Granblue Fantasy: Relink vs Monster Hunter Wilds
Both revolve around repeating boss fights for better gear, but one is an anime spectacle with punishing grind, the other a more approachable monster hunt.
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By the numbers
Prices checked Aug 7; they move faster than we refresh, so confirm on the store page.
Recent-review figures are Steam's own last-30-days window, read Aug 7.
| Measure | Granblue Fantasy: Relink | Monster Hunter Wilds |
|---|---|---|
| Value Monster Hunter Wilds wins on value | ||
| Price now | $35.99 −10% · PlanetPlay | $24.99 −64% · GreenManGaming |
| All-time low | $21.12 | $24.49 |
| Cost / hour | $2.31/hr $35.99 · 16 h main story | $1.39/hr $24.99 · 18 h main story |
| Off its low | +70% low was Nov 2025 | +2% low was Jun 2026 |
| Main story | 16 h | 18 h |
| Health | ||
| Steam reviews | 90% 55k reviews | 49% 327k reviews |
| Recent reviews | — | 64% 2k votes · vs 49% lifetime · improving |
| Peak players | 89,585 Jul 2026 · ↑ 1333% MoM | 37,439 Jul 2026 · ↓ 21% MoM |
| Launch peak | 79% of Feb 2024 launch peak · as of Jul 2026 | — |
| All-time peak | 113,179 Feb 2024 | 1,179,869 Mar 2025 · now at 3% |
| Support | ||
| Last patch | yesterday | today |
| Patch cadence | 3 in last 90 days | 3 in last 90 days |
| Steam Deck | Platinum | Gold |
Shared scale — same months across the bottom, same player-count axis up the side, so the two lines are directly comparable. A shorter line means a younger game.
What players say
Patterns from long-haul reviewers, taken from each game's verdict. Not live sentiment — each side is dated below.
Granblue Fantasy: Relink
Boss fights and combat depth keep veterans hooked past 200 hours, the expansion's new mechanics making it feel fresh again.
Grind fatigue sets in eventually, the multi-character loop demanding QoL mods to stay enjoyable for even dedicated players.
from our August 2026 verdict
Monster Hunter Wilds
Combat fluidity and the Seikret's seamless traversal keep 500-hour fans hooked, even as they lament the shallow roster.
PC crashes and AMD-specific instability are the persistent wall — long-time players report it spoils otherwise great hunts.
from our August 2026 verdict
Key differences
Which one is for you?
Pick Granblue Fantasy: Relink if
- You loved Monster Hunter but wished it had more anime character designs and flashy combat.
- You enjoy repeating the same boss to perfect your gear and sigil setups.
- You want to play solo or with friends in MMO-style boss raids without the MMO time commitment.
Pick Monster Hunter Wilds if
- You are new to the genre and want a forgiving introduction with a gentle difficulty curve.
- You prefer reactive combat where monsters feel alive and environmental interactions matter.
- You play on PS5/Xbox Series X and want cross-platform co-op right away.
Bottom line
Choose Granblue for deeper grind and flashy boss fights; choose Wilds for a more welcoming entry point and smoother co-op.