What can you do as a free member?

Member benefits illustration

Create your free account today and unlock all our premium features and tools to enhance your gaming experience.

Member benefits illustration

Create your free account today and save articles to your watchlist and get notified when they're updated with new information.

Member benefits illustration

Create your free account today and save your favorite games for quick access later, synced across all your devices.

Member benefits illustration

By creating a Game8 account and logging in, you'll receive instant notifications when someone replies to your posts.

Comment rating feature illustration

By creating a Game8 account and logging in, you can make use of convenient features in the comments section, such as rating and sorting comments.

Premium archive feature illustration

By creating a Game8 account and logging in, you can access Premium articles that are exclusively available to members.

Site Interface

Guest
Free Member
Article Watchlist
Game Bookmarks
Cross-device Sync
Light/Dark Theme Toggle
User Profiles
Direct Feedback
Comment Rating

Game Tools

Guest
Free Member
Interactive Map Access
Interactive Map Pins
Interactive Map Comments
Interactive Map Pins Cross-Device
Check List
Event Choice Checker
Deck Builder Cross-Device
Message Board Notification
Message Board Cross-Device
Build Planner
Stat Calculator
Diagnostic Tool
Weapon/Armor Wishlist

Want more information?Learn more

Monster Hunter Wilds

Title Update 1 Release Date and Monsters

Add to Watchlist

Monster Hunter Wilds - Title Update 1

Title Update 1 (TU1) for Monster Hunter Wilds was released on April 4, 2025. Learn about the new Monsters, Grand Hub, and other features announced for Title Update 1!

What's New in Title Update 1

New Monsters

All New Monsters
Zoh Shia Zoh Shia Mizutsune Mizutsune Arch-Tempered Rey Dau Arch-Tempered Rey Dau
(April 29)

New Weapons

All New Weapons
Weapons Zoh Shia Weapons Weapons Mizutsune Weapons

New Armor

All New Armor
Armor Zoh Shia Armor Armor Mizutsune Armor Armor Guild Cross α
Armor Clerk α Armor Gourmand's Earring α Armor Earrings of Dedication α
Armor Strategist Spectacles α Armor Square Glasses α

New Skills

New Monster Set Bonus Skills
Zoh Shia's Pulse
(Super Recovery)
Mizutsune's Prowess
(Bubbly Dance)
New Group Skills
Glory's Favor
(Luck)
New Weapon Skills
Slicked Blade Whiteflame Torrent

New Talismans

All New Talismans
Fitness Charm VFitness Charm V Earplugs Charm IIEarplugs Charm II
Evasion Charm IVEvasion Charm IV Convert Charm IIConvert Charm II

New Features

All New Features
The Grand Hub Cooking and MealsThe Grand Hub Festival of Accord Quest Counter RedecorationFestival of Accord: Blossomdance
(April 22 - May 6)
Monster Hunter Wilds Alma ScrivenerChange Alma's Outfit Cosmetic DLC Pack 1Cosmetic DLC Pack 1
Grand Hub Arm Wrestling Arm Wrestling Diva PerformanceThe Diva

New Quests and Missions

Zoh Shia Chapter 6 Story Missions
Monster Hunter Wilds - An Unexpected SummonsAn Unexpected Summons Monster Hunter Wilds - A First CryA First Cry
Mizutsune Extra Missions
Monster Hunter Wilds The Whispering Forest Mission WalkthroughThe Whispering Forest Monster Hunter Wilds Spirit in the Moonlight Mission WalkthroughSpirit in the Moonlight
Side Missions
Monster Hunter Wilds - The Apple of Her Eye.pngThe Apple of Her Eye
Zoh Shia and Mizutsune Assignment Quests
GerminationGermination Mizutsune 5 Star,The Entrancing Water Dancer
Mizutsune Optional Quest
Mizutsune 5 Star,Bubbling Crimson Flowers
Arena Quests
Arena ChatacabraArena: Chatacabra Arena RathianArena: Rathian
Challenge Quests
Doshaguma of the HollowDoshaguma of the Hollow
(April 3 - April 17)
The Shining Storm RagesThe Shining Storm Rages
(May 7 - May 20)
Event Quests
King of a Faraway SkyKing of a Faraway Sky
(April 8 - April 15)
When Do Quematrice Sing?When Do Quematrice Sing?
(April 8 - April 22)

TU1 Changes

Confirmed Changes
✔︎ New Bubbleblight Status Ailments
✔︎ Meld Decorations Point Changes
✔︎ Wyverian Melding Point Changes
✔︎ Transfer Items via Provisions Stockpile
✔︎ Resting Now Requires 500 Guild Points

Title Update 1 Release Date and Time

Now Available!

