After making its debut on PC, PS5 and Xbox Series, Monster Hunter Wilds, a hunting-action game from Capcom, will join the Nintendo Switch 2 on December 4, 2026. Unveiled during the Nintendo Direct on September 9, 2026, this port will let players continue the hunts in TV, tabletop or handheld modes, while preserving multiplayer features.
Our preview of Monster Hunter Wilds:
While swinging by Paris Games Week, we got hands-on with Capcom's new title. And it's a pleasant surprise. Graphically, it's pretty impressive and incredibly dynamic. A true next-gen game with deeper, richer level design, offering a living world beyond the playable character, and above all, no loading times between different parts of the map.
On the gameplay side, it's full-featured and fairly smooth to handle, with encounters that feel tactically pitched. As in other games from the franchise, you'll need to outsmart the monsters by hitting their weak points to bring them down. You'll also have to master each weapon, each with its own distinctive playstyle.
A special nod to the cutscenes, genuinely stunning. A dynamic, highly cinematic story as well... We can't get enough. All told, a promising title that seems to shake up the genre a bit... We'll reserve judgment until its full release to see for sure!
The preview for the Nintendo Switch 2 leans on familiar elements from the base game: exploring the Forbidden Lands, taking on colossal beasts, and cooperative play. The clip also demonstrates the switch from TV mode to handheld. It also notes that post-release content will be bundled into this edition.
"Dynamic, ever-changing environments. A tale of monsters and humans in a two-faced world: on one side, harsh, unforgiving lands where beasts battle over scarce resources; on the other, a vibrant, life-filled landscape. Step into the role of a professional monster hunter and safeguard the ecosystem's balance by tracking the creatures. Use the loot from your hunts to forge armor and weapons that grow ever mightier as you unravel the mysteries of these new realms. Experience the most advanced action and the most immersive Monster Hunter yet.".
The different zones of Monster Hunter Wilds evolve with the weather. Droughts, heavy rain, and periods of plenty reshape the local wildlife, how monsters behave, and the hunting strategies you should favor. The Seikret, the mount used by your character, makes travel easier and lets you carry a second weapon.
The Focus mode sharpens your aim for precise strikes and blocks, then lets you target the wounds on enemies. The materials you collect from confrontations are used to craft or upgrade gear. Progression combines preparation, studying your targets, combat, and managing the resources you’ve gathered.
According to the official porting site, this edition will include all updates that have already been rolled out. It will notably grant access to Grand-Camp, to Mizutsune, to Lagiacrus, and to the special collaboration with FINAL FANTASY XIV Online.
Nintendo France's listing shows support for solo play, local wireless multiplayer for one to four players, and online matches for up to four participants. Crossplay will let players on other platforms join in. An active Nintendo Switch Online subscription will be required for online features.
A free Prologue demo is available on PC, PS5, and Xbox Series X|S. It covers the beginning of the story up to the early sequences of Chapter 1-3, "Towards the Forest," in offline mode. Character creation and all 14 weapon classes are available. Your save can then be transferred to the full game on the same platform.
The Monster Hunter Wilds Gold Edition bundles the core game with a cosmetic content suite. This collection comprises ten DLC packs, including the Monster Hunter Wilds Extras bundle. At launch, the base game saw a permanent price cut, with the discount amount varying by retailer and region.
The Monster Hunter Wilds Championship – Global Exhibition is slated to bring together four two‑player teams from events held in Japan, the United States, Europe, and Taiwan in September 2026. Two tournament‑linked challenge quests will also be made available to players.
The technical specs of the Nintendo Switch 2 adaptation, particularly its resolution and refresh rate, still need to be clarified. Capcom is expected to reveal further details about this port before its release.
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