A black screen usually indicates a corrupt file or a mismatch between the game version and the patch version. If your Japanese base game has been updated to a newer version via an update patch, the old fan translation patch may no longer be compatible. You must match the patch version precisely to the base game version. Missing Text or "String Not Found" Errors

Patching can cause bugs, such as the game crashing during the Black Rider Tower unless the patch is temporarily disabled. 2026 Update: The Official "Remaster" Alternative

Unlock expanded character creation options and outfits. How the Fan Translation Works

While the global version eventually received the 1.20 and 1.30 updates, some minor crossover events or promotional items released exclusively in Japan never made it overseas. Enthusiasts who want the complete Japanese experience—including all collaboration content—may turn to the original JP APK and apply a translation patch.

, an official English version of the game is available worldwide on the Google Play Store The Japanese Version vs. The Global English Version

Monster Hunter Stories remains one of the most beloved spin-offs in Capcom's legendary franchise. While the western world received the official English release of the first game on mobile platforms years ago, Capcom has since updated the Japanese version (and released Monster Hunter Stories Remastered on other platforms) with exclusive content, collaboration events, and stability updates that never made it to the legacy global mobile version.

A: GBAtemp remains the primary hub for this project. Check the “[Release] Monster Hunter Stories Translation” and “[Recruiting] Monster Hunter Stories Translation” threads for any new developments. As of 2026, no significant progress has been reported.

The only minor untranslated elements are some texture-based signs in towns (purely cosmetic) and the title screen logo, which remains in Japanese. These do not impact gameplay.

Special crossover gear and Monsties from the Monster Hunter Stories: Ride On anime series. Prerequisites for Installation

Monster Hunter Stories transforms the traditional hunting-focused universe of Capcom’s flagship series into a vibrant turn-based RPG. Instead of hunting monsters, you become a “Rider”—a hero who forges bonds with creatures called Monsties, raising them from eggs and battling alongside them. Originally released for the Nintendo 3DS in 2016, the game was ported to iOS and Android in 2018, bringing the charming world of Riders and their monstrous companions to mobile devices worldwide.

: Newer remastered versions of the game for modern platforms often include built-in multi-language support, but the legacy Japanese Android app remains JP-only without modification. Available English Patches

If you boot the game and the text is still entirely in Japanese, your file paths are incorrect. Double-check that your patch folder name exactly matches the Title ID of your specific game region copy. Ensure there are no nested folders (e.g., a folder inside a folder with the same name). Black Screen on Launch

Pick 1, 2, or 3.

The primary reason for using a JP English patch is to access content missing from the Western release: Version 1.3 Content