Key Takeaways
- Monster Hunter Stories 3: Twisted Reflection is coming in 2026 as a Nintendo Switch 2 exclusive.
- The spin-off series has gained traction, with Wings of Ruin surpassing 2 million global sales.
- Capcom aims to expand the Stories RPG experience with darker themes and enhanced visuals.
Capcom has officially unveiled Monster Hunter Stories 3: Twisted Reflection during the Nintendo Direct: Partner Showcase on July 31, 2025. This highly anticipated third entry in the spin-off RPG series will launch in 2026, exclusively for the upcoming Nintendo Switch 2.
The game continues the legacy of Monster Hunter Stories and Wings of Ruin, delivering a turn-based RPG experience distinct from the mainline Monster Hunter franchise.
Capcom Expands the Monster Hunter Stories Universe
Unlike the core Monster Hunter games, titles follow the journey of a young Rider who bonds with monsters rather than hunting them. Players hatch monsters from eggs, give them nicknames, and form lifelong partnerships. These companions — known as “Monsties” — can be used to explore the environment and battle in turn-based combat.
Monster Hunter Stories 3: Twisted Reflection is expected to evolve this formula, though Capcom has yet to detail gameplay innovations. The announcement trailer teased a darker tone and visually enhanced character models, taking full advantage of the Nintendo Switch 2’s upgraded hardware.
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Proven Success Paves the Way for a Third Entry
Capcom’s confidence in the Stories franchise has grown thanks to the commercial performance of : Wings of Ruin, which surpassed 2 million units sold globally by June 2024. While the original game never broke Capcom’s platinum sales list (1 million+), the sequel’s success proved there’s strong demand for story-driven Monster Hunter experiences.
Given this momentum, Twisted Reflection could potentially become the most successful Stories entry yet.
Nintendo Switch 2 Gets a Promising Exclusive
The 2026 release will mark one of the early exclusive RPG titles for the Nintendo Switch 2, a key move for both Capcom and Nintendo as they aim to strengthen the console’s launch window. The Switch 2’s improved processing power is expected to allow for richer visuals, faster load times, and expanded world-building in Twisted Reflection.
This exclusivity also signals Capcom’s continued support for Nintendo platforms, following a strong history of portable Monster Hunter releases.
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