our site, we may earn an affiliate commission.Here’s how it works. (Image credit: Capcom) Jump to:The Big PreviewThe videoThe interviewGuides Jump to:The Big PreviewThe videoThe interviewGuides Monster Hunter Wilds might be one of the biggest releases of 2025, and we mean that in more ways than one. The landmark action RPG that has players crafting builds as they takedown massive beasties is always ambitious with each new entry, and Wilds features impressivelybigfoes,bigareas, and what’s sure to be abighour count. We’ve collectively spent thousands of hours on the hunt on the team across each entry, so we couldn’t say no to jet-setting across the sea to visit where the monster magic happens in Osaka, Japan. Key infoRelease date:February 28, 2025Developer: In-housePublisher: CapcomPlatform(s): PC, PS5, Xbox Series X Key info Release date:February 28, 2025Developer: In-housePublisher: CapcomPlatform(s): PC, PS5, Xbox Series X Release date:February 28, 2025Developer: In-housePublisher: CapcomPlatform(s): PC, PS5, Xbox Series X Keep reading to start tracking our Monster Hunter Wilds Big Preview, which is your place to get to grips the biggest and most anticipatednew games of 2024. Monster Hunter Wilds: The Big Preview (Image credit: Capcom) Cover StoryI spent 5 hours with a new build of Monster Hunter Wilds and it solved basically every problem I had after playing the beta – now this really feels like Monster Hunter World 2:Those who have been craving a new game in the series to evolve on Monster Hunter World’s ambitions need look no further: this is it. While we loved Monster Hunter Rise, this is a different beast entirely, pushing the series forward in new and exciting ways. Quite simply put, it feels thrilling to play, and Capcom have come a long way compared to previous hands-on sessions. Cover StoryI spent 5 hours with a new build of Monster Hunter Wilds and it solved basically every problem I had after playing the beta – now this really feels like Monster Hunter World 2:Those who have been craving a new game in the series to evolve on Monster Hunter World’s ambitions need look no further: this is it. While we loved Monster Hunter Rise, this is a different beast entirely, pushing the series forward in new and exciting ways. Quite simply put, it feels thrilling to play, and Capcom have come a long way compared to previous hands-on sessions. Cover StoryI spent 5 hours with a new build of Monster Hunter Wilds and it solved basically every problem I had after playing the beta – now this really feels like Monster Hunter World 2:Those who have been craving a new game in the series to evolve on Monster Hunter World’s ambitions need look no further: this is it. While we loved Monster Hunter Rise, this is a different beast entirely, pushing the series forward in new and exciting ways. Quite simply put, it feels thrilling to play, and Capcom have come a long way compared to previous hands-on sessions. Cover StoryI spent 5 hours with a new build of Monster Hunter Wilds and it solved basically every problem I had after playing the beta – now this really feels like Monster Hunter World 2:Those who have been craving a new game in the series to evolve on Monster Hunter World’s ambitions need look no further: this is it. While we loved Monster Hunter Rise, this is a different beast entirely, pushing the series forward in new and exciting ways. Quite simply put, it feels thrilling to play, and Capcom have come a long way compared to previous hands-on sessions. Cover StoryI spent 5 hours with a new build of Monster Hunter Wilds and it solved basically every problem I had after playing the beta – now this really feels like Monster Hunter World 2:Those who have been craving a new game in the series to evolve on Monster Hunter World’s ambitions need look no further: this is it. While we loved Monster Hunter Rise, this is a different beast entirely, pushing the series forward in new and exciting ways. Quite simply put, it feels thrilling to play, and Capcom have come a long way compared to previous hands-on sessions. Cover Story Cover Story Cover Story I spent 5 hours with a new build of Monster Hunter Wilds and it solved basically every problem I had after playing the beta – now this really feels like Monster Hunter World 2:Those who have been craving a new game in the series to evolve on Monster Hunter World’s ambitions need look no further: this is it. While we loved Monster Hunter Rise, this is a different beast entirely, pushing the series forward in new and exciting ways. Quite simply put, it feels thrilling to play, and Capcom have come a long way compared to previous hands-on sessions. The video VideoAfter hours with the new Monster Hunter Wilds build, we already want hundreds more:Again, we came away from our latest play session in Osaka thrilled at how well the game is coming together, making huge