Get ready, Monster Hunter fans, because the Wilds are about to get wilder! Capcom just dropped a bombshell announcement that a massive expansion is in the works for Monster Hunter Wilds, and it’s shaping up to be a game-changer. But here’s where it gets even more exciting: the highly anticipated version 1.041 update is set to launch on February 18, bringing a slew of new challenges, collaborations, and celebrations to keep hunters on their toes. And this is the part most people miss—details about the expansion will be revealed this summer, so mark your calendars!
For those eager to dive into the action, the 1.041 update is packed with fresh content. Players can expect to face off against the formidable Arch-tempered Arkveld and tackle 10-star Arch Tempered Monsters, including Rey Dau, Uth Duna, Nu Udra, and Jin Dahaad. But here’s the controversial part: is this update enough to tide players over until the expansion drops, or will it leave them craving more? Let’s not forget the unique Event Quests, a special collaboration with Monster Hunter Stories 3: Twisted Reflection, and the inclusion of weapon and pendant designs from an official contest. Plus, there’s a first-anniversary event to celebrate the game’s milestone.
In a heartfelt first-anniversary video message, Monster Hunter Wilds Producer Ryozo Tsujimoto confirmed that the expansion will be on par with fan-favorite additions like Monster Hunter World: Iceborne and Monster Hunter Rise: Sunbreak. “We plan to share more information with you this summer, so please look forward to it,” Tsujimoto teased.
Here’s a breakdown of the packed schedule for February and March:
February 18 – Version 1.041 Update
- Special Supplies: Hunter Appreciation Pack (claimable once until March 19)
- Limited-Time Event: Festival of Accord: Blossomdance (until February 25)
- Event Quests (always available):
- Arc-tempered Arkveld
- 10-Star Arch-tempered Monsters (Rey Dau, Uth Duna, Nu Udra, Jin Dahaad)
- Design Contest: Great Sword / Pendant
- Side Mission (always available): Monster Hunter Stories 3: Twisted Reflection Collaboration
- New Features: 10-star difficulty, high-difficulty optional quests, new side mission, free Character and Palico Edit Voucher, and Latin American Spanish voice language.
- Special Supplies: Hunter Appreciation Pack (claimable once until March 19)
February 25
- Limited-Time Event: Festival of Accord: Flamefete (until March 4)
- Event Quest (always available): Neon Neopterons
- Limited-Time Event: Festival of Accord: Flamefete (until March 4)
February 28 – Anniversary
- Limited-Time Event Quest: Just What the Doctor Ordered
- Event Quest (always available): Razzle Dazzle Frazzle
- Limited-Time Event Quest: Just What the Doctor Ordered
March 4
- Limited-Time Event: Festival of Accord: Dreamspell (until March 12)
- Event Quest (always available): Upcoming Event Quest
- Limited-Time Event: Festival of Accord: Dreamspell (until March 12)
March 12
- Limited-Time Event: Festival of Accord: Lumenhymn (until March 19)
- Event Quest (always available): Upcoming Event Quest
- Limited-Time Event: Festival of Accord: Lumenhymn (until March 19)
March 19
- Free Challenge Quest (limited time): Arch-tempered Arkveld
- Free Challenge Quest (limited time): Arch-tempered Arkveld
Monster Hunter Wilds is currently available on PlayStation 5, Xbox Series, and PC via Steam. Whether you’re a seasoned hunter or a newcomer, this update and the upcoming expansion promise to deliver hours of thrilling gameplay.
But here’s the question for you: With so much content on the horizon, what are you most excited about—the new monsters, the collaboration events, or the expansion itself? Let us know in the comments below, and don’t forget to check out the new trailer and Tsujimoto’s anniversary message for a sneak peek at what’s to come!
