Congratulations on getting on board with the Monster Hunter 4 Ultimate Demo! While said demo seems simple at first with only a few monsters to consider, Hunters can easily find themselves thrown rather suddenly into the deep end. New Hunters may have little grasp on the controls and many unknown factors to consider all while a Great Jaggi is going straight for you! Additionally, even veteran Hunters will see new items and whole new ways to attack monsters and maneuver the hunting grounds to close in on your target, be it Tetsucabra or Gore Magala! Not to mention, there's whole new monsters to consider here you may have never even seen before when the full game is made available!
This tutorial is designed to help Hunters both new and old get a feel for the Monster Hunter 4 Ultimate Demo with control explanations, the basics for all the weapon types available, a quick rundown of the monsters you'll encounter, and how to get multiplayer set up easily so you can hunt with your friends! Finally, there will be a few quick tips to help any hunter on their path to becoming the greatest Monster Hunter of all.
Sit down, grab some Tanzian Ale, have a read and LET'S HUNT!
Beginner and Experienced Difficulties[]
Once you choose your language you are given the option to choose your Difficulty. This is something only available in the Demo, and was added to help ease people completely new to the Monster Hunter series into becoming Experienced Hunters.
The description for Beginner mode reads; “The hunter is stronger, and guide markers will be displayed to point you towards your target.”
Basically, your character gets some permanent buffs right off the bat. The monster will also always be painted to show up on your map at all times, and arrows will show up to guide you to the monster's location.
The description for Experienced mode reads; "Intended for players that have played the Monster Hunter series in the past."
This is basically just how the game was originally meant to be played. Gameplay is exactly how it was in the Japanese version. No handicaps. Gore Magala is only huntable on the demo when you choose Experienced difficulty.
After selecting the difficulty, you are warned that you cannot play with other hunters that have selected a different difficulty mode.
Basic Controls[]
Mounting[]
Button Input | Move Name |
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or | Attack |
Hold On | |
Dismount |
Mounting is a feature completely new to Monster Hunter 4 Ultimate. The Hunter is able to ride on a monster and attack it while it flails about defenselessly.
Press or to stab the monster with your carving knife, increasing the gauge at the bottom.
When the monster starts to flail or roar, the icon will turn Red. Press to hold on so you don't get knocked off!
Continue holding as long as the icon stays Yellow while the monster flails. Once the monster settles down and the icon returns to Green, continue pressing or to keep filling the gauge. Filling up the gauge will cause the monster to get knocked down for free hits!
If you see a Hunter mounting a monster, leave the monster alone! If you keep hitting the monster, you can knock them off and ruin your chance at a ton of free hits. Don’t be a rude Hunter. Use this time to sharpen or heal.
Monsters[]
Great Jaggi[]
Notes[]
- Great Jaggi's head frill can be broken.
- The Great Jaggi will always be accompanied by at least two Jaggi. If they are killed, the Great Jaggi will call two more Jaggi to its side.
Tetsucabra[]
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Notes[]
- Tetsucabra's back, each of its fangs, and each of its back legs can be broken.
- Breaking Tetsucabra's fangs will make it only be able to lift small rocks.
- When Tetsucabra's tail is white and inflated, it becomes a major weak point.
Gore Magala[]
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Notes[]
- Gore Magala's head, horns (only in Frenzy mode), wings, and wing claws can be broken, and its tail can be cut off.
- Gore Magala's attacks can cause you to be infected with the Frenzy Virus. It requires time to incubate, represented by a purple bar filling up below the Hunter's on-screen name. If the bar fills completely, the virus negates natural health recovery, meaning that the Hunter takes full damage from attacks without being able to heal back half of it. However, if the Hunter inflicts enough damage on a monster whilst the virus is incubating, they gain a 10% Affinity boost instead, as well as an immunity to infection for a short period of time.
- While incubating, the incubation can be delayed by consuming a Nulberry. There is no cure for the virus when it is fully incubated, and its effects can only be waited out.
