
When pre-ordering Monster Hunter Stories 3, players can receive bonuses that come with the game. Learn all pre-order bonuses, which includes the Layered Armor for Eleanor, pre-order cutoff times and how to pre-order Monster Hunter Stories 3.

Players can pre-order the game to receive the Layered Armor Skyscale Queen, an outfit worn by the protagonist's companion Eleanor. Note that this bonus is purely cosmetic and that players need to progress the game in order to equip this armor.
The official site has also mentioned that this layered armor may be available through different means at a later date.
Physical pre-order cutoff times are currently dependent on participating retailers. The availability will differ per store and a download code for the bonus will be given to buyers who successfully reach each store's cutoff.
| US | Asia | |
|---|---|---|
| PlayStation 5 / Xbox Series X|S / Nintendo Switch 2 | March 12, 2026 (11:59 PM EDT) |
March 12, 2026 (11:59 PM UTC) |
| Steam | March 12, 2026 (11:59 PM EDT / 8:59 PM PDT) |
March 12, 2026 3:59 AM UTC |
For the digital pre-order period, the cutoff time will be the same for Steam on March 12 (11:59 PM EDT or 3:59 AM UTC) regardless of region. However, the cutoff time for consoles on March 12 will differ for the US (11:59 PM EDT) and Asia (11:59 PM UTC).
| Jump to a Section | |
|---|---|
| Physical | Digital |
Players can pre-order physical copies of the game by visiting their local participating retailers.
For digital copies, players can pre-order on the My Nintendo Store, Playstation Store, Xbox Game Store, and Steam

Release Time and Countdown
Updated 3/4/2026
Releases on March 13, 2026.
Early Access Info
Updated 3/4/2026
Monster Hunter Stories 3's trial/demo version is out now.
Edition Differences
Updated 3/4/2026
Monster Hunter Stories 3 has three editions, Standard, Deluxe, Premium Deluxe.
Pre-Order Guide
Updated 3/4/2026
Pre-Orders for Monster Hunter Stories 3 come with the Skyscale Queen Layered Armor.
Available Platforms and Consoles
Updated 3/4/2026
Monster Hunter Stories 3 is available for the PS 5, Xbox Series X|S, Switch 2, and PC (Steam)
| Is There Multiplayer? | Will Monster Hunter Stories 3 be on Switch? |
| Is Monster Hunter Stories 3 on Game Pass? | Is Monster Hunter Stories 3 Steam Deck Compatible? |
| Preload Date and Time | amiibo Release Date and Rewards |
| System Requirements | - |
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