Monster Hunter Outlanders suits players who already like the series' weapon-based hunting and want a version built for a phone. It is a free Android game from Level Infinite, released on October 8, 2026, and licensed by CAPCOM. Google Play lists it with over 1 million installs.
Who the Aesoland setting is meant for
The game takes place in a new world called Aesoland, with original Adventurers rather than the characters of the main series. That suits fans who want familiar hunting mechanics without replaying the same maps. Newcomers can also start here, since the controls are designed for touch screens.
Google Play rates the game 4.6 from about 19.3 thousand ratings, and the content rating is Teen.
Eight weapons, three Buddies and four-player squads
All eight classic weapon types are in the game: Great Sword, Long Sword, Dual Blades, Hammer, Lance, Charge Blade, Heavy Bowgun and Bow. Each pairs with an Adventurer and unlocks new follow-up moves. More weapons are planned for later updates.
You can hunt alone or form a squad of four with friends. Three Buddies, Palico, Rutaco and Trillan, join the hunt. The monster roster includes the Elder Dragon Ruger Aidal and Radiant Monsters, which are exclusive to this game.
In-app purchases and device requirements
The game shows no ads, which fits its listing in the no-ads category. It does contain in-app purchases, so spending is possible even though the download is free.
It needs Android 9 or newer. The current version is 1.0.9.0.3308842, last updated on October 21, 2026.
Monster Hunter Outlanders pros and cons
Pros
- Free to download with no ads
- Eight classic weapon types, with more planned
- Four-player squads for co-op hunts
- Original Adventurers and exclusive Radiant Monsters
- Rated 4.6 on Google Play from about 19.3 thousand ratings
Cons
- Contains in-app purchases
- Requires Android 9 or newer
- Rated Teen, so not aimed at younger children
Is Monster Hunter Outlanders safe?
The game is published by Level Infinite and licensed by CAPCOM, and it is distributed through Google Play. It shows no ads but does include in-app purchases, so check purchase settings on shared devices. The Teen content rating applies.
How to install Monster Hunter Outlanders
- Press the Google Play button on this page.
- Check the listing in the Play Store and press Install.
- Open Monster Hunter Outlanders when the install finishes. Updates arrive through Google Play.