Monster Hunter Stories is a spinoff title in the popular Monster Hunter series, developed by Capcom and Marvelous and published by Nintendo for the Nintendo 3DS. It is a role-playing game that lets you befriend monsters, ride them, and fight alongside them in turn-based battles. The game was released in Japan in 2016 and worldwide in 2017.

If you want to play Monster Hunter Stories on your Android device, you can download the official app from the Google Play Store for $19.99. The app features the same story as the handheld console version, with improved graphics, user interface, and auto-save feature. It also has no in-app purchases.

However, before you purchase the app, you need to make sure that your device is compatible with it and has enough free space to download it. According to Capcom, the app requires Android 5.0 or higher, OpenGL ES 3.0 or higher, and at least 2.5 GB of free space. You can check the compatibility of your device on this link: https://www.us.capcommobile.com/mhs-device-compatibility

If your device meets the requirements, you can follow these steps to download and install Monster Hunter Stories on your Android device:

1. Open the Google Play Store app on your device and search for “Monster Hunter Stories”.
2. Select the app with the icon of a blue egg and a yellow cat-like creature (Navirou).
3. Tap on the green “Buy” button and confirm your payment method.
4. Wait for the app to download and install on your device. The download size is about 1.7 GB.
5. Once the installation is complete, tap on the app icon to launch it.
6. Agree to the “Monster Hunter Stories End User License Agreement” when booting the app for the first time.
7. Enjoy playing Monster Hunter Stories on your Android device!

Note: If you encounter any issues with the app, you can contact Capcom’s customer support at this email address: support@capcom.com

Monster Hunter Stories is a game that tells a different story from the main Monster Hunter series, where you play as a Rider instead of a Hunter. Riders are people who form bonds with monsters, or Monsties, and use them as their companions and allies. Riders live in harmony with nature and respect the balance of the ecosystem, unlike Hunters who hunt monsters for their resources and protection.

The game’s story begins in a forest near the village of Riders, where three young friends—the hero, Lilia, and Cheval—find a shining egg. They perform a playful imitation of the Rite of Kinship, a ritual that Riders use to bond with their Monsties, and are surprised when it actually works. The egg hatches into a baby Rathalos, a flying wyvern also known as “the King of the Skies”. They name him Ratha and take him back to the village.

However, their peaceful life is shattered when a monster infected by “the Black Blight”, a mysterious disease that makes monsters go berserk, attacks the village. The friends manage to drive it away, but not before it destroys the town and leaves scars in their hearts. A year later, the hero receives a Kinship Stone from the Village Chief and officially becomes a Rider. Lilia and Cheval both leave the village, each on their own path. The hero, accompanied by a cheerful felyne named Navirou, embarks on a new adventure into the world of hunters. Along the way, they will meet new friends and foes, discover the secrets of the Black Blight, and uncover their destiny as the legendary Rider of Ratha.

Monster Hunter Stories is a game that combines elements of exploration, combat, and customization. You can explore different environments and dungeons to find monster dens, where you can steal eggs and hatch new Monsties. You can also collect items and materials from monsters and plants to craft weapons, armor, and items. You can customize your Monsties’ appearance and abilities by using gene splicing items called “Rite of Channeling”. You can also change your own appearance by visiting barber shops and changing your clothes.

The combat system in Monster Hunter Stories is turn-based, unlike the real-time action system in the main series. During battles, you can control both your rider and your Monstie. You can choose from three types of attacks: Power, Speed, and Technical. Each type has an advantage over another: Power beats Technical, Technical beats Speed, and Speed beats Power. You can also use items and skills to heal or buff yourself or your Monstie.

As you fight alongside your Monstie, you will fill up a Kinship Gauge that allows you to perform special moves called Kinship Skills. These skills vary depending on your Monstie’s species and element. Some Monsties can also perform special actions in battle, such as flying or digging. You can also ride your Monstie during battles to boost your stats and access more powerful Kinship Skills.

Monster Hunter Stories also features multiplayer modes where you can play with other players online or locally. You can cooperate with up to three other players to take on quests or explore dungeons together. You can also compete with other players in PvP battles where you can test your skills and strategies against each other.