strides from its recent open beta, which we had a few quibbles with. Almost as if Capcom took a peek inside our secret diaries (or, I guess,just read our Monster Hunter Wilds beta preview), these have been handily addressed. Thanks to all of its new features, Monster Hunter Wilds is evenlooking like a great on-boarding point for new players too. VideoAfter hours with the new Monster Hunter Wilds build, we already want hundreds more:Again, we came away from our latest play session in Osaka thrilled at how well the game is coming together, making huge strides from its recent open beta, which we had a few quibbles with. Almost as if Capcom took a peek inside our secret diaries (or, I guess,just read our Monster Hunter Wilds beta preview), these have been handily addressed. Thanks to all of its new features, Monster Hunter Wilds is evenlooking like a great on-boarding point for new players too. VideoAfter hours with the new Monster Hunter Wilds build, we already want hundreds more:Again, we came away from our latest play session in Osaka thrilled at how well the game is coming together, making huge strides from its recent open beta, which we had a few quibbles with. Almost as if Capcom took a peek inside our secret diaries (or, I guess,just read our Monster Hunter Wilds beta preview), these have been handily addressed. Thanks to all of its new features, Monster Hunter Wilds is evenlooking like a great on-boarding point for new players too. VideoAfter hours with the new Monster Hunter Wilds build, we already want hundreds more:Again, we came away from our latest play session in Osaka thrilled at how well the game is coming together, making huge strides from its recent open beta, which we had a few quibbles with. Almost as if Capcom took a peek inside our secret diaries (or, I guess,just read our Monster Hunter Wilds beta preview), these have been handily addressed. Thanks to all of its new features, Monster Hunter Wilds is evenlooking like a great on-boarding point for new players too. VideoAfter hours with the new Monster Hunter Wilds build, we already want hundreds more:Again, we came away from our latest play session in Osaka thrilled at how well the game is coming together, making huge strides from its recent open beta, which we had a few quibbles with. Almost as if Capcom took a peek inside our secret diaries (or, I guess,just read our Monster Hunter Wilds beta preview), these have been handily addressed. Thanks to all of its new features, Monster Hunter Wilds is evenlooking like a great on-boarding point for new players too. Video Video Video After hours with the new Monster Hunter Wilds build, we already want hundreds more:Again, we came away from our latest play session in Osaka thrilled at how well the game is coming together, making huge strides from its recent open beta, which we had a few quibbles with. Almost as if Capcom took a peek inside our secret diaries (or, I guess,just read our Monster Hunter Wilds beta preview), these have been handily addressed. Thanks to all of its new features, Monster Hunter Wilds is evenlooking like a great on-boarding point for new players too. The interview (Image credit: Capcom) Weapon QueryI went all the way to Japan to ask the Monster Hunter Wilds devs what the heck they’ve done to my favorite weapon, and what do you know, they were prepared:Give lance a chance! That’s what we’ve done during our recent hands-on, where we actually weren’t allowed to play around with it. Nevertheless, we decided to pick apart one of our beloved top-tier weapons to ask about the changes. And they are coming, as the staff at Capcom’s HQ tell us. But we’ll have to wait a bit longer. Read on to learn more. Weapon QueryI went all the way to Japan to ask the Monster Hunter Wilds devs what the heck they’ve done to my favorite weapon, and what do you know, they were prepared:Give lance a chance! That’s what we’ve done during our recent hands-on, where we actually weren’t allowed to play around with it. Nevertheless, we decided to pick apart one of our beloved top-tier weapons to ask about the changes. And they are coming, as the staff at Capcom’s HQ tell us. But we’ll have to wait a bit longer. Read on to learn more. Weapon QueryI went all the way to Japan to ask the Monster Hunter Wilds devs what the heck they’ve done to my favorite weapon, and what do you know, they were prepared:Give lance a chance! That’s what we’ve done during our recent hands-on, where we actually weren’t allowed to play around with it. Nevertheless, we decided to pick apart one of our beloved top-tier weapons to ask about the changes. And they are coming, as the staff at Capcom’s HQ tell us. But we’ll have to wait a bit longer. Read on to learn more. Weapon QueryI went all the way to Japan to ask the Monster Hunter Wilds devs what the heck they’ve done to my favorite weapon, and what do you know, they