Capcom’s latest RPG, Monster Hunter Stories 3: Twisted Reflection, launched globally on March 13, 2026, and has already seen significant player engagement on Steam. More than 54,000 players were logged in on the game’s first day, marking a new peak for the series.
This figure surpasses the previous record held by the second installment, which saw approximately 35,000 players at its launch. The strong debut reflects Capcom’s growing success on the PC platform, which now accounts for 50% of the company’s total sales, according to its financial reports.
Twisted Reflection is the first entry in the Monster Hunter Stories sub-series to be released on modern hardware and the Nintendo Switch 2. The game, built using Capcom’s RE Engine – originally created in 2014 for Resident Evil 7 – offers a visually rich experience. Players can expect a main campaign lasting 40-50 hours, with post-game content potentially extending playtime to over 100 hours. The Standard Edition is priced at $69.99 (£54.99), with Deluxe and Premium Deluxe bundles available for up to $89.99.
The RPG requires 50 GB of available storage space, with an SSD recommended for optimal performance. It delivers 4K graphics at 60 FPS on high-end PCs and PlayStation 5, and a stable 30 FPS mode on the Nintendo Switch 2. The game features full audio and interface support for 14 languages, including English and Japanese. Set 200 years after a civil war in the countries of Azuria and Vermeil, Twisted Reflection introduces Rudy as a companion character, offering customization options through “layered armor” sets, a departure from the talkative Felyne companion, Navirou, featured in previous titles. A new “Habitat Restoration” feature allows players to release hatched monsters into the wild, improving an area’s ecosystem rank after defeating “Feral Monsters.”
The release of Monster Hunter Stories 3: Twisted Reflection highlights the continued evolution of the Monster Hunter franchise and its expansion into new gameplay styles. Although critics have praised the game as a significant mechanical improvement for the series, initial Steam reviews currently sit at 74% positive, with some community members expressing concerns over the removal of traditional multiplayer functions.
