Hey hunters,

How’s it going?

Over the last week we’ve been releasing new overview videos of the mechanics and weapons that you’ll be getting to grips with in Monster Hunter Wilds!

Things kicked off on Monday 5th August with the Basic Actions, Focus Mode and Great Sword videos, so if you missed those in our last post you can check them out by clicking HERE.

Since then, we’re releasing new weapon video each day until Gamescom Opening Night Live on 20th August, where we’ll be debuting the next Monster Hunter Wilds trailer to the world, so make sure to tune in!

But what have we got for you today? Well, we’ve collated the weapon videos that have dropped since the Great Sword and compiled them below, so check out the Heavy Bowgun, Insect Glaive, Gunlance, Hunting Horn, Long Sword and Charge Blade in action below!



Heavy Bowgun



The Heavy Bowgun, but not as you know it. Bring out the big guns and demonstrate overwhelming firepower with new actions that define this weapon's damage focused ranged identity in the hunt!


Insect Glaive



Take to the skies with your Kinsect ally and harvest extracts from monsters for powerful buffs!
Use Focus Mode to effectively coordinate attacks with your Kinsect!


Gunlance



Unrelenting explosions combined with a staunch shield create a combo that's a blast for hunters!
Drill a path towards victory by exploiting weak points with Focus Mode.


Hunting Horn



Buffs, bonks and playing the song of your hunting party on a monster's head, this is the updated Hunting Horn!

Utilise the new Echo Bubbles action to grant special effects in an area and Focus Mode for precision doots! Ready for an encore?


Long Sword



For those who have studied the blade. Embrace the flow of the hunt and counter attacks in the blink of an eye. Charge your Spirit Gauge to empower your attacks.

With Focus Mode, slice with absolute precision and seal the monster's fate.


Charge Blade



One weapon, many ways to wield it.

Use the swiftness of Sword Mode to charge up your Phials, then channel them into your Sword, Shield or Axe for flashy results.

With Focus Mode, spin up something that will saw right through their weak points!



That wraps up the first batch of weapon overviews! What were the highlights for you? Let us know in the comments, we’d love to hear your thoughts!

Not seen your favourite weapon yet? It’s all good! New videos are still dropping daily on our Monster Hunter social media accounts including:

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For our Arabic speaking hunters, we also have a new Arabic language Capcom Twitter / X account where you can keep up to date on Monster Hunter news HERE.

Feel free to follow us on your preferred platforms for that sweet Monster Hunter news!

We’ll also be doing a follow-up Part 2 post here on Steam with the remaining weapon overviews once they’re all out, so we’ll have you covered here too!


See you at Gamescom 2024!

As mentioned at the start of the post, a new Monster Hunter Wilds trailer will debut as part of Opening Night Live on 20th August, but Wilds will also be getting its first global, playable hands-on for Gamescom attendees!

So, if you happen to be attending the expo, you can come and be among the first hunters in the world to play Monster Hunter Wilds with us between August 21st – 25th.



That wraps up Part 1 of our weapon overview post!

We hope you liked what you’ve seen so far! We’ll be back soon with even more overview goodness for you.

See you in the hunt!

- The Monster Hunter Community Team

We'll be showing our official Trailer #3 at this year's gamescom Opening Night Live held on August 20, 2024 (CEST). Monster Hunter Wilds will be releasing globally in 2025, so don't miss your chance to see the latest our newest Monster Hunter title has to offer!
Monster Hunter Wilds will also be playable to the public for the first time ever at gamescom 2024, held from August 21 to August 25 in Cologne, Germany. Ahead of the event, we'll be regularly releasing video shorts that showcase basic hunter mechanics and a give a brief introduction about each of the 14 weapon types. The first one drops today, so check it out!
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The first two videos cover basic mechanics and the new Focus Mode. These intros are perfect for anyone new to the series or anyone who just wants to learn more about the action in Monster Hunter Wilds. Even long-time series fans shouldn't miss out, though—check out the weapon intro videos for a sneak peek at new moves for each weapon!


This video covers some of the basics of controlling your hunter. You'll also learn about the hunter's trusty Slinger, and about the new Seikret mount, which will be an indispensable ally as you explore and traverse the world.


Focus Mode allows you to carefully aim your attacks or guards. Use Focus Mode to attack or guard in the direction the camera is facing, and also highlight any wounds or weak points on the monster.
Special attacks available during Focus Mode—Focus Strikes will deal massive damage when connecting with a wound or weak point. Hitting a wound with a Focus Strike will destroy the wound, dealing massive damage and stunning the monster.