Title Update 1 Release Date

Title Update 1 for Monster Hunter Wilds is now live! The update was released on April 4, 2025, which introduced Mizutsune, High Rank Zoh Shia, the Grand Hub, and other new content to the game.

Additional updates will be available starting April 22 with the introduction of Seasonal Events and an Event Quest featuring Arch-Tempered Rey Dau on April 29, with more features are expected around May.

TU1 Content Rollout Summary

Release Date Added Content
April 3*, 2025 Mizutsune + Tempered variant
8★ HR Zoh Shia
New Gathering Hub
Arena & Challenge Quests
New Event Quests
Free & Paid Cosmetic DLC
Change Alma's Outfit
April 22*, 2025 Festival of Accord
・Seasonal Event Quests
・Previous Event Reruns
April 29*, 2025 Arch-Tempered Rey Dau
・Gamma Armor Sets
May 7*, 2025 AT Rey Dau Free Challenge Quest

*Expected dates for US time zones; releases for European and Asian time zones will come the following day.

Free Title Updates Roadmap and Schedule

Releases at 8:00 PM PT

Release Timer
Title Update 1 is live!

Title Update 1 was released on April 3, 2025 (PT). A five-hour maintenance was conducted before the update went live.

Release Time Zones

Region Release Time
US Pacific (UTC-7) 8:00 PM, April 3, 2025
US Eastern (UTC-4) 11:00 PM, April 3, 2025
Brazil (UTC-3) 12:00 AM, April 4, 2025
United Kingdom (BST/UTC+1) 4:00 AM, April 4, 2025
South Africa (UTC+2) 5:00 AM, April 4, 2025
Philippines (UTC+8) 11:00 AM, April 4, 2025
Australian West Coast (UTC+8) 11:00 AM, April 4, 2025
Japan (UTC+9) 12:00 PM, April 4, 2025
Australian East Coast (UTC+10) 1:00 PM, April 4, 2025
New Zealand (UTC+13) 4:00 PM, April 4, 2025

Update Download Size

PS5 10 GB
Xbox 6 GB
Steam 6 GB
16 GB with High Res Texture Pack

Monster Hunter Wilds needs to be updated before any content from Title Update 1 can be accessed. Each platform has a different download size for the update, so make sure you have enough storage space in your device!

Title Update 1 Monsters

Arch-Tempered Rey Dau

Arch-Tempered Rey Dau Display

The first Arch-Tempered monster in the game, Arch-Tempered Rey Dau, is now available from April 29 ET to May 13, 8 PM ET. A Hunter Rank of 50 is needed to be able to start this quest.

Arch-Tempered monsters are even tougher variants of monsters more health and can execute a couple of new moves.

Arch-Tempered Rey Dau New Content

Arch-Tempered Monster
Arch-tempered Rey Dau Arch-Tempered Rey Dau
New Equipment
Armor Rey Dau γ Armor Set Felyne Rey Dau γ Set Felyne Rey Dau γ Set
Power Charm III Power Charm III Defense Charm V Defense Charm V
New Items
Rey Dau Certificate γ
New Skills
Lord's Soul / Guts (Tenacity)
New Quests
A Silent Flash
(Event Quest)
Apr 29 ~ May 13 ET
The Shining Storm Rages
(Free Challenge Quest)
May 6 ~ May 20 ET

Arch-Tempered Rey Dau

Mizutsune

Mizutsune

Mizutsune, the majestic Leviathan which debuted in Monster Hunter Generations, is the first post-launch monster to be added in Monster Hunter Wilds! It will be available to hunt starting HR 21, where you need to complete The Whispering Forest and Spirit in the Moonlight extra missions.

Mizutsune can use bubble attacks which can inflict Bubbleblight, a status condition which can make your hunter slip and slide across the field. This agile monster can also use its long body to slam any hunter from a distance.

