Capcom denies Monster Hunter 3 multiplatform rumor

by Jason Dobson { Dec 12th 2008 at 1:45PM }

Players in Japan already lining up for the next installment in Capcom's hugely popular Monster Hunter franchise can do so with a measure of confidence that Monster Hunter 3 tri~ will remain exclusive to the Wii. 1UP reports that Capcom has come forward to dispel rumors that the title would make its way to the PSP as well, writing on the game's official website that despite comments made in "a certain magazine," the hotly anticipated 2009 release "utilizes the unique features of the Wii to their fullest, and development continues with the intention of creating a Monster Hunter never before seen."

While not exactly a ringing endorsement for multiplatform support, you can blame the doubting looks on our faces on Capcom's track record with platform exclusivity. After all, we eventually played Resident Evil 4 on the PS2 and Monster Hunter 3 itself was at one time announced for the PlayStation 3. Clearly, the only thing for certain here is that Capcom likes money.

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Reader Comments (Page 1 of 1)

Fernando Rocker @ Dec 12th 2008 1:52PM

I like money too... too bad I'm poor =(

DonWii @ Dec 12th 2008 1:54PM

"Clearly, the only thing for certain here is that Capcom likes money."

Very true.

Though maybe they mean that Monster Hunter 3 will go to the PSP, the same way the PS2 Monster Hunters went to the PSP.

Dirty @ Dec 12th 2008 1:55PM

I like how they describe waggle and bad graphics as "unique features".

Only makes sense and this game is hugely popular in Japan which is seeing amazing wii sales. With this and Dragon Quest there will be no chance of getting even close to the Wii in the land of the rising sun.

Microsoft made a good run at, hope we still see some JRPG on it in the future.

baby sea tuna @ Dec 12th 2008 2:08PM

What about the PS3? I hear people in Japan are willing to work a second job just to get one!

Foetoid @ Dec 13th 2008 12:28AM

The graphics are actually very good, the best on the Wii thus far, and far better than anything last-gen. In fact, from what i've seen from videos, it looks as good as early 360 games like Dead Rising, and videos make the game look worse than it really is.

I'm just hoping they incorporate the controls well. All of the big-budget Wii titles have amazing controls, very accurate and intuitive, but of course, most Wii titles, the ones with small budgets, are crappy-waggle-fests. I'm sure this game will be different like Zelda, THDJ, Prime 3, RE4 and all the other A+ titles.

&rew @ Dec 12th 2008 2:13PM

Looks like the other platforms can't handle it, who says the Wii isn't powerful, its just too bad the other platforms are the PSP.

Cody @ Dec 12th 2008 4:27PM

Your mom's on notice.

OMGOMG @ Dec 12th 2008 2:15PM

The only threequel I want Capcom to make is Star Gladiator 3.

john paul @ Dec 12th 2008 10:09PM

HOLY CRAP I REMEMBER THAT GAME, that was by far the game that enjoyed the most on my PSX, you just made my day. I remember the announcer sound a lot like the dude who announced soul caliber. Damn you just made by day..

Superstar90 @ Dec 12th 2008 2:31PM

It's obviously going to end up on the PSP... twice.

Sleepyhead @ Dec 12th 2008 2:40PM

This is Capcom we're talking about

the Japanese EA

Mr Khan @ Dec 12th 2008 3:13PM

While it might hurt my fanboy pride a bit, it would make sense at least. PSP install base is well ahead of the Wii install base in Japan (indeed, the difference in Japan is the only reason PSP still has a larger WW install base), and Monster Hunter has proven itself better as a local wifi multiplayer game than an online one

Though Capcom will, smartly, be using their own servers, so being Wii exclusive won't impact it negatively in terms of online play