Monster Hunter Wilds weapon videos will be releasing regularly. Follow our official website and socials so you don't miss a single drop!

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Hunters can show off their experience from the New World by earning some nostalgic in-game equipment for your Palico in Monster Hunter Wilds. If you have save data from Monster Hunter: World and Iceborne on Steam, you'll earn in-game equipment from each save data milestone when you start your adventure in Monster Hunter Wilds.
See our official website for more information.
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The hit RPG Monster Hunter Stories 2: Wings of Ruin has sold more than 2 million copies, and is celebrating the third anniversary of its Steam release on July 9th! Monsters from Monster Hunter: World and Iceborn such Velkhana, Anjanath and Legiana make an appearance, too!
Its predecessor, Monster Hunter Stories, was released on Steam on July 14th, so if you haven't done so already, be sure to check it out!

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Monster Hunter Stories Character Relationship Chart
We hope you find these useful, whether you've already played or are just getting started!



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Join fellow hunters across all platforms with crossplay support!
Also revealed at Summer Game Fest 2024, Monster Hunter Wilds will feature crossplay—allowing players to join their fellow hunters across all platforms.
See our official website for more information.
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The game's third trailer will be revealed at gamescom Opening Night Live ahead of the first ever playable demo which will be on the showfloor at gamescom 2024!

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Stay tuned for more information on Monster Hunter Wilds!

The Steam version of Monster Hunter Stories launches on June 14, 2024!


The first Monster Hunter RPG is now fully voiced!*
Raise your own monsters and embark on an epic adventure!
＊English and Japanese voices only.

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If you have save data for the Steam version of Monster Hunter Stories 2: Wings of Ruin, you can get the "Mahana Rider" Navirou Outfit in the Steam version of Monster Hunter Stories.

- Navirou Outfit: "Mahana Rider"

Note: Navirou's Outfits are purely cosmetic and only change his appearance.

Digital versions of Monster Hunter Stories and Monster Hunter Stories 2: Wings of Ruin are now available as a set!


Monster Hunter Stories Collection
Monster Hunter Stories Deluxe Collection
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"Monster Hunter Wilds - 2nd Trailer: The Hunter's Journey

Hey Hunters! We're back again and thrilled to share our follow-up trailer for Monster Hunter Wilds, which was just revealed at Summer Game Fest 2024.
In the trailer, you'll get a taste of how we're aiming to craft the most immersive hunting experience yet, with seamless transitions between dramatic storytelling and riveting gameplay. Plus, a look at a brand new monster. "

Doshaguma takes the spotlight in this new artwork.

Take a look at our latest artwork, featuring the hunter confronting a pack of Doshaguma in the Windward Plains locale. We hope you get a sense of the harsh and hostile environments that you'll encounter in the world of Monster Hunter Wilds.

Introducing an all-new leviathan that inhabits the Windward Plains

Balahara

Revealed in the trailer is the desert-dwelling leviathan, Balahara. They use their serpentine bodies to move nimbly through the sand, and are capable of expelling the mucus they secrete to attack their prey. The can also use this mucus to slither through rough and jagged landscapes with ease.
Beware their ability to create quicksand traps, which ensnare prey, regardless if they're a monster or another hunter.
The trailer also features another shocking monster reveal, however you'll have to stay tuned to learn more about it in the future.
Also revealed at Summer Game Fest, Monster Hunter Wilds will feature crossplay across all platforms! Join your fellow hunters, regardless if you're playing here on Steam, or on another platform.
And last but not least, we'll be back with more Monster Hunter Wilds news during Gamescom, starting on August 21.
See our official website for more information.

https://www.monsterhunter.com/wilds/en-us/

Hunters, we appreciate your excitement for Monster Hunter Wilds and can't wait to share more with you! Keep watching this space for more information to come.

Note: The information here represents a product still in development. Content or terminology may differ in the final product.

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Follow our official website and social media accounts to keep up-to-date on new information about the story, characters, monsters, and other exciting gameplay additions in Monster Hunter Wilds!
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Hey hunters,

How’s the hunting?

It’s been some time since we last shared some hunting tips with you, but we’re back with some more tips to aid you on your journey through Monster Hunter: World’s late and endgame! Specifically, we’ll be looking at some of the fearsome Elder Dragons you’ll be facing and give you some slight pointers to see you on your way to success!

The monsters we cover in this post are but one part of what World has to offer in the later stages of the game, so be sure to also check out the wide range of Event Quests (including our collaboration ones!), as well as the Kulve Tarroth Siege for some hunts with a twist that in some cases come with their own rewards, including a greater chance of encountering crown-sized monsters!



