How to Download the Game and Download Size | Monster Hunter Rise

This is a guide on how to download the latest installment of the Monster Hunter franchise, Monster Hunter Rise (MH Rise) for Nintendo Switch. Read on to learn how to download, download size, fix download errors, and more!

No Preload for the PC Version

No announcements yet regarding any sort of preloading for the upcoming PC Release. However, like most games in preorder you can immediately start downloading the game as soon as it is released on January 12th, 2022.

We will soon update this page as soon as the PC version comes out!

MH Rise PC Release Info

Download Size

Game Download Size

The file size for the download is at 7.1GB so make sure that you have enough storage on your Switch or SD Card!

Sufficient Storage Space Required

Before pre-loading the game, make sure that your Switch has enough storage to download the game. You will need to have atleast 7.1GB of free storage space to download the preload.

Further updates such as patch fixes and free title updates have been rolled out by Capcom since release. you can track all of them by reading our article linked below!

Update Roadmap and Schedule: Free Title Updates

Purchasing an SD Card May Be Necessary

In the case of a lack of storage, it might be necessary to purchase an SD card to have more space to download the game. The Switch has a small storage size so an SD card is a near necessity if you plan to download games with massive file sizes.

Download Basic Information

Download Available Worldwide

The game is available for purchase at the Nintendo Eshop for digital copies while some physical copies are still available in some stores. If you pre-ordered the game, it should automatically start downloading on your Nintendo Switch.

Fixing Download Errors

Check Internet Connection

Congestion of bandwidth can affect the availability of your download, especially if your internet connection has minimal Mbps. Connecting to a stronger and faster internet connection can help jump-start your game download.

Possible Loading Error

Loading errors may occur and when that happens, one optional fix is to transfer your game or download path from the SD Card to the internal storage.

Game was not immediately playable on launch day

Despite the usual 12:00 AM launch time of most games, many players in Japan were unable to play right at launch, despite pre-loading in advance. While we can anticipate that you should be able to start playing right around the game's official release time, please note that factors such as the high volume of downloads by players around the world may cause temporary server issues, though they should resolve quickly.

How to Preorder Monster Hunter Rise

The game is out on all platforms, so preorder is no longer available.

Preordering is Available

The game can no longer be preordered in the Nintendo Shop. Preordering the game digitally will allow you to download the pre-load and play the game immediately! You also got bonuses from pre-loading.

Preorder Bonuses

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