A datamine in the latest update for Monster Hunter Wilds has sparked speculation about a potential Nintendo Switch 2 version. Fans interpret added code lines as references to an upgrade edition for the new hybrid console. Capcom has not commented on any such plans.
Capcom's Monster Hunter series has historically performed strongly on Nintendo hardware, yet no official announcements have surfaced regarding a mainline entry returning to Switch platforms in the near term. However, a recent datamine from the latest game update for Monster Hunter Wilds, released in February 2025, has ignited discussions among fans.
The update reportedly includes code such as “via.store.Native.ns2UpgradeEdition,” which the community widely views as an allusion to a Switch 2 edition. This discovery comes amid Capcom's demonstrated commitment to Nintendo's successor console, evidenced by titles like Street Fighter 6 and Kunitsu-Gami: Path of the Goddess already available on the system.
Monster Hunter Wilds faced performance and visual challenges upon its launch on next-generation consoles and PC, with Capcom issuing several patches since then. Despite these efforts, some issues persist, raising questions about how the game might run on the more modest Switch 2 hardware. Previous Nintendo efforts, such as CD Projekt Red's adaptation of Cyberpunk 2077 and Capcom's own Street Fighter 6, suggest potential for impressive results, though no confirmation exists that this code points to an actual release.
Looking ahead, Capcom has confirmed multiple 2026 launches for Switch 2, including Resident Evil Requiem in February, Monster Hunter Stories 3: Twisted Reflection in March, and the new IP Pragmata in April. These commitments underscore Capcom's investment in the platform, even as the Wilds rumour remains speculative.