Hunters that have reached this point are likely to be well versed in how to hunt, crafting and upgrading their gear, as well as gathering useful supplies from the various locales that make-up the New World. However, we hunters are always growing and learning, so take this information and use it to sharpen your skills even further!

Delving into the Elder’s Recess, you’ll face the powerful monsters that inhabit the Elder’s Recess (Yes, that includes Dodogama!) and come face to face with a range of mighty Elder Dragons, forces of nature that stand at the apex of the monster hierarchy!


Concept art depicting a hunter’s arrival into the Elder’s Recess.



As mentioned, entering this stage of Monster Hunter: World means you’ll now be going toe-to-toe with against some of the toughest hunts in the New World. Elder Dragons are a rare species of monster that defy standard classification from the Guild, often possessing extraordinary destructive power than can cause natural disasters and other phenomenon. Oh, and traps won’t work on them either, these monsters can’t be captured nor stalled with these items.

In short, it’s time to step up and prep your gear foe some serious threats. Having said that, Elder Dragons themselves provide parts that allow for the creation powerful new weapon and armour options, giving your hard-fought victories some sweet rewards! Now let’s get you covered with a few words of advice…


Nergigante



Nergigante, the flagship monster of Monster Hunter: World. You’ve traded blows before in Low Rank, but now it's time to finish what you started!

Nergigante is a terrifying destructive force with a spike covered body. The key to overcoming this monster is doing your best to break its regenerating spikes that grow over its body. If not destroyed, they will harden over time and strengthen Nergigante’s offensive and defensive abilities! The biggest clue to deal Nergigante’s spikes is their colour! Fresh spikes are soft and white, but over time they darken and eventually become hardened black spikes. So, the trick here is to focus on destroying the spikes furthest along this process first, preventing them from reaching their final form!

For those of you that love the satisfaction of breaking the different parts of a monster, you’ll be in for quite the satisfying fight! Just beware its devastating dive bomb attack, which can take you out in a single hit at this point in the game!

If you’re looking to gear up specifically for this fight, consider using weapons with Thunder or Dragon element. Flash pods can also be useful here to interrupt some of Nergigante’s bigger hitting attacks. It’s also worth packing your Vitality Mantle for a quick respite when recovering from a big hit or helping defend yourself when Nergigante is on the attack!


After successfully hunting Nergigante, you’ll be tasked with tracking down three more elder dragons in their specific locales, the Ancient Forest, Wildspire Waste and the Rotten Vale.

To track down these elder dragons and complete this assignment, you can follow a similar process to what you did during the ??? Rathian quest, however this time you’ll only gain progress for each specific Elder Dragon for any blue footprints you find, or High Rank hunts you complete in their associated locale.

After a few High Rank hunts and a bit of gathering in each locale, the time will soon come to put your skills to the test once again…


Teostra



Teostra is a fearsome elder dragon known for its control over fire and its explosive flames. Aside from its physical and flame breath attacks, Teostra can spread volatile powder which it can ignite at will, punishing hunters who linger near it.

At times, Teostra will also wreath itself in flames, causing damage over time to hunters in its immediate vicinity. Equipping a Fireproof Mantle will fully negate both Fireblight and Blastblight and also reduce the damage you take from any flame breath attacks whilst worn! If you haven’t unlocked the Fireproof Mantle yet, make sure you’ve been completing any Optional Requests you’ve been given by The Armory in the Workshop area. (To unlock these particular quests, make sure you’ve hunted High Rank Rathian and Dodogama, as well discovered or hunted Lavasioth and Uragaan, who dwell in the Elder's Recess).

Some of Teostra’s attacks can also cause hunters to suffer from Blastblight, a debuff that will cause hunters to take burst explosive damage upon the next attack that lands from Teostra, or if not removed in time. The good news is, rolling three times or consuming a Nulberry will cure the affliction.

As you may expect, weapons that dish out water and ice damage will serve you well here, particularly if you target Teostra’s head, high risk, high reward style! Oh, and one last thing, Teostra possesses a powerful nova attack. If you see it rise into the air and draw in its flames, quickly make some distance to avoid being caught in the devastating blast.


Kushala Daora



Prepare to push against powerful cyclones in your battle with Kushala Daora, an elder dragon known for its mastery of the wind. Arguably the biggest challenge in this hunt is dealing with the pressure, both physically and metaphorically, that Kushala Daora can dish out with its aggressive attacks and multiple, zoning wind cyclones it can deploy on the field simultaneously.

Kushala Daora is also a monster than favours aerial combat, pelting cyclones down onto hunters as they reposition around the area. As such, we highly recommend bringing some Flash Pods into the hunt with you, allowing you to bring the elder dragon crashing back down to the ground for some hunter-based retribution.

