Monster Hunter spent years as a series that was mainly popular in Japan. But with 2018's smash hit Monster Hunter: World, it expanded to reach a global audience, becoming one of today's hottest franchises. In it, players battle monsters and harvest items from them to improve their weapons and armor for the next hunt. Readers will learn about the origins of Monster Hunter and how the series has evolved over time. Features include a glossary, references, websites, source notes, and an index. Aligned to Common Core Standards and correlated to state standards. Essential Library is an imprint of Abdo Publishing, a division of ABDO.