In just two months, Monster Hunter Rise will arrive on Nintendo Switch, and on the same day fans will have the opportunity to grab a console variant and Pro Controller based on the game! The console variant features the classic version of the system, with a number of features that the upcoming game should evoke, including a gold version of Magnamalo that appears on the Dock. The creature seems to be playing an important role in the game, and that’s probably why it’s appearing on the new Pro Controller design as well! Unfortunately, both of these items were announced for Japan only.
Images of the console and controller can be found below.
It is difficult to say with certainty whether these items will be released in other areas. It’s not unheard of for Nintendo to release console variants that remain exclusive to the region, and controllers have also received the treatment; there are even exclusive Joy-Con colors! Until Nintendo makes an official announcement, Monster Hunter fans will just have to keep their fingers crossed and watch sites that specialize in importing!
Nintendo and Capcom seem to give Monster Hunter Rise a big lead before its release, so it would not be surprising if both articles were announced for North America! In addition to the console bundle and Pro Controller, Monster Hunter Rise also gets its own range of amiibo figures, exclusive to GameStop locations. amiibo based on third party games is usually quite unusual, but this wave is the second game in the Monster Hunter franchise to get the treat. Last but not least, Monster Hunter Rise There is also a demo currently available on the eShop, and to play it, players will be given items in the game when the full version is released. The demo is only available for a few more days, and fans interested in trying out the game before its release will want to check it out before February 1st!
Monster Hunter Rise will be released worldwide on March 26, exclusively on Nintendo Switch. You can see all our previous coverage of the game not here.
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