At times, Kushala Doara will cover its body in a cloak of dense wind, reducing your ability to stay close for repeated strikes as you’re buffeted away, however using a Dragon element weapon that comes with the “Elder Seal” buff and repeatedly striking the monster will allow you to temporarily remove this key part of Kushala Daora’s defences, leaving them much more vulnerable to your attacks!

Hunters can also bolster their own defensive capabilities to counter Kushala Doara’s Wind Pressure, such as using armour pieces with the “Windproof” skill, or even three pieces of Kushala armour itself to activate the “Kushala Daora Flight” set bonus and make future hunts against this monster even smoother!

If you use Hunting Horn, or play with someone who does, then you’re in luck! The Regal Flute Hunting Horn (including higher versions), crafted from Pink Rathian parts, has a melody that completely disables both Wind Pressure and Dragon Wind Pressure, making it a truly powerful buff that’s even stronger than the Windproof armour skill, which only stops normal wind pressure. Doot Doot!


Vaal Hazak



Making its home in the depths of the Rotten Vale, Vaal Hazak is a macabre elder dragon that has a symbiotic relationship with the debilitating Effluvium vapor of the Rotten Vale, allowing it to weaponize it against hunters and other monsters alike to devastating effect.

Be warned, inhaling too much of the Effluvium vapor Vaal Hazak emits will immediately cut your maximum health in half, leaving you extremely vulnerable to being carted. Be sure to stock up on Nulberries before fighting this monster as they’re the quickest and most reliable way to cleanse this debuff. Add them to your radial menu too for quick use in times of need!

If you’ve unlocked the Cleanser Booster, bring that too to assist not only yourself, but any fellow hunters who are fighting alongside you!

Vaal Hazak not only emits this vapor from its body, but can project it via hard-hitting breath attacks, so pay attention and prepare to evade when you see and hear Vaal Hazak draw in a deep breath.

One other thing to keep in mind to tip the odds in your favour, when Vaal Hazak moves to another part of the map, take a look at the ceiling! One wide, cavernous area with a singular acid stream in the corner has two stalactite formations on the roof that can be quickly knocked down with a well-placed slinger shot (any ammo will do!), causing huge damage and a knockdown to this monster! These stalactites stand out from the rest of the roof, looking like pale, cracked spikes hanging from the ceiling. Use these to gain quick control of the fight and turn on the tables on this powerful elder dragon.



Good news, hunters! The original Monster Hunter Stories game is back and coming to Steam on June 14!

In Monster Hunter Stories, you’re not a hunter, but a Monster Rider, where you’ll hatch, raise and battle with some of your favourite monsties in an epic RPG adventure.

If you haven’t already, check out the trailer below:



This updated version of the original game includes refined graphics, a new Museum mode, full English and Japanese voice over, as well as content previously only released in Japan.

The Steam Store page is live now, so feel free to give it a Wishlist to keep up to speed with the latest news and info, as well as supporting the game ahead of launch:

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Thanks all!



That wraps up this post, thanks for checking it out!

We hope the tips above help you in your hunts against these powerful elder dragons, and propel you into the exciting climax of the Monster Hunter: World story!

We’ll see you in the hunt!

- The Monster Hunter Community Team

The "Monster Hunter 20th Anniversary Special Program" was held on March 12th featuring various guests to celebrate the 20th anniversary of the Monster Hunter series! Check it out here if you missed it!
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Monster Hunter 20th Anniversary Website
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The "Capcom Highlights" digital event was held on the same day! During the event, there was an announcement related to the first Monster Hunter RPG, Monster Hunter Stories!
Check it out here!

Note: Please note that this program features some age-restricted titles.


Become a Monster Rider who raises monsters and forges lifelong bonds with them in this epic adventure set in a vast, vibrant world.
Befriend monsters to transform them into your Monsties! Transfer genes between monsters to raise Monsties with their own unique attributes and skills! Utilize your Monstie's Riding Actions out in the field to discover everything the locales have to offer!
Guess your opponent's attack patterns and experience the excitement of mainline Monster Hunter titles while engaging in thrilling, turn-based battles with monsters.
In addition to featuring Japanese and English voice overs, this remastered version also includes a "Museum" mode where you can view concept art and listen to the game's music!

As a pre-order bonus, you will receive Navirou's "King" and "Queen" Outfits.
Digital pre-orders will be available soon!
For more details, please visit the official website!
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Pre-order Bonus
- Navirou Outfits: "King" and "Queen"

Note: This pre-order bonus may be made available at a later date.
Note: Navirou's Outfits are purely cosmetic and only change his appearance.

