Monster Hunter Stories 3 is about to launch, arriving five years after its predecessor and bringing back the beloved RPG spin-off from Capcom’s Monster Hunter universe.
Monster Hunter Stories 3: Twisted Reflection
Release Date: March 13, 2026
Genres: Role-playing (RPG), Adventure
If you’re wondering when the game becomes playable in your region, which platforms it launches on, and what each edition includes, we’ve gathered all the key details in one place.
TL;DR — Monster Hunter Stories 3 Launch Info
- Release date: March 13, 2026.
- Platforms: Nintendo Switch 2, PS5, Xbox Series X|S, PC.
- Console unlock: Midnight local time in most regions.
- PC release: Several hours later depending on region.
- Editions: Standard, Deluxe, and Premium.
Table of Contents
- What is Monster Hunter Stories 3?
- Release Date and Launch Times
- Pre-Load Schedule
- Platforms
- Does the Game Have Multiplayer?
- All Editions Explained
Monster Hunter Stories 3: What Is It?
Monster Hunter Stories 3 is the third installment of Capcom’s RPG spin-off series set in the Monster Hunter universe.
Unlike the mainline action titles, Stories focuses on turn-based combat and building teams of monsters called Monsties.
Players train Monsties, explore the world using their abilities, and work to restore balance to an ecosystem threatened by a mysterious calamity.
Monster Hunter Stories 3 Release Date and Launch Times
The game launches worldwide on March 13, 2026.
Find out when your story begins with this handy map detailing the digital launch times for #MHStories3!
Pre-load start times:
Nintendo Switch 2: pre-load available now
PS5: March 11, 12am local time
Xbox & Steam: March 11, 9pm PT/4am GMT, globally pic.twitter.com/auozHNOf3b— Monster Hunter (@monsterhunter) March 9, 2026
Console versions unlock at midnight local time in most regions, while the PC version becomes available slightly later depending on region.
Monster Hunter Stories 3 Pre-Load Times
Monster Hunter Stories 3 Platforms
- Nintendo Switch 2
- PlayStation 5
- Xbox Series X|S
- PC via Steam
Does Monster Hunter Stories 3 Have Multiplayer?
At launch, Monster Hunter Stories 3 is a single-player experience. Multiplayer features have not been announced so far.
Monster Hunter Stories 3 Editions
Pre-Order Bonus
Pre-ordering the game grants the Eleanor Layered Armor: Skyscale Queen, inspired by Rathalos.
Layered Armor is purely cosmetic and does not affect gameplay stats.