The Monster Hunter Wilds demo on Switch 2 will launch on October 19. The prequel will be available on Nintendo

The Monster Hunter Wilds demo on Switch 2 will launch on October 19. The prequel will be available on Nintendo Switch 2 on October 19 at 00:00 BST.

• What's inside: Players will have to go through the introductory plot (prologue) and try out the console-exclusive wireless local co-operative connection.

• eShop pre-orders: On the day of the demo, pre-orders for the game will be opened in the eshop.

• Move the progress: All save from the demo version will be able to be moved to the full version of the game after its release on December 4.

Great news for all Switch 2 owners awaiting a full release with a Russian translation! #game