Capcom Officially Unveils Public Gathering Space for Monster Hunter Freedom Unite

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As originally reported by Electronic Theatre back in May, Capcom have unveiled a public gathering space for the forthcoming Monster Hunter Freedom Unite on PlayStation Portable (PSP). The high-anticipated release is due to arrive on UK shores on June 26^th, 2009, and Capcom’s “Gathering Hall” shall open shortly after, on July 3^rd, 2009.

The UK’s first and only dedicated Monster Hunter gaming centre, will be open to the public from 3rd July, and is only a stone’s throw away from Tottenham Court Road tube station in central London. Aiming to recreate the social gaming environment enjoyed by gamers in Asia, people will be able to meet other players easily, download exclusive quests, learn how to play on dedicated tutorial nights and meet the developers when they visit the UK. The Gathering Hall will be open seven days a week and entrance will be free and exclusive to anyone with a PSP and copy of Monster Hunter Freedom Unite.

Monster Hunter is currently the biggest game in Japan by far, outselling Pokemon and Wii Fit last year. Home to over three million Electronic Theatre Image players, Japan has seen the growth of a new kind of social gaming in recent years as this PSP game has won over the hearts of gamers across the country. Players can be found in most tube compartments, in many cafes and fast food restaurants, and even just congregating on street corners. Festivals have been held in all the major cities attracting thousands of players and Monster Hunter package holidays are also popular.

Monster Hunter Freedom Unite is available exclusively for PSP from 26th June, along with a Special Edition PSP Bundle. The Gathering Hall, situated at 121 Charing Cross Road, will open on Friday 3rd July at 12pm. Electronic Theatre will of course keep you updated with any further details on this inventive and exciting project.

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