How to Start Sunbreak
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To start Sunbreak, you’ll need to have completed the Seven Star Urgent Quest: Serpent Goddess of Thunder and reached Hunter Rank 7, after which you can access the new content in Monster Hunter Rise: Sunbreak by locating a new NPC on the bridge near the entrance to Kamura Village. This will unlock the Sunbreak expansion, allowing you to experience new maps, monsters, and game mechanics that enhance the overall gameplay of Monster Hunter Rise.
Frequently Asked Questions
General Questions
- What are the requirements to start Sunbreak? You must own the original version of Monster Hunter Rise, complete the 7-star Hub Quest “Serpent Goddess of Thunder”, and reach Hunter Rank 7 to access Sunbreak.
- Can you go straight into Sunbreak? No, you need a copy of Monster Hunter Rise to play Monster Hunter Rise: Sunbreak, and you must complete the Seven Star Urgent Quest: Serpent Goddess of Thunder.
- Do you need to finish Rise before Sunbreak? No, you don’t need to finish Rise before Sunbreak, but you must complete the majority of the main game quests, specifically the 7-star Hub Quest “Serpent Goddess of Thunder”.
Installation and Accessibility
- How do I know if Sunbreak is installed? After purchasing and installing the DLC, launch the game to see the Monster Hunter Sunbreak logo on the title screen, and load your save game to be greeted by Rondine at the entrance to Kamura.
- Can I play Sunbreak without DLC? No, Sunbreak is not a standalone title and requires the base Rise to play; if Rise leaves Game Pass, you’ll need to buy it to continue playing Sunbreak.
Gameplay and Difficulty
- Is rise Sunbreak hard? Sunbreak is challenging, with encounters substantially more difficult than those in the base game, but it provides fresh accessibility and quality of life features to help you cope with its new Master Rank quests.
- Is Monster Hunter Sunbreak harder? Yes, Sunbreak is harder than the base game, but it offers features to make it manageable, including new armors and skills.
Content and Monsters
- How many monsters will Sunbreak add? Monster Hunter Rise: Sunbreak includes 7 returning monsters, 6 monster subspecies, and 4 brand new monsters, for a total of 17 creatures.
- What is the weakness of the serpent goddess of thunder? Narwa, the Serpent Goddess of Thunder, is weakest to Dragon and slightly susceptible to Blast attacks.
Game Progression and Requirements
- How do I start Sunbreak on PS4? Sunbreak content is accessible after completing the 7-star Hub quest “Serpent Goddess of Thunder”; if you purchase the content while the game is open, you must restart the game to access it.
- What game takes 400 days to beat? The Longing is a point-and-click adventure game that takes 400 days in real time to complete, as the player must wait for the king to awaken.
Miscellaneous
- Is Sunbreak the last expansion? No, MH6 is next, and while it’s unlikely, Sunbreak might not be the last expansion, as it has received title updates.
- What is the longest Monster Hunter game? Monster Hunter Generations Ultimate is the longest Monster Hunter game, with a 79-hour runtime.
- Is Sunbreak worth the money? Yes, Sunbreak is worth playing, especially if you enjoyed Monster Hunter Rise, as it adds new maps, monsters, and mechanics that enhance gameplay.
- Should I start Sunbreak after Narwa? If you’ve defeated Narwa in the Serpent Goddess of Thunder quest, you’re ready to start Sunbreak; remember that Village Quests are separate from Hub Quests and aren’t required to start Sunbreak.