Capcom Sets October 20 Demo for Monster Hunter Wilds on Switch 2
Capcom announced an early-game demo of Monster Hunter Wilds for Nintendo Switch 2 arriving October 20, 2026, with save data transferable to the full version.
Capcom announced on October 15, 2026 that an early-game demo of Monster Hunter Wilds for Nintendo Switch 2 will be distributed on October 20, 2026, according to Automaton Media. The demo lets players try character creation and the early story.
Save data from the demo can be carried over to the full version of the game. The demo also supports local wireless multiplayer.
The Nintendo Switch 2 version of Monster Hunter Wilds is set for release on December 4, 2026. It includes all update content from the PC (Steam)/PS5/Xbox Series X|S versions and supports local wireless multiplayer.
Background
Monster Hunter Wilds launched for PC (Steam)/PS5/Xbox Series X|S on February 28, 2025. In June 2026, Capcom revealed the game was also in development for Nintendo Switch 2, and in September 2026 announced the Switch 2 version would arrive on December 4, 2026. A large DLC titled Ascendance is scheduled for PC (Steam)/PS5/Xbox Series X|S/Nintendo Switch 2 in 2027.
Quick answers
When is the Monster Hunter Wilds demo for Nintendo Switch 2 released?
Capcom announced the early-game demo will be distributed on October 20, 2026.
Can I transfer demo save data to the full game?
Yes, save data from the demo can be carried over to the full version.
When does Monster Hunter Wilds release on Nintendo Switch 2?
The Nintendo Switch 2 version is set for release on December 4, 2026.