Capcom has released the opening movie for Monster Hunter Stories 2: Wings of Ruin, and several media outlets have gone live with pre-launch gameplay videos.

Here is an overview of the game, via its Steam page:

A new adventure awaits you in this second installment of the turn-based RPG series set in the world of Monster Hunter! Become a Rider and form bonds with friendly monsters known as Monsties to fight alongside them as you take part in an epic story.

You play as the grandson of Red, a legendary Rider. The story begins with a fateful encounter with Ena, a Wyverian girl who has been entrusted with an egg with the potential to hatch into a legendary Rathalos which could wreak havoc if awakened to its destructive power.

Embark on a journey which will test the bonds of friendship in a changing world, and discover the truth behind the legends of old.

Monster Hunter Stories 2: Wings of Ruin is due out for Switch and PC via Steam on July 9.

Watch the footage below.

Opening Movie

Gameplay

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