Quest Objectives[]
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Main Objective: Hunt a Great Jaggi |
Location: Ancestral Steppe | ||||
Subquests: | None | ||||
Monsters: | Aptonoth, Bnahabra, Felyne, Jaggi, Jaggia, Kelbi, Konchu, Melynx |
Description:
"Pop quiz, hotshot! Who's the leader of those Jaggis in the distance? That's right! The Great Jaggi! Use your map to track the bugger, and make sure he doesn't cause trouble around these parts again." - Capcom |
Notes:
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{{{English Quest Name}}} |
{{{Japanese Quest Name}}} |
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Main Objective: Hunt a Tetsucabra |
Location: Sunken Hollow | ||||
Subquests: | None | ||||
Monsters: | Aptonoth, Bnahabra, Felyne, Jaggi, Kelbi, Melynx, Rhenoplos |
Description:
"Tetsucabras, the czars of the Sunken Hollow, are as tough as they are ugly! Use the Target Cam to keep an eye on those big ol' tusks or you'll end up flatter than a deflated Scream Sac!" - Capcom |
Notes:
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{{{English Quest Name}}} |
{{{Japanese Quest Name}}} |
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Main Objective: Hunt a Gore Magala |
Location: Ancestral Steppe | ||||
Subquests: | None | ||||
Monsters: | Aptonoth, Bnahabra, Felyne, Gargwa, Jaggi, Jaggia, Kelbi, Melynx |
Description:
"Are you nuts? A showdown with Gore Magala? Slow down, kid, this is just a demo! ...Sigh. Just a word of advice, OK? Steer clear of the black mist if you know what's good for you. Good luck, you'll need it." - Capcom |
Notes:
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Weapons[]
Great Sword[]
This weapon may be unwieldy, but its devastating charged slashes and block ability make it highly versatile. |
Button Functions | |
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Button | Function |
(Hold to charge) | Overhead Slashes |
Side Slashes | |
+ | Rising Slash |
Block |
Basic Combos | ||||
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Notes:
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(Chargeable) | (Chargeable) | |||
Recommended Combos | ||||
Hold to charge | Strong Charged Slash + hold to charge | |||
Strong Charged Slash Hold to charge | ||||
Strong Charged Slash | or | |||
Terrain-Dependent Combos | ||||
Jumping Slash during jump |
Video Tutorial
Video | |
Title | MH4G/MH4U Great Sword Tutorial by gaijin hunter |
Long Sword[]
A weapon that specializes in quick, precise strikes. Each attack landed on a monster adds to its might. |
Button Functions | |
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Button | Function |
Basic Attack | |
Thrust | |
+ or | Fade Slash |
Spirit Blade |
Basic Combos | ||||||
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Recommended Combos | ||||||
+ | ||||||
-- + + | ||||||
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Terrain-Dependent Combos | ||||||
during jump | ||||||
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during jump | ||||||
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Video Tutorial
Video | |
Title | MH4G/MH4U Long Sword Tutorial by gaijin hunter |
Sword and Shield[]
A weapon with good mobility and few drawbacks. Lets you use items even when your weapon is drawn. |
Button Functions | |
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Button | Function |
Basic Attack | |
Special Attack | |
+ | Forward Slash |
Block |
Basic Combos | ||||||||
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+ |
Mid-Combo Special Attacks | ||||||
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During a combo | ||||||
During a combo | + | |||||
During a combo | After ↓ + , hold |
Terrain-Dependent Combos | ||
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Forward Slash off a ledge | ||
Jumping Forward Slash Forward Slash into a ledge |
Video Tutorial
Video | |
Title | MH4G/MH4U Sword and Shield Tutorial by gaijin hunter |
Dual Blades[]
Use these two swords to slash with a flurry of strikes. Activate Demon Mode for even more power. |
Button Functions | |
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Button | Function |
Basic Attack | |
Roundslash, etc. | |
Demon Mode On/Off |
Basic Combos | ||||
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Recommended Combos | ||||||||
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During a Demon Mode combo | + | |||||||
During an Archdemon Mode combo | + | Repeat |
Terrain-Dependent Combos | ||
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Aerial Spinning Blade Dance |
Video Tutorial
Video | |
Title | MH4G/MH4U Dual Blades Tutorial by gaijin hunter |
Hammer[]
A Close-quarters weapon with immense damage potential. Charge attacks and stun monsters by whacking their skulls. |
Button Functions | |
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Button | Function |
Basic Attack | |
Side Smash | |
(Hold) (even while moving) (Release button for Charged Attack) |
Charge |
Basic Combos | ||||
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Charged Attacks | ||
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Release at charge lv. 1 | ||
Release at charge lv. 2 | ||
Release at charge lv. 3 | ||
Release at charge lv. 3 while moving |
Terrain-Dependent Combos | ||||
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Move off a ledge while charging | Release during jump |
Video Tutorial
Video | |
Title | MH4G/MH4U Hammer Tutorial by gaijin hunter |
Hunting Horn[]
