Capcom has confirmed that Monster Hunter Tri has shipped to North American stores for the Nintendo Wii.

Monster Hunter Tri offers players an array of options to tailor the experience to suit their taste. With the inclusion of Wii Speak support, players can communicate online via voice chat or the traditional text based chat. The game’s variety of control schemes allows players to use the Classic Controller Pro, Wii Remote and Nunchuk, or Classic Controller to slay the majestic beasts. Players who prefer offline gameplay never need to hunt alone with the inclusion of an A.I. partner, Cha-Cha, to aid them along their journey and split-screen arena quests allow players to hunt locally with a friend.

Monster Hunter Tri sees the introduction of an expansive story mode with players taking on the role of a hunter, who is tasked by the Village Chief to investigate the constant earthquakes that threaten the everyday life of Moga village. The incentive to complete quests is now no longer limited to the collection of items and money with which the hunter can create or upgrade armor and weapons. Successful hunts have a real impact on the status of Moga Village as on returning home, quest items are used to repair damage caused by the earthquakes resulting in happier and more active villagers.