Capcom has confirmed that Monster Hunter Wilds will be coming to Nintendo's next‑generation handheld, the Switch 2.
The announcement follows the game's initial release last February on other platforms and signals Capcom's continued investment in bringing its mainline Monster Hunter entries to Nintendo hardware.
Background and release context
Monster Hunter Wilds launched last February for other platforms; Capcom says a Switch 2 version is currently in development.
The company has not provided a specific release date, noting that a more detailed timeline will be shared at a later time.
The developer also used the announcement to highlight the upcoming expansion, Monster Hunter Wilds: Ascendance, which remains part of Capcom's post‑launch roadmap for the title.
Developer message summarized
In an official developer message accompanying the announcement, Capcom explained that the Switch 2 port is intended to expand the game's player base on Nintendo hardware while maintaining the core gameplay experience.
The statement clarified that work is ongoing and that the team will provide further updates when development milestones are reached.
In plain terms: Capcom confirmed Monster Hunter Wilds is being adapted for Switch 2, but a release window and specific delivery details will be announced in the future.
What this means for players and platforms
Bringing Monster Hunter Wilds to Switch 2 continues a long history of Monster Hunter titles appearing on Nintendo platforms, from earlier handhelds to the Nintendo Switch.
Capcom's decision underscores the franchise's cross‑platform strategy and the developer's willingness to support additional hardware iterations.
Details such as save compatibility, performance targets, or eShop availability have not yet been disclosed by Capcom.
Next steps and where to watch for news
Capcom has indicated that further information will be released in due course.
Fans tracking this port should watch official Capcom channels and Nintendo broadcasts—such as future Nintendo Direct presentations and the publisher's own developer updates—for announcements about the Switch 2 release window, platform features, and Ascendance expansion timing.
For now, Capcom's confirmation that Monster Hunter Wilds is in development for Switch 2 gives Nintendo players a clear signal that the franchise will continue to appear on Nintendo platforms, with more details to follow from the developer.
The announcement follows the game's initial release last February on other platforms and signals Capcom's continued investment in bringing its mainline Monster Hunter entries to Nintendo hardware.
Background and release context
Monster Hunter Wilds launched last February for other platforms; Capcom says a Switch 2 version is currently in development.
The company has not provided a specific release date, noting that a more detailed timeline will be shared at a later time.
The developer also used the announcement to highlight the upcoming expansion, Monster Hunter Wilds: Ascendance, which remains part of Capcom's post‑launch roadmap for the title.
Developer message summarized
In an official developer message accompanying the announcement, Capcom explained that the Switch 2 port is intended to expand the game's player base on Nintendo hardware while maintaining the core gameplay experience.
The statement clarified that work is ongoing and that the team will provide further updates when development milestones are reached.
In plain terms: Capcom confirmed Monster Hunter Wilds is being adapted for Switch 2, but a release window and specific delivery details will be announced in the future.
What this means for players and platforms
Bringing Monster Hunter Wilds to Switch 2 continues a long history of Monster Hunter titles appearing on Nintendo platforms, from earlier handhelds to the Nintendo Switch.
Capcom's decision underscores the franchise's cross‑platform strategy and the developer's willingness to support additional hardware iterations.
Details such as save compatibility, performance targets, or eShop availability have not yet been disclosed by Capcom.
Next steps and where to watch for news
Capcom has indicated that further information will be released in due course.
Fans tracking this port should watch official Capcom channels and Nintendo broadcasts—such as future Nintendo Direct presentations and the publisher's own developer updates—for announcements about the Switch 2 release window, platform features, and Ascendance expansion timing.
For now, Capcom's confirmation that Monster Hunter Wilds is in development for Switch 2 gives Nintendo players a clear signal that the franchise will continue to appear on Nintendo platforms, with more details to follow from the developer.