Use this to boost fellow hunters and yourself. What other weapon lets you attack while providing support? |
Button Functions | |
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Button | Function |
Note 1 Attack | |
Note 2 Attack | |
+ | Note 3 Attack |
(Press again after performance for Encore) |
Perform |
Notes:
- Create combos by mixing Note Attacks
Flourish |
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Notes: |
Hilt Stab |
Notes: |
Video Tutorial
Video | |
Title | MH4G/MH4U Hunting Horn Tutorial by gaijin hunter |
Lance[]
Attack with the long-range Lance, block with the giant shield. Lets you move & counter even when blocking! |
Button Functions | |
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Button | Function |
Mid Thrust | |
High Thrust | |
+ | Sweep |
Block | |
Basic Combos | |
Notes:
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Dash Attack | ||
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+ while blocking, or the |
↑ + | |
↓ + |
Block-advance and Counter-thrust | ||||
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↑ + while blocking | Thrust Attack, etc. |
Notes:
- Block-advance over descending terrain to jump while blocking
Counter-thrust | ||||
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During a combo | + | Thrust Attack, etc. |
Video Tutorial
Video | |
Title | MH4G/MH4U Lance Tutorial by gaijin hunter |
Gunlance[]
A Lance with the ability to fire Shells. Use Burst Fire or Wyvern's Fire for massive damage. |
Button Functions | |
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Button | Function |
Thrust Attack | |
Fire Shell | |
+ | Rising Slash |
Block | |
(After sidestepping or while blocking) |
Reload |
+ + | Wyvern's Fire |
Notes:
- Must wait awhile for Wyvern's Fire to cool down before it can be used again
Shell Types | ||
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Notes:
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Normal | Larger capacity makes for deadly Burst Fire | Capacity: 5 |
Long | Extended forward reach | Capacity: 3 |
Wide | Broad, powerful blast, but low capacity | Capacity: 2 |
Basic Combos | ||||
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+ | + | |||
+ | after firing |
Notes:
Recommended Combos | ||||||
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after firing | + | |||||
after firing | + |
Terrain-Dependent Combos | ||
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With weapon stowed, + + during jump | ||
↑ + off a ledge | ||
While blocking, ↑ + off a ledge |
Video Tutorial
Video | |
Title | MH4G/MH4U Gunlance Tutorial by gaijin hunter |
Switch Axe[]
This weapon can morph between a powerful Axe, and a Sword that uses phials which add elemental effects. |
Phials/Coatings | |
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Power Phial | Adds physical damage |
Element Phial | Adds elemental damage |
Dragon Phial | Adds Dragon Element |
Ailment Phials | Add ailment effects |
Axe Mode | |||||||
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Button Functions | |||||||
Button | Function | ||||||
Basic Attack | |||||||
Side Slash, etc. | |||||||
+ | Rising Slash | ||||||
Morph | |||||||
Axe Mode: Basic Combos | |||||||
Axe Mode |
Axe Mode |
Axe Mode |
Repeat | ||||
Axe Mode: Recommended Combos | |||||||
Axe Mode + |
Axe Mode Keep tapping |
Axe Mode |
Axe Mode |
Sword Mode | |||||||
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Button Functions | |||||||
Button | Function | ||||||
Basic Attack | |||||||
Side Slash, etc. | |||||||
+ | Elemental Discharge | ||||||
Morph | |||||||
Sword attack | |||||||
Sword Mode: Basic Combos | |||||||
Sword Mode |
Sword Mode |
Sword Mode |
Repeat |
Sword Mode: Recommended Combos | ||
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Sword attack | + | |
Sword Mode |
Sword Mode | |
Sword Mode |
Sword Mode |
Video Tutorial
Video | |
Title | MH4G/MH4U Switch Axe Tutorial by gaijin hunter |
Charge Blade[]
Use this weapon's sword and shield mode to build up power, then morph into Axe Mode and unleash your fury! |
Phials/Coatings | |
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Impact Phial | Adds Stun and fixed damage |
Element Phial | Adds elemental damage |
Sword Mode | |||||
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Button Functions | |||||
Button | Function | ||||
Basic Attack | |||||
Charged Double Slash | |||||
Block | |||||
+ or | Morph to Axe | ||||
+ | Charge Phials | ||||
Sword Mode: Basic Combos | |||||
Sword Mode + |
Sword Mode |
Sword Mode |
Axe Mode | |||||
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Button Functions | |||||
Button | Function | ||||
Basic Attack | |||||
Element Discharge (Uses Phials) | |||||
or | Morph to Sword | ||||
Axe Mode: Basic Combos | |||||
Axe Mode ↑ + |
Axe Mode |
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Axe Mode ↑ + |
+ |
Recommended Combos | |||||
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Charged Double Slash Hold , release at the right time |
Sword Mode | ||||
Charge + |
Sword Mode |
+ |
Attacks that Block |
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Notes:
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Sword: Shield Thrust | ||||
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During Sword Mode action | Sword Mode + |
A.E.D. + |
Element up | ||
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Right after triggering an Amped Element Discharge | Element up |
Notes:
- Changing Amped Element Discharge to Super Amped Element Discharge
- Press ↓ + immediately after A.E.D. to change into Super A.E.D.
