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The Hunt is On: Monster Hunter Outlanders Begins Recruitment for 2nd Closed Beta Test

  • Mobile players are invited to sign up to join the hunt and dive into the world of Aesoland from today throughout April
  • The 2nd closed beta test (CBT2) will introduce brand new Adventurer characters, expanded maps, and much more
  • Applications are also now open for select content creators to join
  • For more information, head to the Official Website

SHENZHEN, China (April 2nd, 2026) - TiMi Studio Group, in partnership with Capcom, are pleased to announce the upcoming recruitment phase for their second closed beta test (CBT2) for Monster Hunter Outlanders, an exploration action RPG mobile game based on the Monster Hunter series. Mobile players can register to join the closed beta test here.

CBT2 Key Details

Recruitment Times:

  • April 1st: 19:00 - Apr.21 23:59 PDT
  • Apr 2nd: 04:00 - April 22nd: 08:59 CEST

Language:

  • English, Simplified Chinese, Japanese, German, Spanish (LATAM)

Devices:

  • iOS: iPhone XR or later / OS: iOS 17 or later
  • Android: Snapdragon 845 or later / OS: Android 12.0 or later

Established content creators interested in joining the beta test can also sign up here during the same period for an opportunity to participate in CBT2.

What’s New in this CBT2 Build?
This latest trailer of Monster Hunter Outlanders is brimming with abundant new content and experiences for players to discover:

  • Forge Your Legacy as New Adventurers

Answer the call of the wild as a completely new roster of aspiring adventurers. Each brings unique skills and styles to the hunting field.

  • Conquer Fearsome New Threats & Behold Radiant Species

The ecosystems of Outlanders are evolving. Prepare to encounter more fiercer monsters and confront never-before-seen Radiant Species. The adventure is forever changed.

  • Explore Untamed Lands and Fields

From soaring peaks to vast, luminous caverns, new environments await. Traverse these immersive landscapes, rich with secrets, resources, and danger at every turn.

  • Rediscover Beloved Traditions

The call of the wild isn't all about the hunt. Take a moment to relax with the return of classic expedition elements and savory BBQ gameplay - perfectly complementing your grand adventures.

  • And a Mystery Yet Unseen...

On the horizon, beneath the vast sun, a mysterious silhouette stirs. What new creature awaits discovery? The answer lies within your journey.

For more details on the timings of the upcoming closed beta test, stay tuned to Monster Hunter Outlanders’ official social channels and MONSTER HUNTER OUTLANDERS - Official Website for the latest news and future play test opportunities: Discord, Facebook, Instagram, X, and YouTube.

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About Monster Hunter

The Monster Hunter series features action RPG games that pit players against giant monsters in a beautiful natural environment.

From the birth of the franchise through the first title debut in 2004, the games popularized the genre of co-op action games focused on hunting giant monsters, and has now grown into a megahit with fans from all over the world.

About TiMi Studio Group

TiMi Studio Group, a subsidiary of Tencent Games, is a leading global video game development and operations team that strives to improve global players’ entertainment quality. Headquartered in Shenzhen, China, with offices in Montreal, Los Angeles, Seattle, Singapore, Shanghai, and Chengdu, TiMi creates high-quality, high-fidelity, and highly creative games across a wide variety of genres and multiple platforms. Founded in 2008, TiMi has developed a string of hit titles including Honor of Kings, Speed Drifters and Delta Force. TiMi is also a trusted partner to some of the biggest gaming brands in the world, creating AAA titles such as Call of Duty: Mobile, the first strategic Pokémon team battle game Pokémon UNITE, and Age of Empires Mobile. To learn more about TiMi, follow @timistudios on LinkedIn.

About Capcom

Capcom is a leading worldwide developer, publisher and distributor of interactive entertainment for game consoles, PCs, handheld and wireless devices. Founded in 1983, the company has created hundreds of games, including groundbreaking franchises Resident Evil™, Monster Hunter™, Street Fighter™, Mega Man™, Devil May Cry™ and Ace Attorney™. Capcom maintains operations in the U.S., U.K., Germany, France, Hong Kong, Taiwan, Singapore and Tokyo, with corporate headquarters located in Osaka, Japan. More information about Capcom and its products can be found at Capcom or Capcom News.

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