Monster Hunter Wilds on Switch 2: file size, cartridge and performance
Monster Hunter Wilds is published by CAPCOM and is due out on December 4, 2026. Multiplayer: up to 4 over local wireless, 4 online. The eShop lists 14 supported languages.
Last checked November 8, 2026 · every figure links to its source
Specs
| File size (estimated) | 39.1 GBsource |
|---|---|
| Physical format | Game-Key Card (download required)source |
| Type | Native Switch 2 game |
| TV mode (Prioritize Resolution) | 1260p output (dynamic) · 30 FPSsource |
| TV mode (Prioritize Framerate) | 1080p output (dynamic) · 30 FPSsource |
| Handheld mode | 864p output (dynamic) · 30 FPSsource |
| Performance note | Capcom's pre-release targets: render resolution scales with load and the frame rate may drop in heavy scenes. The game is out December 4, 2026. |
| US eShop price | $39.99 |
| Play modes | TV mode, Tabletop mode, Handheld mode |
| Multiplayer | Up to 4 over local wireless · 4 online |
| Languages (14) | Japanese, French, German, Italian, Spanish, Korean, Russian, Simplified Chinese, Latin American Spanish, Brazilian Portuguese, Traditional Chinese, American English, Polish, Thai |
| Publisher | CAPCOM |
| Release date | December 4, 2026 |
Questions
How big is Monster Hunter Wilds on Switch 2?
Monster Hunter Wilds is expected to need 39.1 GB of storage. That is about 15% of the Switch 2's 256 GB internal storage.
Is Monster Hunter Wilds a Game-Key Card?
The physical release of Monster Hunter Wilds is a Game-Key Card: the cartridge only unlocks a 39.1 GB download, so you need an internet connection and free storage to play it.
Does Monster Hunter Wilds run at 60 FPS on Switch 2?
No. Monster Hunter Wilds targets 30 FPS in TV mode, Prioritize Resolution preset at 1260p output (dynamic); 30 FPS in TV mode, Prioritize Framerate preset at 1080p output (dynamic); 30 FPS in Handheld mode at 864p output (dynamic). Capcom's pre-release targets: render resolution scales with load and the frame rate may drop in heavy scenes. The game is out December 4, 2026.