Video Tutorial
Video | |
Title | MH4G/MH4U Charge Blade Tutorial by gaijin hunter |
Insect Glaive[]
Take control of "Kinsects" and suck extracts from monsters to boost your power! Can also be used to jump! |
Button Functions | |
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Button | Function |
X | Basic Attack |
Strong Attack/Advancing Attack | |
Mark Target | |
+ | Kinsect: Harvest Extract |
+ | Kinsect: Recall |
+ | Vault |
Notes:
Basic Combos | ||||
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+ | ||||
Kinsect/Other Special Actions | ||||
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+ | ||||
+ |
Notes:
- You can combo into a Vault or a Kinsect command from any attack
Video Tutorial
Video | |
Title | MH4G/MH4U Insect Glaive Tutorial by gaijin hunter |
Kinsect[]
Kinsect Status | |
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Power/Element | The Kinsect's Attack power/element when harvesting extract |
Stamina | The Kinsect's active duration |
Speed | The Kinsect's flight speed |
Extract Effects | |
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Red | Attack up |
Orange | Knockback protection |
White | Improved speed, jump |
Green | Health recovery |
Extract Combination Effects | |
Red + White | Improved Attack power |
White + Orange | Improved Defense, Blight resistance |
Red + White + Orange | Further improves Attack & Defense |
Light Bowgun[]
Use this weapon to attack from afar. Blast enemies with Rapid Fire, or help other hunters via stat-changing ammo. |
Button Functions | |
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Button | Function |
Reload | |
Fire | |
Scope View Hold for Quick Aim | |
Melee Attack |
Notes:
Light Bowgun-exclusive Actions | |
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You can sidestep twice in a row after firing. | |
With the Limiter Removed | |
+ | Notes:
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Video Tutorial
Video | |
Title | MH4G/MH4U Light Bowgun Tutorial by gaijin hunter |
Heavy Bowgun[]
A hefty, long-ranged weapon with superb firepower and a Crouching Fire Attack that makes up for mobility. |
Button Functions | |
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Button | Function |
Reload | |
Fire | |
Scope View Hold for Quick Aim | |
Melee Attack |
Notes:
Heavy Bowgun-exclusive Actions | ||
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+ | After selecting ammo, hold |
With the Limiter Removed | ||
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+ | Notes:
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Video Tutorial
Video | |
Title | MH4G/MH4U Heavy Bowgun Tutorial by gaijin hunter |
Bow[]
A highly mobile weapon. Use coatings and various shot types, including the new Power Shot, to take down enemies. |
Button Functions | ||
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Type 1 | ||
Normal Shot (hold to charge) | ||
Take Aim | ||
Melee Attack | ||
(during charge) |
Arc Shot/Power Shot (Power Shot: also after a Normal Shot) | |
+ | Equip Coating | |
Type 2 | ||
Normal Shot (hold to charge) | ||
Press again to cancel |
Take Aim | |
Melee Attack | ||
(during charge) |
Arc Shot/Power Shot (Power Shot: also A after a Normal Shot) | |
+ | Equip Coating |
Notes:
- Change control types in Options
Arc Shot Types | ||
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Arc Shot Type | Function | |
Wide | Fans out over a larger area before landing | |
Focus | A concentrated volley that can hit multiple times | |
Blast | A special shot that explodes on impact |
Notes:
- Each Arc Shot Bow fires one of the three types of Arc Shots.
Video Tutorial
Video | |
Title | MH4G/MH4U Bow Tutorial by gaijin hunter |
Multiplayer[]
Multiplayer can be done either Locally or Online from the main menu. You will not be able to play with others who are using a different Difficulty Mode. Choose either Local Play or Online Multiplayer and you will be brought to the Quest Selection screen. From there, choose the Monster you wish to hunt, and then choose to Create your own Gathering Hall lobby, or search to Find a Gathering Hall for that specific Quest.
When you Create a Gathering Hall, you are asked if you would like to set a 4 digit Passcode. The Passcode can be used to make your lobby private, otherwise anyone can join your lobby. On the Matchmaking screen, you will see a 14 digit ID code which be used in Online Multiplayer by your friends to have them instantly jump to your Lobby. Once you have enough Hunters, hit Ready to start the Hunt!
Finding a Gathering Hall is also easy. In Online Multiplayer, you will be prompted to search using an ID code if you know the one for the Gathering Hall you wish to join, or you can just search for a Gathering Hall that still needs Hunters.