Capcom Announces PRAGMATA and Monster Hunter Stories 3 Demo, Reveals New Resident Evil Requiem Gameplay

by Greg Martin

Capcom used today’s Nintendo Direct presentation to spotlight new gameplay, demo releases, and collectible reveals tied to several of its upcoming titles, including PRAGMATA, Monster Hunter Stories 3: Twisted Reflection, and Resident Evil Requiem.

The company confirmed that free demos for both PRAGMATA and Monster Hunter Stories 3: Twisted Reflection are now available across multiple platforms, giving players an early hands-on look at two of Capcom’s most anticipated releases. At the same time, Resident Evil Requiem debuted new gameplay footage running on Nintendo Switch 2, alongside the reveal of a Leon S. Kennedy amiibo figure.

The PRAGMATA Sketchbook demo is available today on Nintendo Switch 2 via the Nintendo eShop, as well as on PlayStation 5, Xbox Series X|S, and PC through Steam. The demo places players inside a frozen lunar research facility set in the near future, where spacefarer Hugh and android Diana attempt to escape after being identified as hostile by the station’s AI. Players can sample the game’s blend of shooting, hacking, and exploration, with Capcom encouraging repeat playthroughs thanks to hidden elements and additional surprises designed into the demo experience.

PRAGMATA itself is scheduled to launch on April 24, 2026, for Nintendo Switch 2, PlayStation 5, Xbox Series X|S, and PC. Pre-orders are live and include cosmetic bonuses in the form of a Neo Bushido costume for Hugh and a Neo Kunoichi costume for Diana. A Diana amiibo figure will also release on the same day and will be compatible with the Nintendo Switch 2 version of the game. Capcom notes that the demo currently supports English and Japanese voice-over only, and that certain features may differ from the final release.

Monster Hunter Stories 3: Twisted Reflection also received a free demo today on Nintendo Switch 2, PlayStation 5, Xbox Series X|S, and PC. Set long after the events of the Rift War, the game takes place in the land of Vermeil, where monsters are approaching extinction and the balance of nature is beginning to unravel. Players step into the role of a Rider, forming bonds with Monsties while navigating a story centered on restoration, survival, and legacy.

The demo includes the opening portion of the game, with save data carrying over to the full release when it launches on March 13, 2026. Players can freely customize the protagonist’s appearance and test new battle mechanics such as the Wyvernsoul Gauge and Synchro Rush, along with Ranger-focused activities like Habitat Restoration. Pre-orders for the full game are now available and come with the Skyscale Queen Layered Armor for Eleanor as a bonus. Amiibo figures for Ratha, Ratha V, and Rudy will also be available, unlocking additional in-game outfits at launch.

In addition to the demo announcements, Capcom shared fresh footage of Resident Evil Requiem running on Nintendo Switch 2 and revealed a Leon S. Kennedy amiibo, expanding the game’s lineup of collectibles. Further details about Resident Evil Requiem were not disclosed during this portion of the presentation.

You may also like