Capcom announced Monster Hunter Stories 3: Twisted Reflection. This all-new adventure is the latest instalment in the popular RPG series where Monster Riders embark on thrilling journeys across the vast world of Monster Hunter. Monster Hunter Stories 3: Twisted Reflection will launch on Nintendo Switch, PlayStation 5, Xbox Series X|S, and PC via Steam in 2026.

This title builds upon the beloved Monster Hunter Stories universe, where players bond with monsters, raise them, and embark on adventures as “Riders” across the vast world of Monster Hunter. Currently in development for a 2026 release, the game aims to captivate not only long-time fans of the series but also RPG enthusiasts worldwide.

The reveal includes the announcement trailer and teaser visual, offering a glimpse into the game’s evolved graphics and emotionally rich story.

Monster Hunter Stories 3: Twisted Reflection tells the story of two nations on the path to ruin. Amidst the growing crystal encroachment facing the lands of Azuria and Vermeil, the discovery of a mysterious egg gives cause for hope. From the shell hatches a monster long thought to be extinct, a Rathalos. However, this glimmer quickly gives way to despair as a second monster emerges from the egg. The twin Rathalos share the same mark as the twin Skyscale Rathalos, portents of destruction that hearken back to a civil war waged 200 years ago. As the environment deteriorates and monsters face extinction, the flames of war once again begin to stir.

Protagonist

Monstie: Ratha (Skyscale Rathalos)

In this tale, players take on the role of the heir to Azuria. Blessed with special abilities leading them to become the leader of the Rangers and sole Rathalos Rider in the kingdom, the protagonist passionately performs their duties, protecting monsters and investigating egg quartz. However, a life-changing event soon drives them to investigate the strange phenomena threatening the world. In their search for the truth, they set out for the forbidden land beyond the northern Meridian.

• The protagonist is fully customizable, including hairstyle, eye colour, and more.
• Monstie: Partner monsters bonded with Riders and live alongside them.

Eleanor

Monstie: Angie (Anjanath)

The hero is joined in their quest by Eleanor, princess of Vermeil. Troubled by the worsening situation, she offers herself as a ‘hostage’ to Azuria in hopes of easing tensions between the two nations. Moved by the efforts of the Rangers, Eleanor and her cherished Monstie Anjanath come along for the ride, seeking to uncover the true intentions of her sister, the Queen of Vermeil. Bound together by the encroaching shadow of calamity, they step into the torrent of fate and venture into forbidden ground.

Featured Monstie: Ratha

Once believed to be extinct in Azuria, this Rathalos was born ten years ago through a ritual after the protagonist’s mother discovered an egg quartz deep in the forest. Bearing skyscale, it is one of the twin Skyscale Rathalos said to bring calamity. It now serves as the protagonist’s Monstie in Azuria.

Monster Highlight: Magnamalo

Adorned with armour-like shells, this fearsome creature is also known as the “Vengeful Beast.” With an insatiable appetite, it devours prey whole — bones and all. The ghostly fire that rises from its body is caused by gas released during digestion.

Magnamalo stands in the path of our heroes as they travel northward… guarding something unknown.

A new tale unfolds — of a Rider and Rathalos, bound by fate. Look forward to the next chapter in Monster Hunter Stories!