Sign-ups for open-world survival game official website until July 24, announced. The test itself will begin on August 7. It will be playable across iOS and Android.
Here are the details:
About the 3rd Closed Beta Test
As with the previous round, Closed Beta Test 3 will accept applications through two categories: a General Participant category and a Content Creator category. The Content Creator category is open to creators who regularly produce content, are interested in Monster Hunter Outlanders, and keen to enjoy the game with their community. Video streaming and social media posts showcasing gameplay experience are highly encouraged in sharing their adventures with the community. For full eligibility requirements and selection criteria for each category, please refer to the application guidelines.
This test will feature new radiant monsters and additional hunters that have newly appeared since the Closed Beta Test 2 held in May 2026, as well as the implementation of improvements outlined in the optimization plan shared following the previous test.
Application Details
- Application Period
- Thursday, July 2, 2026, 14:00 CEST to Friday, July 24, 2026, 07:59 CEST
- Supported Platforms and Operating Environment
- iOS – iPhone XR or above / iOS 17 or above
- Android – Snapdragon 845 or above / Android 12.0 or above
- The development team is working to optimize performance ahead of the official launch. For this test, we will continue to carefully evaluate supported devices as part of our optimization efforts.
- Eligible Countries / Regions
- Japan, United States, Canada, Germany, United Kingdom, France, Philippines
- Test Period
- Test Start Date / Time – Friday, August 7, 2026, at 04:00 CES
- How to Apply
- Please complete the questionnaire via the application form.
- You may apply to either the General or Creator category, or to both.
- Eligibility
- Selected applicants will be contacted via the email address provided at the time of application.
Watch a new trailer below.
3rd Closed Beta Test Trailer
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