Microsoft reportedly developing Monster Hunter style co-op game Eurogamer.net If you click on a link and make a purchase we may receive a small commission. Read our editorial policy. Microsoft reportedly developing Monster Hunter style co-op game A certain affinity to Capcom's work. News by Ed Nightingale News reporter Updated on 28 Jan 2022 25 comments Microsoft is reportedly working on a Monster Hunter style co-op game. Developer Certain Affinity is behind the game, having previously collaborated on Halo and Call of Duty games among others. The news comes from GamesBeat journalist Jeff Grubb, speaking on the Giant Bomb podcast. Watch on YouTube "They're working with Certain Affinity on what seems like a Monster Hunter style game - a Monster Hunter clone," said Grubb. "They see this gameplay style succeeding, and Microsoft's like, 'hey, we should try to make one of those, is anyone out there going to pitch one?' "They want more variety in the kinds of games they're putting on Game Pass and this is an example of that. "They're like, 'we probably can't get Monster Hunter on Game Pass - that would be pretty expensive - but we definitely want a game like that, because we see the potential for that to grow and be a big thing with long-term support." Certain Affinity, based in Austin, Texas, is led by former multiplayer and online lead for the Halo series Max Hoberman. In February last year the developer announced it was working on a brand new IP. "Are we excited to take on a genre and style of game that we've always loved? Thrilled beyond words! Are we honoured to be bringing this game to market? Indescribably so! Are there any other tantalising details regarding this new venture? More than we can say!" reads a statement on the developer website. Said Hoberman at the time: "We have been building towards this project for the past few years. We're thrilled to have signed an agreement to lead development on our most ambitious title to date. This game is our creative vision to lead and our team is exceptionally passionate about it." It's possible this new IP is the Monster Hunter style game Grubb describes. Meanwhile Monster Hunter Rise is available on Steam and the PC port looks great at 4K and 60fps. Become a Eurogamer subscriber and get your first month for £1 Get your first month for £1 (normally £3.99) when you buy a Standard Eurogamer subscription. Enjoy ad-free browsing, merch discounts, our monthly letter from the editor, and show your support with a supporter-exclusive comment flair! Support us View supporter archive More News Atari will hold RollerCoaster Tycoon rights for another decade Ups and downs. 7 Lady Dimitrescu will be a tad smaller in Resident Evil Village's Mercenaries DLC Level the playing field. 1 Overwatch 2 suffers another DDoS attack and character roster bugs Mei Mei. 7 Nintendo Switch firmware update lets you take screenshots in the Switch Online app The app on your console, not your phone. 7 Latest Articles Genshin Impact Path of Gleaming Jade dates, login event rewards Including other anniversary rewards and how to claim them. Atari will hold RollerCoaster Tycoon rights for another decade Ups and downs. 7 Jelly Deals Logitech's G Pro X gaming headset is its lowest-ever price during Amazon's Early Access sale Prime Members can get it for just £52. Jelly Deals Save over £500 off the retail price on this beefy ASUS TUF Dash gaming laptop from Amazon Under £1080 for an RTX 3070 laptop. Supporters Only Premium only Off Topic: Take a minute to appreciate Cookin' with Coolio's incredible scallops recipe. What a great book. Premium only Off Topic: Reading City of Glass in comic form "Where exactly am I going?" Premium only Off Topic: Il Buco is a transporting film about a really big hole Underlands. Off-Topic Netflix handled Sandman brilliantly It was Dreamy. 9 Buy things with globes on them And other lovely Eurogamer merch in our official store! Explore our store