Monster Hunter Stories 3 amiibo Launch Set for March 2026 Release on Nintendo Switch

Monster Hunter Stories 3 amiibo Launch Set for March 2026 Release on Nintendo Switch The Monster Hunter franchise has been a cornerstone of Capcom’s success for decades, blending high-stakes action RPG gameplay with a strong community of players on Nintendo platforms.

Now, with Monster Hunter Stories 3 confirmed for release on March 13, 2026, Capcom is continuing its tradition of launching exclusive amiibo figurines alongside their flagship titles.

This longstanding practice, which began with the original Monster Hunter Stories on Nintendo 3DS, continues to appeal to both dedicated collectors and fans eager for unique in-game content. Capcom revealed the new amiibo at this year’s Tokyo Game Show, where attendees caught their first glimpse of the trio: Rathalos, Rathian, and Palico.

These figures showcase Monster Hunter Stories 3’s distinct visual style, and will be compatible with Nintendo Switch, delivering additional features when scanned.

While Capcom has not yet provided detailed information about the specific in-game bonuses, it is confirmed that the amiibo will grant players special unlocks within Monster Hunter Stories 3, maintaining the series’ rich history of amiibo functionality. A Capcom spokesperson at the event emphasized, in summary, that the company is proud to offer collectors and fans another opportunity to engage with the Monster Hunter universe through these high-quality amiibo.

This approach resonates especially deeply given that Monster Hunter Stories originally debuted on the Nintendo 3DS, a platform closely associated with amiibo integration.

Though Monster Hunter Stories didn’t make the leap to other platforms until 2024, Capcom’s continued commitment to Nintendo’s amiibo ecosystem demonstrates the enduring value of these figures. The amiibo program has evolved since its inception in 2014.

While Nintendo originally promoted amiibo as versatile cross-title collectibles, their presence on the Nintendo Switch has shifted toward smaller, game-specific perks rather than broad, system-wide functionality.

Despite this, Capcom persists as one of the most consistent third-party supporters, releasing new figures every few months to satisfy the demand among collectors and series enthusiasts.

Monster Hunter Stories 3 and its associated amiibo—Rathalos, Rathian, and Palico—will launch for Nintendo Switch and other platforms on March 13, 2026.

Fans can expect these figures to release simultaneously with the game, reflecting Capcom’s dedication to offering added value with each major Monster Hunter installment.

For players and collectors alike, this release marks another milestone in the ongoing collaboration between Capcom and Nintendo, celebrating both innovation in gameplay and the staying power of physical game collectibles.

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