Get a great deal on Monster Hunter titles!
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Hey hunters,

How’re the hunts treating you?

In this post we’ll be welcoming you into High Rank and providing some pointers to help you settle into the next stage of your adventure, including some advice on your first High Rank challenge, tracking down the elusive ??? Rathian!

We know a lot of you hunters know exactly what monster this is, but for the sake of avoiding a quest spoiler for our newer hunters, we’ll leave discovering exactly which monster this is to you!



If you’re now at this point (or beyond), congratulations! You’ve steeled yourself as a hunter, overcome the challenges of Low Rank, brought Zorah Magdaros’ quest to its conclusion and likely crafted yourself some rather swish gear on the way!

High Rank brings with it a host of exciting new challenges as you encounter new monsters, new locales and the monsters you thought you knew from Low Rank will be even more dangerous, both hitting harder and being able to take more damage before they go down.

But with these new challenges comes even more powerful rewards! High Rank monsters yield new parts and materials that you can use to craft even stronger armour pieces and weapons, so it’s probably a good idea to quickly transition over to the new gear on offer, or soon will be once you take down your first few monsters!

The good news is, your first assignment in High Rank will help with just that…



Soon after arriving in High Rank you’ll be tasked with investigating some mysterious tracks that belong to an unidentified Rathian!

Fear not though, there’s a couple of ways to approach this task that’ll have you filling up that progress bar in no-time and bringing you face to face with your elusive ??? Rathian!

Method 1 – Finding ??? Rathian Footprints

Whether you’re out on a High Rank expedition, or trying out some High Rank optional quests (denoted by the orange stars, instead of blue), there’s a good chance your scoutflies will discover ??? Rathian tracks when you’re adventuring in either the Ancient Forest, Wildspire Waste or Coral Highlands – however you won’t find any in the Rotten Vale, maybe this type of Rathian isn’t a fan of the smell, after all that particular locale isn’t known for its fresh air!

When you see these tracks, simply collect them and you’ll see your tracking progress bar increase! Growing the bar this way is incremental, but it’ll soon add up!

You can speed up this process and make finding those tracks even easier by crafting the headpiece from the High Rank “Hunter’s α” set. This specific piece of armour has both the “Scoutfly Range Up” skill, which makes it easier to find traces, and the “Scholar” skill, which increases the total number of research points received – creating a great combo to keep your research rolling!

The best bit is, this armour piece is really easy to craft, all you need is some zenny and a few pieces from the High Rank version of the small monster, Jagras:

• Jagras Hide x 3
  
• Jagras Scale x 4

So just head out into a High Rank Expedition or Quest in the Ancient Forest, hunt down some Jagras and that armour will be yours before you know it!


Method 2 – Completing High Rank, 6-Star Optional Quests

Another way that will rapidly fill up your investigation bar is simply completing High Rank optional quests, which will provide you with a sizable chunk of progress, even if you don’t find any ??? Rathian tracks in the hunt itself!

This also has the benefit of giving you the opportunity to farm out some of your first High Rank armour pieces and weapons to prepare you for what’s ahead!

The available quests will let you choose from the following monsters to hunt:

• Barroth
  
• Pukei-Pukei
  
• Rathian

And maybe a surprise guest….

If when you check the quest list, you can’t find a quest for any of the listed monsters, simply head out into a High Rank expedition, “spot” the monster up close and their quest will be added into the 6-star line-up.

You can repeat the same quest multiple times too and still get investigation progress, so go for whichever one suits you best / which one will help you get the gear you’re after!

To summarise, fear not this assignment! By simply doing some High Rank hunts and picking up tracks on the way, you’ll soon be coming face to face with ??? Rathian and a whole host of other monsters as you proceed with deeper into the New World and High Rank!

Just make sure to swing by the Smithy to craft that High Rank gear, you’ll definitely appreciate it!





This week we were excited to reveal that the first instalment of the Monster Hunter Stories series is
back and coming to Steam this Summer!

For those of you unfamiliar with Monster Hunter Stories, instead of hunting monsters as a hunter, you assume the role of a Rider, hatching, raising and battling with your favourite Monsties in an epic RPG adventure!



This updated version of the original game includes refined graphics, a new Museum mode, full English and Japanese voice over, as well as content previously only released in Japan.

The Steam Store page isn’t up just yet, but we’ll make sure to let you know when it is. Ride on!



That wraps up our latest post, thanks for checking it out!

Good luck to all hunters who are about to arrive at, or have just hit High Rank, you’ve got this!
We’ll see you in the hunt!

- The Monster Hunter Community Team