The first quarter of 2026 has been surprisingly solid in terms of quality new game releases. From solid remakes to game of the year contenders, there are several titles for gamers to be excited about. That includes Monster Hunter Stories 3: Twisted Reflection, the newest entry in the spin-off series from one of Capcom’s most legendary franchises.
What is Monster Hunter Stories 3: Twisted Reflection
Developed and published by Capcom, Monster Hunter Stories 3: Twisted Reflection is the latest entry in the Monster Hunter spin-off RPG series. It sees two countries on the brink of war. Players take on the role of a Rider as they form bonds with monsters and fight alongside them throughout the story.
Here is a trailer and description of Monster Hunter Stories 3: Twister Reflection, giving players an idea of what to expect from the newly released PS5 RPG:
“Azuria and Vermeil: two countries, on a path to destruction. When all hope seems lost, an egg is found. Inside is Rathalos, a species thought to be extinct. But this quavering light of hope is quickly extinguished, giving way to the darkness of despair. Born from the egg is not a single Ratholos, but twins, bearing the SKyscale marking that hearkens back to the disastrous civil war of 200 years prior. The natural world teeters on the verge of destruction, with countless monster species facing extinction. In the shadows of these dark times, the flames of war rekindle.”
Monster Hunter Stories 3: Twisted Reflection is available now for PS5 on the PlayStation Store in three different versions. The Standard Edition is $69.99 and just comes with the base game. The Deluxe Edition costs $89.99 and comes with the Deluxe Kit, which has several extra goodies. Lastly, the Premium Deluxe Edition is $99.99 and comes with the aforementioned Deluxe Kit, as well as a DLC Pack. Here is everything included in the Premium Deluxe Edition:
- Base Game
- Deluxe Kit
- Additional Side Story: Rudy
- Layered Armor for Eleanor: Royal Flair
- Layered Armor for Gaul: Protective Wings
- Layered Armor for Kora: Armored Beauty
- Layered Armor for Ogden: Eager Explorer
- Layered Armor for Thea: Sky Blue Coat
- Monster Hair: Arkveld Mane, Lunagaron Fade, Mizutsune Braid
- Rudy Outfits: Regal Aspect, Smooth Sailing, Velvety Fur, Aristocratic Air
- DLC Pack
- Layered Armor for Eleanor: Foreign Dancer
- Layered Armor for Gaul: Fur-tive Five Leader
- Layered Armor for Kora: Attendant’s Attire
- Layered Armor for Ogden: Summertime Ogden
- Layered Armor for Thea: Canyne Ward
- Monster Hari: Malzeno Bob, Hellfire Tail, Espinas Spikes, Garangolm Nest, Octolocks Princess, Goss Hairagy
- Rudy Outfits: Rudy’s Arkbelt, Scintillating Armor, Relaxed-acabra, Shogun Rudy, Rudyzeno
Monster Hunter Stories 3: Twisted Reflection has received solid reviews. According to the review aggregate site Metacritic, it has garnered an average score of 86 based on 47 critic reviews.
