In which year did the first Monster Hunter game get released?

The first Monster Hunter game was released in the year 2004. This game was developed and published by Capcom for the PlayStation 2 console. It introduced players to the thrilling world of hunting and battling various monsters in a vast and immersive environment. The game's success led to the creation of an entire franchise, with subsequent sequels and spin-offs being released on various platforms and gaining worldwide popularity among gaming enthusiasts.