Unlike the mainline series, where the story often serves as a tutorial for the endgame loop, the Stories collection prioritizes lore.

In Monster Hunter Stories, players take on the role of a Rider, tasked with exploring a vast world filled with monsters, known as "Monsters." These creatures can be befriended, trained, and even ridden, offering a fresh perspective on the traditional Monster Hunter formula. The game features a rich narrative, engaging characters, and a dynamic battle system that requires strategy and skill.

The core philosophy of the Monster Hunter Stories Collection is the transition from "Hunter" to "Rider." In the mainline games, the relationship with monsters is adversarial and ecological. In Stories , it is symbiotic.

: The combined collection is approximately 10.56 GB .