latestupdate in Monster Hunter Wilds: introduction of a new endgame expansion, 9-star monsters, and improvements in stability for the PC version.
Monster Hunter Wilds players can look forward to a new update, set to release on August 13, 2025. This update brings a host of changes aimed at improving the game experience, particularly for veteran players and newcomers alike.
Addition of 9-star monsters and quests
For players at Hunter Rank 100 or above, nine species of 9-star monsters appear in tempered versions. These include Rey Dau, Uth Duna, Nu Udra, Jin Dahaad, Gore Magala, Arkveld, Mizutsune, Lagiacrus, and Seregios. Completing these quests rewards Glowing Stones that can be appraised into Talismans with randomly assigned bonuses and weapon skills, expanding endgame content.
Weapon balance adjustments
The update brings buffs and tweaks to most weapons across the board, excluding the Hammer, aiming for better overall weapon balance to improve game challenge and fairness.
Quality of life and bug fixes
Numerous bug fixes and quality of life improvements accompany the patch, including fixes to game crashes related to fast travel or fainting and returning to camp.
Performance and optimization improvements
Special attention was given to improving stability and optimization, particularly for the PC (Steam) version, where performance and stability issues had caused mostly negative user reviews. The update requires around 3 GB on PS5, 2 GB on Xbox Series X|S, and 2 GB on Steam, but 6 GB with the high-resolution texture pack installed.
Future improvements planned
Capcom announced additional fixes and content updates are planned for upcoming title updates 3 and 4, including CPU load reduction, NPC improvements, and enhancements to Seikret mounts.
This update is a response to player feedback about endgame content depth, weapon balancing, and platform-specific performance issues, aiming to deliver a more satisfying experience for all players.
[1] Monster Hunter Wilds official website [2] Monster Hunter Wilds community forum [3] Monster Hunter Wilds patch notes [4] Monster Hunter Wilds director Yuya Tokuda's message to the community [5] Monster Hunter Wilds update 1.021.01.00 patch notes
Avid gamers and tech enthusiasts, take note of the upcoming Monster Hunter Wilds update on August 13, 2025. This update not only focuses on enhancing gameplay for veterans and newcomers but also introduces cross-platform compatibility with smartphones, opening up a new realm of gaming experiences with 9-star monsters and quests, while optimizing performance, particularly for PC users via Steam.
