Top 25 Hardest Monster Battles in the Entire Monster Hunter Series

The Monster Hunter franchise is full of brutal monsters. Here are 25 of the most challenging and why they're so nightmarish to fight.

Posted By | On 25th, Feb. 2025

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24. Hazard Primordial Malzeno (Sunbreak)

Monster Hunter Rise Sunbreak - Primordial Malzeno

As the final post-launch monster added to Sunbreak, it makes sense for Primordial Malzeno to be nothing short of an ordeal. However, as always, the event quest version goes above and beyond, as Hazard Primordial Malzeno ups the damage significantly. Its Bloodrage state becomes more devastating as time goes on, but while its attacks become more intricate, it will also get worn out quicker, creating more chances to attack. That push-and-pull dynamic makes it one of the more reasonable monsters on this list, even if it’s still exceedingly difficult.


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