Monster Hunter
News, coverage and analysis tracking Monster Hunter across the outlets.
Game that looks a lot like Monster Hunter addresses claims that it looks a lot like Monster HunterDevelopers of the upcoming action RPG Monster Fantasy have addressed community claims that their game is too similar to Capcom's Monster Hunter series. While acknowledging Monster Hunter as an inspiration, the developers stated that Monster Fantasy focuses on unique gameplay system interactions and offers a broader experience beyond just hunting, including village building and social elements. They are also taking player feedback seriously and making design adjustments.
Resident Evil Survival Unit And Monster Hunter Team Up For JulyResident Evil Survival Unit is collaborating with Monster Hunter for a month-long event from July 2nd to July 29th. The event introduces a new co-operative game mode where players can battle iconic Monster Hunter beasts like Rathalos and Yian Kut-Ku, and earn exclusive in-game rewards. Additionally, some familiar heroes from the Monster Hunter series will join the Resident Evil Survival Unit roster for free during the event.
Face Monster Hunter’s Iconic Monsters In Resident Evil Survival UnitMonster Hunter monsters, including Yian Kut-Ku and Rathalos, will be featured in a limited-time collaboration event within the mobile game Resident Evil Survival Unit starting July 2nd. Players can hunt these iconic beasts, recruit Monster Hunter heroes, and collect meat from kills to grill for exclusive rewards like cosmetic skins. The event is available for free on Android and iOS and concludes on July 29th.- Game Crossovers and CollaborationsTwo separate video game collaborations have been announced: a Resident Evil Survival Unit collaboration with Monster Hunter, and American Dad! characters coming to Fortnite. Both announcements were accompanied by video trailers.
- Resident Evil Survival Unit Announces Collaboration Event with CAPCOM’s Monster Hunter SeriesAniplex Inc. announced a limited-time collaboration event between the mobile strategy game Resident Evil Survival Unit and CAPCOM's Monster Hunter series, set to begin on July 2, 2026. The event will introduce Monster Hunter-inspired elements into Resident Evil Survival Unit, offering players exclusive in-game events and rewards. A teaser trailer for the collaboration is now available.
- Morning PreviewsA Plague Tale Legacy is shifting from its stealth roots to a more action-oriented, Tomb Raider-like experience. Monster Fantasy blends the life simulation elements of Animal Crossing with the monster-collecting and combat of Monster Hunter.
Capcom made twice as much money on Steam compared to PlayStation in the last year, boosted by Resident Evil, Monster Hunter, and Devil May Cry as PC gaming continues to growCapcom generated nearly double the revenue from Steam compared to PlayStation in its last fiscal year, with Steam accounting for 20.7% of earnings and PlayStation 10.6%. This growth in PC gaming revenue is attributed to titles like Resident Evil, Monster Hunter, and Devil May Cry, despite a noted disaster with the Monster Hunter Wilds PC port.
After 7 years, Devil May Cry 5 just had its most successful year yet following a divisive Netflix series and some deep…Devil May Cry 5 achieved its highest sales year in the last fiscal year, selling 2.7 million copies, surpassing its previous best. This success follows deep discounts and the release of a Netflix series, with Capcom aiming to establish Devil May Cry as a core intellectual property alongside Resident Evil and Monster Hunter. A Nintendo Switch version is also planned.
Resident Evil, Monster Hunter, and Street Fighter are still going strong because their direction is no longer "tied to the ideas of a single creator," Capcom exec saysCapcom's President and COO Haruhiro Tsujimoto stated that the company's success with series like Resident Evil, Monster Hunter, and Street Fighter is due to a shift away from single-creator driven development towards a team-based approach. This allows franchises to continue even if original creators depart, contrasting with series like Metal Gear Solid which have been heavily reliant on Hideo Kojima. Capcom aims to nurture all its titles, including Devil May Cry, with this collaborative development model.
Japanese gamers reveal their favourite games and the answers might surprise youA survey by Japanese magazine Famitsu revealed that RPGs dominate the preferences of Japanese gamers, with series like Dragon Quest and Final Fantasy being highly influential and desired. Nintendo was named the nation's favorite developer, and The Legend of Zelda: Breath of the Wild was a top pick for recommendations and replaying. The survey highlights a significant difference in gaming tastes compared to Western markets, with a strong emphasis on adventure and anime-style games in Japan.
