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'Monster Hunter Freedom 2nd G' (PSP) Sells Over 1.5 Million

by Rainier on April 9, 2008 @ 12:28 a.m. PDT

Monster Hunter Portable 2nd G, known in Europe/North America as Monster Hunter Freedom, is an expansion for Capcom's multiplayer RPG, adding new equipment, monsters, and missions. Launched March 27, Capcom announced that Monster Hunter Freedom 2G has shipped over 1.5 million units in Japan.

"Monster Hunter Freedom 2G", the long awaited sequel to the '#1-selling game for the PSP', was released in Japan on March 27, 2008. The overwhelming success and popularity of the Monster Hunter franchise together with a renewed focus on co-operative play has gained this title tremendous support. Also, in addition to new regions and monsters, the introduction of the Felyne Comrade System along with the ability to transfer data over from "Monster Hunter Freedom 2" has been very well-received. This has resulted in more a million units being moved in only 6 days since the game’s release. We anticipate that this title will be a long-seller, as have all of the games in the Monster Hunter franchise.

"Monster Hunter Freedom 2G" has become a runaway success thanks to the introduction of exciting new gameplay elements along with the ability to transfer data over from "Monster Hunter Freedom 2". This hot seller has become an instant hit with fans of the series, and also has attracted a wealth of new users eager for this exciting entertainment experience.

Capcom released "Monster Hunter Freedom 2" in February 2007, and the title has continued to sell well since its release, while also bringing in new fans to the series. The game gives friends the chance to hunt together using the PSP's ad hoc mode, and Capcom is grateful that it has been so well received by PSPĀ® owners.

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