Monster Hunter Stories 2 Release Date Set For July 9, Amiibo Figures Revealed

With multiple Monster Hunter games on the way, Capcom has announced a release date for the upcoming Nintendo Switch and PC exclusive, Monster Hunter Stories 2: Wings of Ruin--it releases on July 9, 2021. The news was shared as part of a lengthy Monster Hunter Digital Event broadcast, which also brought word on new Amiibo figures to tie in with Monster Hunter Stories 2.

A Deluxe Edition of the game was also announced during the livestream. This more expensive edition includes the base game and a series of digital extras, including cosmetic outfits and hairstyles for your character. There is also a special outfit for Ena, along with a sticker set.

Additionally, everyone who preorders gets the Kamura Maiden outfit for Ena; it will be available after launch.

What's more, there will be three Amiibo for Monster Hunter Stories 2 that will be available on July 9. These include Ena, Razewing Ratha, Tsukino. Each of them unlocks a special armor set in the game.

Preorders are expected to begin soon for Monster Hunter Stories 2, so keep checking back with GameSpot for the latest.

Monster Hunter Stories 2 isn't the only new game in the series in the works, as Monster Hunter Rise launches for Switch on March 26. You can get a closer look at the game in the video above.