were prepared:Give lance a chance! That’s what we’ve done during our recent hands-on, where we actually weren’t allowed to play around with it. Nevertheless, we decided to pick apart one of our beloved top-tier weapons to ask about the changes. And they are coming, as the staff at Capcom’s HQ tell us. But we’ll have to wait a bit longer. Read on to learn more. Weapon QueryI went all the way to Japan to ask the Monster Hunter Wilds devs what the heck they’ve done to my favorite weapon, and what do you know, they were prepared:Give lance a chance! That’s what we’ve done during our recent hands-on, where we actually weren’t allowed to play around with it. Nevertheless, we decided to pick apart one of our beloved top-tier weapons to ask about the changes. And they are coming, as the staff at Capcom’s HQ tell us. But we’ll have to wait a bit longer. Read on to learn more. Weapon Query Weapon Query Weapon Query I went all the way to Japan to ask the Monster Hunter Wilds devs what the heck they’ve done to my favorite weapon, and what do you know, they were prepared:Give lance a chance! That’s what we’ve done during our recent hands-on, where we actually weren’t allowed to play around with it. Nevertheless, we decided to pick apart one of our beloved top-tier weapons to ask about the changes. And they are coming, as the staff at Capcom’s HQ tell us. But we’ll have to wait a bit longer. Read on to learn more. (Image credit: Capcom) Sequel baitCapcom wanted to do more with Monster Hunter: World and “didn’t give up” on those ideas – now “Monster Hunter Wilds made it possible” to try again:While we did love Monster Hunter Rise, some were understandably disappointed that the move to a Nintendo Switch-first release meant cutting back on some of MH: World’s ambition. We speak to the developers about how Monster Hunter Wilds feels like it’s revitalizing that promise. Sequel baitCapcom wanted to do more with Monster Hunter: World and “didn’t give up” on those ideas – now “Monster Hunter Wilds made it possible” to try again:While we did love Monster Hunter Rise, some were understandably disappointed that the move to a Nintendo Switch-first release meant cutting back on some of MH: World’s ambition. We speak to the developers about how Monster Hunter Wilds feels like it’s revitalizing that promise. Sequel baitCapcom wanted to do more with Monster Hunter: World and “didn’t give up” on those ideas – now “Monster Hunter Wilds made it possible” to try again:While we did love Monster Hunter Rise, some were understandably disappointed that the move to a Nintendo Switch-first release meant cutting back on some of MH: World’s ambition. We speak to the developers about how Monster Hunter Wilds feels like it’s revitalizing that promise. Sequel baitCapcom wanted to do more with Monster Hunter: World and “didn’t give up” on those ideas – now “Monster Hunter Wilds made it possible” to try again:While we did love Monster Hunter Rise, some were understandably disappointed that the move to a Nintendo Switch-first release meant cutting back on some of MH: World’s ambition. We speak to the developers about how Monster Hunter Wilds feels like it’s revitalizing that promise. Sequel baitCapcom wanted to do more with Monster Hunter: World and “didn’t give up” on those ideas – now “Monster Hunter Wilds made it possible” to try again:While we did love Monster Hunter Rise, some were understandably disappointed that the move to a Nintendo Switch-first release meant cutting back on some of MH: World’s ambition. We speak to the developers about how Monster Hunter Wilds feels like it’s revitalizing that promise. Sequel bait Sequel bait Sequel bait Capcom wanted to do more with Monster Hunter: World and “didn’t give up” on those ideas – now “Monster Hunter Wilds made it possible” to try again:While we did love Monster Hunter Rise, some were understandably disappointed that the move to a Nintendo Switch-first release meant cutting back on some of MH: World’s ambition. We speak to the developers about how Monster Hunter Wilds feels like it’s revitalizing that promise. (Image credit: Capcom) Beast TrackingMonster Hunter Wilds director confirms my suspicions: a bug made monsters run away too frequently in the beta and the full game doesn’t have this problem:Yep, it wasn’t just you, there were some issues with the recent beta that are being ironed out. And we’re happy to report from our more up-to-date hands-on and chat with the devs that they’re well aware of what’s need to improve. It’s a great sign that so much has been taken seriously, and that the game has grown so significantly since we last got to play around with it. Beast TrackingMonster Hunter Wilds director confirms my suspicions: a bug made monsters run away too frequently in the beta and the full game doesn’t have this problem:Yep, it wasn’t just you, there were some issues