Monster Hunter Stories 1 Remaster Announced for Switch, PS4, and PC, Out This Summer

Launched initially on the Nintendo 3DS in 2016 and making its way to Western audiences in 2017, Monster Hunter Stories provided an intriguing twist on the well-loved action RPG series by Capcom through a turn-based, creature-collecting gameplay reminiscent of Pokemon. While it found a niche audience compared to the broader appeal of the main series, it nonetheless garnered a dedicated fanbase.

For those fans, or anyone intrigued by the title, there's exciting news from Capcom. The company has revealed plans to release a remastered version of Monster Hunter Stories. This upgrade is scheduled for a Summer release across the Nintendo Switch, PS4, and PC platforms. This new version is set to elevate the original experience with significant enhancements.

Improvements include the introduction of full voice acting to enrich the narrative engagement, visually upgraded graphics to leverage the capabilities of more current hardware, and the addition of a Museum mode. This new mode offers players a chance to explore the game's artwork in depth and enjoy the soundtrack at their leisure. Moreover, Capcom has confirmed that the remaster will incorporate extra content that was previously exclusive to the original game's Japanese release.

This announcement marks an exciting development for fans of the Monster Hunter franchise and opens up the unique charm of Monster Hunter Stories to a wider audience with its improved features and accessibility on modern platforms.