Riding high on the success of PSP title Monster Hunter Portable 2nd, Capcom announced Monster Hunter Portable 2nd G for the PSP at its TGS press event.

According to a report from Famitsu, Monster Hunter Portable 2nd G is essentially an expansion to the previous title. Players can expect upgraded monsters, as well as all-new locations and quests. Additionally, save data from Monster Hunter Portable 2nd can be transferred to the new game.

No exact release date was announced, but the game is expected to hit Japan in 2008.

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