Tempered Mizutsune Will Also Be Available

Tempered Mizutsune

Hunters who reach HR 41 will be able to hunt Tempered Mizutsune, as it will start appearing in the Environmental Overview of some maps like other Tempered monsters after reaching this rank.

All Related Mizutsune Articles
MizutsuneMizutsune MH Wilds - Weapons IconWeapons MH Wilds - Armor IconArmor Sets

High Rank Zoh Shia

Monster Hunter Wilds - Dragontorch Shrine Zoh Shia

Originally a one-time boss fight, Zoh Shia will be making a return to High Rank! It is an 8-star monster and is fought in the Dragontorch once again during Wyvern's Wakening in the Ruins of Wyveria. New high-rank weapons, armor, and Palico equipment will be available for forging upon defeating it.

You can encounter Zoh Shia from Field Surveys and Investigations after completing the Chapter 6 quests, An Unexpected Summons and A First Cry.

All Related Zoh Shia Articles
Zoh ShiaZoh Shia MH Wilds - Weapons IconWeapons MH Wilds - Armor IconArmor Sets

Title Update 1 Features

The Grand Hub

Grand Hub Multiplayer

Title Update 1 also introduces The Grand Hub. This is a new gathering place where you can meet, communicate, and cook with other hunters! It will bring features like arm-wrestling and Barrel Bowling, which can potentially give you some hunting items. This will be accessible once you reach HR 16 and talk to Tetsuzan in Suja.

If you're looking for new hunters to play with, check our message boards to find and connect with others!

The Grand Hub Explained

Seasonal Festivals

The Grand Hub Festival of Accord

Seasonal Events will be coming starting April 22 starting with the Festival of Accord: Blossomdance. During Seasonal Festivals, the Grand Hub will change its appearance and meals and you'll be able to obtain limited equipment and cosmetics. Seasonal events will also rerun older event quests.

Festival of Accord: Blossomdance Event

Springtime Decorations

Blossomdance Festival

The Grand Hub is filled with all sorts of springtime decorations to celebrate the festival. Cherry blossom trees have replaced the greenery in the area, and lanterns have been hanged all around the tents in the hub.

New Song from The Diva

The Diva During the Festival

The Diva also has a new performance during the festival, and will sing on the stage more frequently than normal. She will still provide buffs just like in her regular performances.

How to Get Buffs from The Diva

New Meal in Canteen

A new meal is available at the canteen during the festival. the Bloomdance Sushi Meal can be ordered at the tables with the use of the Blossomdance Voucher.

Canteen Guide

New Limited Bounties

New Limited Bounties are also available during the festival. Blossom Barrel Bombs, Blossomdance Tickets, and Blossomdance Vouchers can be obtained from completing these bounties.

New Alma Outfit

New Alma Outfit

Alma will also don a new outfit during the festival. She will change into the new outfit after talking to her in the Grand Hub.

Alma (Handler) Character Guide and Location

Arena Quests

Title Update 1 Arena Quests

Title Update 1 also features the return of Arena Quests in the Grand Hub. These will feature an Expedition Record Board where you can compete for the fastest clear times and take on additional limited bounties.

Arena Quests

Challenge and Free Challenge Quests

Challenge Quest Pendant Participation Awards

Also coming with Arena Quests are limited-time Challenge and Free Challenge Quests. These will come with Pendants as participation rewards. Arena and Challenge Quests are done with preset equipment and is limited to two players while Free Challenge Quests don't have these limits.

Challenge Quest Types
Challenge Quests Free Challenge Quests

New Event Quests

TU1 Event Armor Teasers

More Event Quests, which are free downloadable quests which offer special rewards, will be added in the game in the first Title Update. Like in the first set of event quests, these will offer unique rewards upon completing them, like new armor and ingredients.

List of Event Quests

Change Alma's Outfit

Change Alma Outfit

Title Update 1 will also allow players to change Alma's outfit and glasses. One outfit, presumably the Scrivener's Coat, will be given for free to try out. Her glasses will be available for customization after completing a side mission.

The Apple of Her Eye quest will unlock Alma's new glasses, and even unlock the new Square Glasses α and Strategist Spectacles α armor for you to craft!

