Monster Hunter Stories 3: Twisted Reflection is the third installment of the popular RPG series set in the Monster Hunter universe, in which the player takes on the role of a rider who builds unique bonds with monsters. This time, the creators present the darkest and most dramatic story in the history of the series. The game is set in a world on the brink of extinction. Azuria and Vermeil – two powerful countries – are heading for collapse, and the specter of ecological catastrophe hangs over the lands. When all hope seems lost, an egg containing Rathalos, a monster presumed extinct, is found. However, the symbol of rebirth quickly turns into a harbinger of tragedy. Not one, but two twin Rathalos hatch from the egg, marked by a mysterious, non-Abolus symbol associated with a bloody civil war 200 years ago. Their existence becomes the spark that rekindles conflicts between nations and deepens the chaos in a world where more and more species of monsters are on the verge of extinction. The player takes on the role of a horseman riding the faithful Rathalos and embarks on a perilous journey to uncover the truth behind the twin monsters, the past war, and the impending catastrophe. The plot focuses on emotions, dramatic choices and the conflict between destiny and human will. Monster Hunter Stories 3: Twisted Reflection features classic RPG gameplay for the series, focused on exploration, turn-based combat, and developing relationships with monsters. It's an epic tale of hope, despair, and bonds that could change the fate of the entire world.