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Monster Hunter Outlanders

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By ·Published Aug 4, 2026·Updated Oct 26, 2026·Last checked Oct 26, 2026·Official sources verified

Monster Hunter Outlanders is a mobile open-world hunting action RPG set on Aesoland, an island whose ecosystems are affected by a mysterious mineral called Radiantite. Players become Adventurers who explore large wilderness areas, track and fight powerful monsters, gather resources, and build facilities that make remote locations easier to navigate. Combat keeps familiar Monster Hunter weapon styles while giving individual Adventurers their own skills and combat roles. Players can hunt alone or form a four-player squad, with companion creatures called Buddies providing additional support during exploration and battles.

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On September 29, 2026, Capcom officially confirmed that Monster Hunter Outlanders will launch on October 29, 2026 for Android and iOS. The announcement establishes a specific worldwide mobile release date, replacing the earlier general 2026 release window. Capcom also reconfirmed the game's free-to-play model with in-app purchases and its development by TiMi Studio Group.

Release date and status

Monster Hunter Outlanders is officially scheduled to launch globally on October 29, 2026 for Android and iOS. The date was announced by Capcom on September 29, 2026, replacing the earlier release window that identified only 2026.

The game remains Upcoming until its worldwide release. An exact Global launch time and timezone have not been established in the official announcements reviewed. Players can pre-register through the official mobile storefronts ahead of launch.

Global releaseOct 29, 2026
Platforms
Global statusUpcoming
Pricing modelFree-to-play·In-app purchases·Subscription
AvailabilityApp StoreGoogle Play

Platforms and availability

Monster Hunter Outlanders is confirmed for Android and iOS / iPadOS. Global pre-registration is available through Google Play and the App Store. The game is being designed specifically for mobile devices, with its controls and Monster Hunter combat adapted for smartphone and tablet play.

Gameplay and setting

Monster Hunter Outlanders takes place on Aesoland, an island containing large interconnected environments, diverse ecosystems, environmental creatures, field mechanisms, and changing weather conditions. A mineral called Radiantite has transformed some familiar monsters into Radiant Species with altered appearances, stronger abilities, and more aggressive behavior. Ruger Aidal is an original Elder Dragon created specifically for Outlanders.

Players control Adventurers who combine familiar Monster Hunter weapons with character-specific abilities. The official App Store listing identifies eight classic weapon types: Great Sword, Long Sword, Dual Blades, Hammer, Lance, Charge Blade, Heavy Bowgun, and Bow. Adventurers are divided into combat roles such as Assault, Disruptor, and Support, and different characters can use their weapon styles in distinct ways.

Exploration is part of the hunting loop rather than simply a path between battles. Players gather resources and construct facilities that can help them cross the environment, reach new locations, find useful items, and approach hunts differently. Companion characters called Buddies can accompany Adventurers, including Palicoes and the original companions Rutaco and Trillan. Hunts can be undertaken alone or with a squad of up to four players.

Trailer, screenshots, and media

The selected announcement trailer and gallery show Monster Hunter Outlanders' mobile hunting combat, large wilderness environments, playable Adventurers, familiar Monster Hunter weapons, and encounters with large monsters.

Monster Hunter Outlanders Official Announcement TrailerWatch on YouTube
Screenshots
A hunter explores a natural environment in Monster Hunter Outlanders.A hunter confronts a large monster during a hunt in Monster Hunter Outlanders.A hunter uses a weapon against a large monster during combat.A hunter faces a large creature in a wilderness hunting area.Monster Hunter Outlanders gameplay shows a hunter battling a monster in the field.A hunter engages a monster across the wilderness of Monster Hunter Outlanders.A playable Adventurer is shown during Monster Hunter Outlanders gameplay.

Developer and publisher

TiMi Studio Group, a studio group under Tencent Games, handles development and operations for Monster Hunter Outlanders through a licensing agreement for the Monster Hunter brand. Capcom owns the Monster Hunter property and supervises the licensed project, while Level Infinite publishes the Global mobile storefront release.

