Monster Hunter: World Worldwide Release Date Announced

Capcom has finally revealed a release date for Monster Hunter: World. The game is launching worldwide for PS4 and Xbox One on January 26th, 2018, the publisher announced at Sony’s Tokyo Game Show conference. A Windows PC version will come at a later unspecified date, according to a press release.

In addition to the January release date, Capcom also released a new trailer and information on special editions of Monster Hunter: World. The trailer, posted above, shows off new creatures, including the Pukei-Pukei and Nergigante, and environments like the Coral Highlands and Astera, the base of operations for the Research Commission.

Capcom also detailed a Digital Deluxe Edition and physical Collector’s Edition for North America that will launch alongside the base game:

Digital Deluxe Edition:

• Cost: $69.99
• Digital copy of Monster Hunter: World
• Samurai Set skin
• Three gestures
• Two sticker sets
• Extra face paint / hair style option
• 14 themed PSN avatars (PS4 only)

Collector’s Edition:

• Cost: $149.99
• Physical copy of Monster Hunter: World
• Voucher for all in-game additions from the Deluxe Edition
• 32-page hardcover art book
• Flagship monster statue
• Digital soundtrack
• Custom collector’s box

Japan will also get a stylish Monster Hunter: World-themed PS4 Pro and DualShock 4 controller, pictured below. No word yet on a worldwide release date for the themed console, but it launches December 7th in Japan.

Those who pre-order Monster Hunter: World digitally or at select retailers will receive “special pre-order bonuses, including the Origin Set Armor and the Fair Wind Charm talisman.” These items offer “improved starting defense and offense stat boosts for the hunter as well as a useful gathering skill.” Also, all PSN pre-orders will include a custom PS4 theme.

Monster Hunter: World hits PS4 and Xbox One January 26th, 2018, with a PC version to come at a later date.