Monster Hunter Wilds Demo Now Available on Nintendo Switch 2 Alongside Pre-Orders
Simone Capcom has released a free Prologue Demo for Monster Hunter Wilds on Nintendo Switch 2, available now for you to get an early jump on your expedition into the Forbidden Lands ahead of the game’s December 4, 2026 release.
Carrying all save progress straight into the full game, this teaser includes the complete character creator for your Hunter and Palico partner, story cutscenes, and hunts across the Windward Plains. While online features are disabled in the demo, local wireless multiplayer lets you team up with nearby hunters right away.
Monster Hunter Wilds releases for Nintendo Switch 2 on December 4, 2026, complete with cross-play and all previous Title Update content, followed by the Ascendance expansion in 2027. Pre-orders are live now on the Nintendo eShop, offering early-bird discounts and bonus items like the Guild Knight layered armor set and Hope Charm talisman.
