Reveals all the details for Capcom Monster Hunter Wilds The last major update, including challenging new hunts, special rewards, limited-time event quests, and a big anniversary celebration. Unfortunately for Capcom, Monster Hunter Wild It never managed to reach the same heights of capturing the attention of fans Monster hunter world. While the game still sold well, despite missing its sales expectations, it often struggled with technical issues, especially for PC players.
However, Capcom continued to work on the game, addressing player frustrations and adding new content, especially for those looking for more challenging hunts. Almost a year after its launch, Capcom is winding down its update cycle and it may take longer than many expected, it seems. Monster Hunter Wild Also fixing its biggest remaining issue with an upcoming patch.
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Monster Hunter Wilds February 2026 Update Details
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Release date: February 18, 2026
Monster Hunter Wild Producer Ryozo Tsujimoto appears in a new video from Capcom to discuss the team's plans for the upcoming major update. Set to arrive on February 18, this last major update is packing a lot for players, including a new battle against an arc-tempered version of Arkveld, the creature of cover. Monster Hunter Wild. Battles require players to be Hunter Rank 100 or higher, as Arkveld is a 10-star battle. Naturally, players will be able to craft unique armor sets, including armor that fails after collecting the appropriate amount of material.
Along with Arkveld, Capcom is bringing back all four previous Monster Hunter Wilds Arch-tempered fights in new 10-star quests. Players able to overcome these challenging fights will be rewarded with Timeworn Charms and have a higher chance of earning a rare talisman. During this time, an optional quest called Proof of a Hero will also activate, requiring the hunting party to kill all four monsters in 50 minutes or less.
This update also adds winning weapon and pendant designs submitted by players. These include Nolan Lu's Shatterseal greatsword, which looks like a shattered mirror, and ikei's SOS Meating Pendant, designed to look like a piece of meat held by 3 feylnes. Players can earn these items in new event quests. Support Hunter Nadia will also have a special co-op mission where players will need to fight what appear to be colorful blob-style creatures.
upcoming Monster Hunter Stories 3: Twisted Reflection There is also going to be a special collaboration with the Wilds through a special side mission. Players will help a royal palico named Rudy save eggs while out in the world. Players can earn unique rewards for their Palico, such as Rudy outfits and “Monstie-themed pendants”.
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Interestingly, Ryozo Tsujimoto also revealed that Capcom tried to determine this through player data. Monster Hunter Wild'Rompopolo is the least hunted animal in the game. As such, the development team created a limited-time quest to find its special edition, which offers players an assortment of new and interesting rewards. Another limited-time event is launching at the end of February, with Tsujimoto teasing “awesome” gala suits and Feline Star armor sets.
The update is also celebrating its first anniversary Monster Hunter Wild Original release date. During the month following the arrival of the update, players can participate in a special in-game event with a free Hunter Appreciation item pack. All previous seasonal events will be on a weekly rotating schedule, allowing players to once again participate and earn the various rewards associated with them. Monster Hunter WildThe Grand Hub will also change depending on the active event, including limited-time food options.
In addition to the February update, Tsujimoto also confirmed that a new expansion is currently in development Monster Hunter Wild And Capcom is planning for a full reveal sometime in the summer. It stands to reason that this disclosure may follow the previous one monster hunter Announcements at the Summer Games Festival, with a big trailer likely coming during Geoff Keighley's showcase. Tsujimoto was light on details but referred to it as a “massive level expansion” and possibly the size of Iceborne and Sunbreak for previous games in the series. Regardless, fans should expect to see more in the coming months.
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February 28, 2025
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Teens to a T // Violence, blood, crude humor
