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Monster Hunter Stories 3 is projected to be able to preload a few days before its release on March 13, 2026. Find out the speculated preload dates and times for different platforms.

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Possible Preload Dates and Times

Xbox and PC: March 10, 2026 (9 PM PT)

Based on the preload date and time for Monster Hunter Wilds, Monster Hunter Stories 3 could possibly preload on March 10, 2026 at 9:00 PM PT. This is the estimated preload time for both the Xbox and PC (Steam).

PS5: March 11, 2026 Midnight Local Time

Based on the preload time for Monster Hunter Wilds, it can be projected that Monster Hunter Stories 3 can preload on March 11, 2026 at local midnight time. This corresponds with the previous installment of Monster Hunter Wilds preloading 48 hours before the release date.

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PS5 Preload Instructions

1 Search for Monster Hunter Stories 3 in the Playstation Store.
2 Select Pre-Order then choose your desired edition of the game among the 3 available editions.
3 Confirm the payment option and select Purchase.
4 The game will download when the preload is available.

Xbox Preload Instructions

1 Search Monster Hunter Stories 3 in the Store.
2 Select your desired edition of the game then select Pre-Order.
3 Confirm the preferred payment method then select Purchase.
4 After they payment, choose Install.

PC (Steam) Preload Instructions

1 Search for and select Monster Hunter Stories 3.
2 Choose the option to Add to Cart.
3 View your cart then select a payment method to confirm your purchase.
4 After your purchase is confirmed, head to the Steam library and select Preload.

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