Japanese gamers vote on most influential game and series, favorite character, favorite developer, moreFamitsu magazine's 40th-anniversary survey of over 5,000 Japanese gamers revealed Nintendo as the favorite developer and Mario as the favorite character. The Legend of Zelda: Breath of the Wild was highly recommended, while Final Fantasy and Dragon Quest series dominated influence and sequel requests. Masahiro Sakurai was named favorite creator.- LUPIO STUDIOS LLC PRESENTS: “THE LAST WORLDS: CROSSED SOULS” with a playable demo at Steam Next Fest and an early access release on 1st AugustLupio Studios LLC is preparing to launch its 3D Open-World Action RPG, "The Last Worlds: Crossed Souls," with a playable demo at Steam Next Fest from June 15-22, 2026. The game is scheduled for an Early Access release on August 1, 2026, with a full release planned for Q4 2026, priced at $35.99 USD. The title, developed using Unreal Engine 5 without AI, will eventually be ported to PC, Nintendo Switch, PlayStation 5, and Xbox Series X.
Video: Wo Long 2 coming to Nintendo Switch 2Koei Tecmo has announced Wo Long 2: Wings of Ruin, a sequel to the souls-like action game set in ancient China, is slated for an early 2027 release on the Nintendo Switch 2. The game was featured in the Xbox Game Showcase. The article also briefly mentions other unrelated game news including Pokemon Scarlet/Violet updates and Famitsu review scores for Wo Long: Fallen Dynasty and Wild Hearts.
I wish more video game publishers were like Capcom - Reader's FeatureThis reader's feature argues that Capcom is currently a model publisher due to its focus on high-quality games, experimentation with new intellectual property, and avoidance of layoffs. The author contrasts Capcom's approach with companies like EA and Activision, highlighting the success of Capcom's Resident Evil remakes and their willingness to take risks on new titles.
Capcom reveals Monster Hunter Wilds: Ascendance, the "massive expansion" fans have been waiting forCapcom revealed Monster Hunter Wilds: Ascendance, a massive expansion set to launch in 2027 for PlayStation 5, Xbox Series X, and PC. The expansion will introduce new monsters, including Elder Dragons like Lao-Shan Lung and Kushala Daora, new weapon abilities such as a flaming gauntlet, and new environments with floating islands.
Capcom learns all the right lessons from Pragmata's success: "The creation of completely new IPs is an important initiative" that "we intend to continue pursuing"Capcom is doubling down on the creation of new intellectual properties, citing the success of Pragmata as a key lesson. The publisher views new IPs as crucial for sustainable growth and intends to continue pursuing them, leveraging the development expertise gained from Pragmata. This strategy complements their established franchises like Resident Evil and Monster Hunter.
Capcom confirms multiple unannounced games coming before March 2027Capcom has announced that multiple unannounced games are planned for release before the end of its fiscal year in March 2027. While specific titles were not revealed, speculation includes potential remakes of Resident Evil Code: Veronica, Devil May Cry 6, and new entries in the Ace Attorney and Monster Hunter series. This news follows a period of strong performance for Capcom's major franchises.
Capcom says it out loud: Pragmata has done so well that it will "consider the possibility of developing it into a…Capcom is considering turning its new IP, Pragmata, into a series due to its critical acclaim and strong sales of over two million copies within 16 days. The publisher highlighted the game's fresh gameplay, compelling characters, and world setting as key factors in its success. Capcom also noted that Pragmata is a good example of successful collaboration between younger and experienced staff.
Hands On: Onimusha: Way of the Sword Is Set to Continue Capcom's Generational Winning StreakCapcom's upcoming title, Onimusha: Way of the Sword, shows significant promise based on a recently released demo. The game modernizes the classic Onimusha formula with a unique, tactical combat system that avoids Souls-like or typical hack-and-slash mechanics. Set for a 2026 release, the demo suggests a dark and atmospheric experience with satisfying weight and responsive controls, potentially becoming another hit in Capcom's strong generational lineup.
Here's a choose your own adventure RPG from a former Capcom dev who spent six years in a remote Japanese mountain village making itFormer Capcom and Vanillaware developer Yoshio Nishimura has created Veritas Tales: Witch of the Dark Castle, a choose your own adventure RPG developed over six years in a remote Japanese mountain village. The game, which heavily draws inspiration from tabletop RPGs and features hand-drawn art by Nishimura, is set to release on July 9th and is available to wishlist on Steam. The soundtrack is being composed by Hitoshi Sakimoto.