with the recent beta that are being ironed out. And we’re happy to report from our more up-to-date hands-on and chat with the devs that they’re well aware of what’s need to improve. It’s a great sign that so much has been taken seriously, and that the game has grown so significantly since we last got to play around with it. Beast TrackingMonster Hunter Wilds director confirms my suspicions: a bug made monsters run away too frequently in the beta and the full game doesn’t have this problem:Yep, it wasn’t just you, there were some issues with the recent beta that are being ironed out. And we’re happy to report from our more up-to-date hands-on and chat with the devs that they’re well aware of what’s need to improve. It’s a great sign that so much has been taken seriously, and that the game has grown so significantly since we last got to play around with it. Beast TrackingMonster Hunter Wilds director confirms my suspicions: a bug made monsters run away too frequently in the beta and the full game doesn’t have this problem:Yep, it wasn’t just you, there were some issues with the recent beta that are being ironed out. And we’re happy to report from our more up-to-date hands-on and chat with the devs that they’re well aware of what’s need to improve. It’s a great sign that so much has been taken seriously, and that the game has grown so significantly since we last got to play around with it. Beast TrackingMonster Hunter Wilds director confirms my suspicions: a bug made monsters run away too frequently in the beta and the full game doesn’t have this problem:Yep, it wasn’t just you, there were some issues with the recent beta that are being ironed out. And we’re happy to report from our more up-to-date hands-on and chat with the devs that they’re well aware of what’s need to improve. It’s a great sign that so much has been taken seriously, and that the game has grown so significantly since we last got to play around with it. Beast Tracking Beast Tracking Beast Tracking Monster Hunter Wilds director confirms my suspicions: a bug made monsters run away too frequently in the beta and the full game doesn’t have this problem:Yep, it wasn’t just you, there were some issues with the recent beta that are being ironed out. And we’re happy to report from our more up-to-date hands-on and chat with the devs that they’re well aware of what’s need to improve. It’s a great sign that so much has been taken seriously, and that the game has grown so significantly since we last got to play around with it. (Image credit: Capcom) Dev AccessMonster Hunter Wilds hitstop feels way better in the non-beta build, and the game’s director was happy to juice it back up after overseas players apparently hated it in World:We got a chance to sit down with Monster Hunter Wilds director Yuya Tokuda when visiting the studio in Japan, telling us plenty about the development of the latest in the series, and the way hitstops were handled proved to be a standout topic. “When Monster Hunter World was released, many of the users from overseas commented that the hitstop was way too hard,” Tokuda begins, discussing more about the way things have changed this time around. Dev AccessMonster Hunter Wilds hitstop feels way better in the non-beta build, and the game’s director was happy to juice it back up after overseas players apparently hated it in World:We got a chance to sit down with Monster Hunter Wilds director Yuya Tokuda when visiting the studio in Japan, telling us plenty about the development of the latest in the series, and the way hitstops were handled proved to be a standout topic. “When Monster Hunter World was released, many of the users from overseas commented that the hitstop was way too hard,” Tokuda begins, discussing more about the way things have changed this time around. Dev AccessMonster Hunter Wilds hitstop feels way better in the non-beta build, and the game’s director was happy to juice it back up after overseas players apparently hated it in World:We got a chance to sit down with Monster Hunter Wilds director Yuya Tokuda when visiting the studio in Japan, telling us plenty about the development of the latest in the series, and the way hitstops were handled proved to be a standout topic. “When Monster Hunter World was released, many of the users from overseas commented that the hitstop was way too hard,” Tokuda begins, discussing more about the way things have changed this time around. Dev AccessMonster Hunter Wilds hitstop feels way better in the non-beta build, and the game’s director was happy to juice it back up after overseas players apparently hated it in World:We got a chance to sit down with Monster Hunter Wilds director Yuya Tokuda when visiting the studio in Japan, telling us plenty about the development of the latest in the series, and the way hitstops were handled proved to be a standout topic. “When