Monster Hunter Stories 3: Twisted Reflection Reveals New ‘Royal Monsters’ Update Details

Capcom has revealed new details about the upcoming free “Royal Monsters” update for Monster Hunter Stories 3: Twisted Reflection. The update will release in summer 2026. 

In a post, Capcom reveals what else fans can expect from the update: “After completing the game, reloading your save file will allow you to take on the ‘Final Battle’ again at a higher difficulty level. Once you clear this version of the Final Battle, almost all existing monsters will then be able to appear as Royal Monsters across the game’s regions, allowing you to take on even more challenging battles. Furthermore, you will also be able to take on Royal Monster versions of the Invasive Monsters and Elder Dragons, so prepare your Monsties, strategies and gear for battle!”

The upcoming free update will add more powerful versions of monsters, titled Royal Monsters. Previously, producer Ryozo Tsujimoto explained that “riders of level 90 or above will need to prepare carefully and use their strongest Monsties and strategies to defeat to them.” He also revealed that due to development on the Additional Side Story: Rudy DLC progressing faster than expected, Capcom may release it earlier than expected.

Monster Hunter Stories 3: Twisted Reflection is available now on PlayStation 5, Xbox Series X|S, PC via Steam, and Nintendo Switch 2. Final Weapon reviewed the game and gave it a 4/5. The Standard Edition of Monster Hunter Stories 3: Twisted Reflection costs $69.99, and Deluxe Edition and Premium Deluxe Edition copies are available for $89.99 and $99.99, respectively. The Deluxe Edition includes the full game and the Deluxe Kit, alongside the upcoming Rudy’s Tale additional side story.