Monster Hunter Outlanders releases globally on October 29, 2026 for iOS and Android. The mainland China version is scheduled for 2027. The exact server opening time has not been published; the store listing is the best source for pre-download availability in your region.
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When does Monster Hunter Outlanders release?
Capcom and TiMi Studio Group have confirmed a global launch date of October 29, 2026. The game will be available on iOS through the App Store and on Android through Google Play. It is free to download and uses in-app purchases.
A separate mainland China release is planned for 2027. That version may have a different publisher, schedule and monetization display, so treat dates and rewards from one region as specific to that region.
| Detail | Confirmed information |
|---|---|
| Global release date | October 29, 2026 |
| Platforms | iOS and Android |
| Price | Free-to-play with in-app purchases |
| Developer | TiMi Studio Group |
| Capcom license | Capcom supervises the project |
| Publisher | Level Infinite globally; Garena in Southeast Asia |
| Mainland China | Planned for 2027 |
| Exact launch hour | Not publicly confirmed at the time of writing |
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Launch time and server opening
The date is confirmed, but the exact server opening hour has not been published. Store pages often show a date rather than a precise time, and the game may go live after an update or maintenance period. Follow the in-game notice or official social channels on launch day.
Do not plan a competitive race around a guessed midnight release. A better use of launch day is to finish pre-download, claim rewards, check your account region and play through the opening story without rushing the build decisions.
Set a practical launch plan
Pre-download if the store offers it, log in once the servers are live, claim mail rewards and unlock the forge before spending any resources.
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Pre-download and pre-registration
Pre-registration opened on the App Store and Google Play in August 2026. Pre-registering notifies you when the game is available and contributes to global milestone rewards. The exact delivery method for rewards will be confirmed in-game, most likely through mail.
If pre-download is available in your region, use it. The install can be large and launch-day store traffic is unpredictable. After installing, open the game only when the server status notice says the service is live.
- Search for the official listing by publisher name to avoid lookalike apps.
- Pre-register or pre-order on the store for your region.
- Free up storage before launch day; final size may differ from the beta.
- Link the account method you intend to use long term.
- Check our pre-registration rewards guide for the milestone list.
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Platforms, PC and controller support
Outlanders is a mobile game first. Capcom has not announced a native PC or console version. Running the Android build through an emulator is not the same as an official port and may not be supported.
Controller support has been discussed by the development team. Confirm the live control options in the launch build rather than assuming a beta configuration carries over unchanged.
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Regions and publishing
Level Infinite publishes the game in most global markets, while Garena handles Southeast Asia. The mainland China release is separate and scheduled for 2027. Store pages, reward calendars and customer support may differ by region.
If you are switching app-store regions or moving between iOS and Android, check the account guidance before creating a spend history. Cross-progression has not been clearly confirmed for all account combinations.
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What to do on launch day
Start with the story, unlock the forge and claim your pre-registration rewards. Choose one weapon and upgrade it before building multiple armor sets. If Raya is included in your region's milestone rewards, use her to test a Dual Blades playstyle without spending premium currency.
Play the first few hunts slowly. Launch builds can differ from beta balance, and early community tier lists are least reliable on day one. Our update feed will track the confirmed changes.
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