Monster Hunter World was released, many of the users from overseas commented that the hitstop was way too hard,” Tokuda begins, discussing more about the way things have changed this time around. Dev AccessMonster Hunter Wilds hitstop feels way better in the non-beta build, and the game’s director was happy to juice it back up after overseas players apparently hated it in World:We got a chance to sit down with Monster Hunter Wilds director Yuya Tokuda when visiting the studio in Japan, telling us plenty about the development of the latest in the series, and the way hitstops were handled proved to be a standout topic. “When Monster Hunter World was released, many of the users from overseas commented that the hitstop was way too hard,” Tokuda begins, discussing more about the way things have changed this time around. Dev Access Dev Access Dev Access Monster Hunter Wilds hitstop feels way better in the non-beta build, and the game’s director was happy to juice it back up after overseas players apparently hated it in World:We got a chance to sit down with Monster Hunter Wilds director Yuya Tokuda when visiting the studio in Japan, telling us plenty about the development of the latest in the series, and the way hitstops were handled proved to be a standout topic. “When Monster Hunter World was released, many of the users from overseas commented that the hitstop was way too hard,” Tokuda begins, discussing more about the way things have changed this time around. Your Guide to Monster Hunter Wilds (Image credit: Capcom) ExplainerMonster Hunter Wilds guide:Thumbed through our entire Monster Hunter Wilds Big Preview field guide? Think you’re ready to join the hunt? Well, there’s still plenty more to learn. Thanks to a very close release date on 28 February, 2025, we’ve collected together plenty more information to give you everything you need to know. From how hunts have evolved since the last game, to its PC system requirements, you’ll find it all here. ExplainerMonster Hunter Wilds guide:Thumbed through our entire Monster Hunter Wilds Big Preview field guide? Think you’re ready to join the hunt? Well, there’s still plenty more to learn. Thanks to a very close release date on 28 February, 2025, we’ve collected together plenty more information to give you everything you need to know. From how hunts have evolved since the last game, to its PC system requirements, you’ll find it all here. ExplainerMonster Hunter Wilds guide:Thumbed through our entire Monster Hunter Wilds Big Preview field guide? Think you’re ready to join the hunt? Well, there’s still plenty more to learn. Thanks to a very close release date on 28 February, 2025, we’ve collected together plenty more information to give you everything you need to know. From how hunts have evolved since the last game, to its PC system requirements, you’ll find it all here. ExplainerMonster Hunter Wilds guide:Thumbed through our entire Monster Hunter Wilds Big Preview field guide? Think you’re ready to join the hunt? Well, there’s still plenty more to learn. Thanks to a very close release date on 28 February, 2025, we’ve collected together plenty more information to give you everything you need to know. From how hunts have evolved since the last game, to its PC system requirements, you’ll find it all here. ExplainerMonster Hunter Wilds guide:Thumbed through our entire Monster Hunter Wilds Big Preview field guide? Think you’re ready to join the hunt? Well, there’s still plenty more to learn. Thanks to a very close release date on 28 February, 2025, we’ve collected together plenty more information to give you everything you need to know. From how hunts have evolved since the last game, to its PC system requirements, you’ll find it all here. Explainer Explainer Explainer Monster Hunter Wilds guide:Thumbed through our entire Monster Hunter Wilds Big Preview field guide? Think you’re ready to join the hunt? Well, there’s still plenty more to learn. Thanks to a very close release date on 28 February, 2025, we’ve collected together plenty more information to give you everything you need to know. From how hunts have evolved since the last game, to its PC system requirements, you’ll find it all here. Thank you for reading our Big Preview on Monster Hunter Wilds, where we’ve unpacked one of the biggest action-RPGs of 2025. Be sure to stick with GamesRadar+ in the months ahead as we cover the game ahead of its release on February 28, 2025. 