Download and availability

Monster Hunter Outlanders is scheduled for its Global mobile launch on October 29, 2026. Players can pre-register through the App Store for iPhone and iPad or Google Play for Android before release. The game follows a free-to-play model with optional in-app purchases, including a subscription option listed by the App Store.

The official storefront listings provide the acquisition routes for the mobile release. Pre-registration does not mean that the full Global game is already playable, and the exact launch time has not been established.

System / Device Requirements

Final detailed Android hardware requirements for Monster Hunter Outlanders have not been announced yet. Earlier closed beta tests used specific test-device requirements, but those specifications are not confirmed as the final Global launch hardware floor because optimization is continuing toward release.

Detailed Android requirements for Monster Hunter Outlanders have not been announced yet.

The App Store currently specifies iOS 15.0 or later for iPhone and iPadOS 15.0 or later for iPad. Its listed app package size is approximately 3.6 GB. This figure represents the current App Store package size and must not be treated as the final required free-space figure for the installed game.

iOS / iPadOS requirements
iOS / iPadOS specificationOfficial value
iPhone OSiOS 15.0 or later
iPad OSiPadOS 15.0 or later
App Store package size3.6 GB
iPhone OS
Official value
iOS 15.0 or later
iPad OS
Official value
iPadOS 15.0 or later
App Store package size
Official value
3.6 GB
Detailed requirements for Android are not available yet.

FAQ

Is Monster Hunter Outlanders available to download now?
Not generally. It is currently in a Closed Beta Test (CBT3, started August 7, 2026) limited to selected applicants in Japan, the United States, Canada, Germany, the United Kingdom, France, and the Philippines, with no confirmed global release date yet.
What platforms will Monster Hunter Outlanders release on?
The game is confirmed for Android and iOS.
Is Monster Hunter Outlanders free to play?
Yes. It is planned as a free-to-play title, though the closed beta builds run without in-app purchases and the final monetization model for the full release has not been confirmed.
Who is developing Monster Hunter Outlanders?
TiMi Studio Group develops the game under license from Capcom, and Level Infinite publishes it.
What is Aesoland?
Aesoland is the island setting of Monster Hunter Outlanders, home to Radiant species, monsters whose appearance and abilities have been altered by the island's Radiantite mineral.
What device specifications were needed to join the third closed beta test?
For the third closed beta test, Android devices needed a Snapdragon 845 processor or above and Android 12.0 or above, while iOS devices needed an iPhone XR or later running iOS 17 or above.
How many players can hunt together in Monster Hunter Outlanders?
The game supports cooperative multiplayer for up to four players alongside solo play.
Are Palicoes available as companions?
Yes. Palico returns as a Buddy alongside two Outlanders-exclusive companions, Rutaco and Trillan.
How do Arkaya and Ouyang Varen play differently when both use a Lance?
Arkaya is a Support Adventurer who builds Resolve through attacks, then spends it on a powerful strike that also grants a substantial shield. Ouyang Varen is an Assault Adventurer who emphasizes guarding and uses Impetus to strengthen his thrusting attacks.
How does Pyro turn taking damage into an advantage?
Pyro uses a Great Sword fighting style that rewards enduring incoming attacks. Taking punishment helps fuel powerful counteroffensive strikes, allowing Pyro to deliver heavy burst damage.
How can Madelyn support teammates while using a Bow?
Madelyn combines Bow attacks with medicines and Spores. Her skills can apply Spores that detonate to damage enemies while also providing a boost to Madelyn and nearby allies.
What is the difference between Rutaco and Trillan as Buddies?
Rutaco is a Disruptor Buddy skilled at using tools and Radiantite for construction. Trillan is a Support Buddy who uses vocal abilities to assist Adventurers, giving the two companions different ways to contribute during exploration and hunting.
How do Radiant Rathian and Radiant Anjanath fight differently from their ordinary counterparts?
Radiant Rathian has enhanced mobility and more developed venom glands, making its poisonous attacks especially dangerous. Radiant Anjanath produces stronger flames and can excavate Radiantite from the ground to throw at enemies.
What does Luka's Thunder Coating do?
Luka uses a Bow empowered by lightning. Certain abilities strengthen the Thunder Coating applied to arrows, allowing charged shots to produce electrical arcs that pierce through their targets.
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