Monster Hunter Outlanders Director Says Free-to-Play Game Will Not Sell Power Through Customization Items

Monster Hunter Outlanders director Bryan Li says the upcoming free-to-play mobile game will not use customization items to sell gameplay power. Developed by Tencent’s TiMi Studio Group in collaboration with Capcom, the game brings the Monster Hunter franchise to mobile devices with a new storyline, familiar monster battles, and additional exploration activities. Its monetization model will include paid content, but the developers say cosmetic purchases will focus on player expression rather than combat advantages. In an interview with GamesIndustry.biz, published…