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decent helping of bloodthirsty action"4The Lord of the Rings: The War of the Rohirrim review – “An uninspired expansion of the most iconic screen take on Tolkien"5Nightbitch review: “Amy Adams' disappointing dark comedy is all bark and no bite"1Doctor Who 2024 Christmas special review: “Ncuti Gatwa is as magnetic as ever in this delightful festive treat"2Secret Level review: “An uneven experience with serious highlights that ultimately make up for the misses"3Skeleton Crew review: “Perfectly captures the vibes of classic Star Wars with a swashbuckling twist"4Creature Commandos review: “James Gunn’s heartwarming, R-rated tale about super-monsters proves that the DCU is in good hands"5Cobra Kai season 6, part 2 review: “Returns to the sort of hard-hitting form that made it such a fan favorite in the first place” GAME REVIEWSMOVIE REVIEWSTV REVIEWS1Nemesis review: “A magical sense of tension"2Arcs review: “A whole lot of game in a small package"3Path of Exile 2 review: “A stellar start to a thrilling and brutal dark adventure"4Indiana Jones and the Great Circle review: “The best adventure Indy has embarked on in over 30 years"5Marvel Rivals review: “So preoccupied with trying to be like Overwatch that it forgets to play to its own strengths"1Sonic the Hedgehog 3 review: “Keanu Reeves as Shadow is wasted whilst Jim Carrey steals the show"2Mufasa: The Lion King review – “It’s no Hakuna Matata but this Disney origin story is a class above the 2019 movie"3Kraven the Hunter review: “The insistence on an R-rating helps save this, with a decent helping of bloodthirsty action"4The Lord of the Rings: The War of the Rohirrim review – “An uninspired expansion of the most iconic screen take on Tolkien"5Nightbitch review: “Amy Adams' disappointing dark comedy is all bark and no bite"1Doctor Who 2024 Christmas special review: “Ncuti Gatwa is as magnetic as ever in this delightful festive treat"2Secret Level review: “An uneven experience with serious highlights that ultimately make up for the misses"3Skeleton Crew review: “Perfectly captures the vibes of classic Star Wars with a swashbuckling twist"4Creature Commandos review: “James Gunn’s heartwarming, R-rated tale about super-monsters proves that the DCU is in good hands"5Cobra Kai season 6, part 2 review: “Returns to the sort of hard-hitting form that made it such a fan favorite in the first place” GAME REVIEWSMOVIE REVIEWSTV REVIEWS1Nemesis review: “A magical sense of tension"2Arcs review: “A whole lot of game in a small package"3Path of Exile 2 review: “A stellar start to a thrilling and brutal dark adventure"4Indiana Jones and the Great Circle review: “The best adventure Indy has embarked on in over 30 years"5Marvel Rivals review: “So preoccupied with trying to be like Overwatch that it forgets to play to its own strengths"1Sonic the Hedgehog 3 review: “Keanu Reeves as Shadow is wasted whilst Jim Carrey steals the show"2Mufasa: The Lion King review – “It’s no Hakuna Matata but this Disney origin story is a class above the 2019 movie"3Kraven the Hunter review: “The insistence on an R-rating helps save this, with a decent helping of bloodthirsty action"4The Lord of the Rings: The War of the Rohirrim review – “An uninspired expansion of the most iconic screen take on Tolkien"5Nightbitch review: “Amy Adams' disappointing dark comedy is all bark and no bite"1Doctor Who 2024 Christmas special review: “Ncuti Gatwa is as magnetic as ever in this delightful festive treat"2Secret Level review: “An uneven experience with serious highlights that ultimately make up for the misses"3Skeleton Crew review: “Perfectly captures the vibes of classic Star Wars with a swashbuckling twist"4Creature Commandos review: “James Gunn’s heartwarming, R-rated tale about super-monsters proves that the DCU is in good hands"5Cobra Kai season 6, part 2 review: “Returns to the sort of hard-hitting form that made it such a fan favorite in the first place” GAME REVIEWSMOVIE REVIEWSTV REVIEWS1Nemesis review: “A magical sense of tension"2Arcs review: “A whole lot of game in a small package"3Path of Exile 2 review: “A stellar start to a thrilling and brutal dark adventure"4Indiana Jones and the Great Circle review: “The best adventure Indy has embarked on in over 30 years"5Marvel Rivals review: “So preoccupied with trying to be like Overwatch that it forgets to play to its own strengths"1Sonic the Hedgehog 3 review: “Keanu Reeves as Shadow is wasted whilst Jim Carrey steals the show"2Mufasa: The Lion King review – “It’s no Hakuna Matata but this Disney origin story is a class above the 2019 movie"3Kraven the Hunter review: “The insistence on an R-rating helps save this, with a decent helping of bloodthirsty action"4The Lord of the Rings: The War of the Rohirrim review – “An uninspired expansion of the most iconic screen take on Tolkien"5Nightbitch review: “Amy Adams' disappointing dark comedy is all bark and no bite"1Doctor Who 2024 Christmas special review: “Ncuti Gatwa is as magnetic as ever in this delightful festive treat"2Secret Level review: “An uneven experience with serious highlights that ultimately make up for the misses"3Skeleton Crew review: “Perfectly captures the vibes of classic Star Wars with a swashbuckling twist"4Creature Commandos review: “James Gunn’s heartwarming, R-rated tale about super-monsters proves that the DCU is in good hands"5Cobra Kai season 6, part 2 review: “Returns to the sort of hard-hitting form that made it such a fan favorite in the first place” GAME REVIEWSMOVIE REVIEWSTV REVIEWS 1Nemesis review: “A magical sense of tension” 1Nemesis review: “A magical sense of tension” 1 Nemesis review: “A magical sense of tension” 2Arcs review: “A whole lot of game in a small package” 2Arcs review: “A whole lot of game in a small package” 2 Arcs review: “A whole lot of game in a small package” 3Path of Exile 2 review: “A stellar start to a thrilling and brutal dark adventure” 3Path of Exile 2 review: “A stellar start to a thrilling and brutal dark adventure” 3 Path of Exile 2 review: “A stellar start to a thrilling and brutal dark adventure” 4Indiana Jones and the Great Circle review: “The best adventure Indy has embarked on in over 30 years” 4Indiana Jones and the Great Circle review: “The best adventure Indy has embarked on in over 30 years” 4 Indiana Jones and the Great Circle review: “The best adventure Indy has embarked on in over 30 years” 5Marvel Rivals review: “So preoccupied with trying to be like Overwatch that it forgets to play to its own strengths” 5Marvel Rivals review: “So preoccupied with trying to be like Overwatch that it forgets to play to its own strengths” 5 Marvel Rivals review: “So preoccupied with trying to be like Overwatch that it forgets to play to its own strengths” 1Sonic the Hedgehog 3 review: “Keanu Reeves as Shadow is wasted whilst Jim Carrey steals the show” 1Sonic the Hedgehog 3 review: “Keanu Reeves as Shadow is wasted whilst Jim Carrey steals the show” 1 Sonic the Hedgehog 3 review: “Keanu Reeves as Shadow is wasted whilst Jim Carrey steals the show” 2Mufasa: The Lion King review – “It’s no Hakuna Matata but this Disney origin story is a class above the 2019 movie” 2Mufasa: The Lion King review – “It’s no Hakuna Matata but this Disney origin story is a class above the 2019 movie” 2 Mufasa: The Lion King review – “It’s no Hakuna Matata but this Disney origin story is a class above the 2019 movie” 3Kraven the Hunter review: “The insistence on an R-rating helps save this, with a decent helping of bloodthirsty action” 3Kraven the Hunter review: “The insistence on an R-rating helps save this, with a decent helping of bloodthirsty action” 3 Kraven the Hunter review: “The insistence on an R-rating helps save this, with a decent helping of bloodthirsty action” 4The Lord of the Rings: The War of the Rohirrim review – “An uninspired expansion of the most iconic screen take on Tolkien” 4The Lord of the Rings: The War of the Rohirrim review – “An uninspired expansion of the most iconic screen take on Tolkien” 4 The Lord of the Rings: The War of the Rohirrim review – “An uninspired expansion of the most iconic screen take on Tolkien” 5Nightbitch review: “Amy Adams' disappointing dark comedy is all bark and no bite” 5Nightbitch review: “Amy Adams' disappointing dark comedy is all bark and no bite” 5 Nightbitch review: “Amy Adams' disappointing dark comedy is all bark and no bite” 1Doctor Who 2024 Christmas special review: “Ncuti Gatwa is as magnetic as ever in this delightful festive treat” 1Doctor Who 2024 Christmas special review: “Ncuti Gatwa is as magnetic as ever in this delightful festive treat” 1 Doctor Who 2024 Christmas special review: “Ncuti Gatwa is as magnetic as ever in this delightful festive treat” 2Secret Level review: “An uneven experience with serious highlights that ultimately make up for the misses” 2Secret Level review: “An uneven experience with serious highlights that ultimately make up for the misses” 2 Secret Level review: “An uneven experience with serious highlights that ultimately make up for the misses” 3Skeleton Crew review: “Perfectly captures the vibes of classic Star Wars with a swashbuckling twist” 3Skeleton Crew review: “Perfectly captures the vibes of classic Star Wars with a swashbuckling twist” 3 Skeleton Crew review: “Perfectly captures the vibes of classic Star Wars with a swashbuckling twist” 4Creature Commandos review: “James Gunn’s heartwarming, R-rated tale about super-monsters proves that the DCU is in good hands” 4Creature Commandos review: “James Gunn’s heartwarming, R-rated tale about super-monsters proves that the DCU is in good hands” 4 Creature Commandos review: “James Gunn’s heartwarming, R-rated tale about super-monsters proves that the DCU is in good hands” 5Cobra Kai season 6, part 2 review: “Returns to the sort of hard-hitting form that made it such a fan favorite in the first place” 5Cobra Kai season 6, part 2 review: “Returns to the sort of hard-hitting form that made it such a fan favorite in the first place” 5 Cobra Kai season 6, part 2 review: “Returns to the sort of hard-hitting form that made it such a fan favorite in the first place”