Breaking: Monster Hunter Goes Mobile with Ambitious Open-World Adventure
In a groundbreaking announcement that’s sending ripples through the gaming community, Capcom and TiMi Studio Group have unveiled their latest collaboration: Monster Hunter Outlanders, a free-to-play mobile game that promises to bring the full monster-hunting experience to smartphones.
The development team behind hit mobile titles like Call of Duty Mobile and Pokémon Unite is taking on the beloved Monster Hunter franchise, aiming to create what they call a “fully-featured game” that stays true to the series’ roots while embracing modern mobile gaming features.
A True Monster Hunter Experience on Mobile
The recently released trailer presents breathtaking visuals that exceed the capabilities of mobile graphics. Players will explore vast, seamlessly connected environments ranging from dense forests to scorching deserts. Fan-favorite monsters like the fearsome Anjanath and Great Jagras make their mobile debut, ready to challenge hunters on the go.
Hunters can use a glider system to soar through the air and navigate the open world, drawing inspiration from The Legend of Zelda: Breath of the Wild. This mobility option adds a new dimension to the traditional Monster Hunter exploration experience.
More Than Just Solo Hunting
Dong Huang, TiMi Studio Group’s producer, emphasizes the game’s social features: “We’re bringing what makes Monster Hunter special to mobile players, but we’re doing it in a way that embraces modern gaming. The open world isn’t just big; it’s alive with community features and social systems that today’s players expect.”
The game supports both solo play and multiplayer hunts with up to four players, maintaining the series’ signature cooperative gameplay. Regular world events and activities will keep the game fresh and give hunters reasons to return to the hunt.
Crafting and character switching
True to Monster Hunter tradition, crafting remains a core feature. Survival in different biomes requires players to make their own gear and tools. A unique addition to the formula is the ability to switch between different characters as the story unfolds, each bringing their own abilities to the hunt.
We have optimized the combat system for mobile while maintaining the series’ traditional weapons. This careful balance aims to make the game accessible to newcomers while satisfying veteran hunters.
Part of a Growing Universe
Monster Hunter Outlanders joins an expanding Monster Hunter universe that has seen tremendous growth since Monster Hunter World’s breakthrough success in 2018. The franchise has spawned a Hollywood movie, multiple game releases, and even a location-based AR game developed with Niantic.
This latest addition comes at an exciting time for Monster Hunter fans, with Monster Hunter Wilds already generating buzz after attracting over 463,000 players on Steam during its initial showing. While Wilds heads to consoles and PC on February 28, mobile gamers can look forward to several playtests for Outlanders before its official launch.
Looking Ahead
While no specific release date has been announced, TiMi Studio Group’s track record with mobile adaptations of major franchises suggests Monster Hunter: Outlanders is in capable hands. The studio’s experience with Pokémon Unite and Call of Duty Mobile demonstrates their ability to translate beloved gaming experiences to mobile platforms while maintaining their core appeal.
For Monster Hunter fans and mobile gamers alike, Outlanders represents an exciting evolution of the franchise. The combination of traditional Monster Hunter gameplay with modern mobile features could set a new standard for what’s possible in mobile gaming.
Stay tuned for more updates on playtest dates and release information for this ambitious new entry in the Monster Hunter series.