Alma Character Guide and Location

Cosmetic DLC Pack 1 and Paid DLC

Cosmetic DLC Pack 1
Overview of Contents and Prices
・Hunter Layered Armor Set: Noblesse ($7.99)
・Hunter Layered Armor: Florescent Circlet ($1.99)
・Seikret Decoration: Purehorn Caparison ($4.99)
・Seikret Decoration: Duskhorn Caparison ($4.99)
・Pendant: Blue Fairy Light ($1.49)
・Pendant: Green Fairy Light ($1.49)
・Pendant: Pink Fairy Light ($1.49)
・Pendant: Red Fairy Light ($1.49)
・Pendant: Violet Fairy Light ($1.49)
・Pendant: White Fairy Light ($1.49)
・Photo Pose Set Vol. 1 ($3.99)
・Makeup/Face Paint: Monoblos Heart ($1.49)
・Tent Customization Set Vol. 1 ($1.99)
・Camp Gear Set Vol. 1 ($1.99)
・BGM Set Vol. 1 ($3.99)
・Sticker Set: Expedition Pals ($1.99)
Total (If Bought Separately) $44.34 USD
Cosmetic DLC Pack 1 Price $24.99 USD
Amount Saved $19.35 USD

Monster Hunter Wilds' first paid DLC pack, which consists of layered armor, poses, and the like, will also release alongside the first Title Update.

These are already included with the Premium Deluxe edition of the game and can be puchased individually or with the Cosmetic DLC Pass. Additionally, more DLC that aren't in the pack will be added and be available for purchase.

List of DLC and Prices

Version 1.010.00.00 Patch Notes

MH Wilds Patch Notes 1.010.00.00 Banner

Patch notes for the Version 1.010.00.00 of the game has been released before Title Update 1 is available.

Among new content for the first Title Update, several weapons and items received balance adjustments. A couple of bug fixes were also implemented in the update.

Title Update 1 Patch Notes 1.010.00.00
(April 3)

Title Update 1 Livestream

Aired on March 25, 2025 at 7 AM PT

A livestream featuring news all about the upcoming Title Update 1 was showcased on Monster Hunter's official Twitch or YouTube channels on March 25, 2025 at 7 AM PT / 10 AM ET.

Monster Hunter Wilds Related News

News and Game Info

News and Game Info

Title Updates

Update Release Date Information
Title Update 1
Ver 1.01
April 3*, 2025 Mizutsune
8★ HR Zoh Shia
Grand Hub
Arena and Challenge Quests
Free & Paid Cosmetic DLC
Change Alma's Outfit
April 22*, 2025 Festival of Accord: Blossomdance
April 29*, 2025 Arch-Tempered Rey Dau
・Gamma Armor Sets
May 7*, 2025 Free Challenge Quests
Version 1.011
Patch Notes
May 27*, 2025 Street Fighter 6 Collaboration
・Endemic Life List
・8-Star Monsters
Title Update 2
Ver 1.02
June 30, 2025 Lagiacrus
Seregios
Layered Weapons
July 22*, 2025 Festival of Accord: Flamefete
Arch-tempered Uth Duna
August 26*, 2025 Fender Special Collaboration
Version 1.021
Ver 1.021.01
Ver 1.021.02
August 12*, 2025 Weapon Balance Adjustments
9 Star Monsters and Investigations
RNG Appraised Talismans
Title Update 3
Patch Notes
September 29, 2025 Omega Planetes
Final Fantasy XIV Collab
Festival of Accord: Dreamspell
Arch-Tempered Nu Udra
Layered Armor Loadout to Equipment Loadout Linking
More 9-Star Hunts
Title Update 4 December 2025 Gogmazios
Artian Weapon Improvements / Expanded End-game Content
Festival of Accord Seasonal Event
PC Performance Improvements and Optimizations

*Expected dates for US time zones; releases for European and Asian time zones will come the following day.

Latest Patch Notes

Update 1.030.01.00
October 1, 2025
・Fixed an issue that caused some skill effects to be lost when drawing enmity from Omega Planetes.
・Fixed an issue where performing a mounted attack on Omega Planetes could prevent quest progress.
・Fixed an issue where Lagiacrus could appear in the Wounded Hollow regardless of story progression.
・Fixed an issue where Omega Planetes' Rocket Punch animation would sometimes remain on screen.
・Fixed an issue where Cactuar could appear in the Filter Icons list even when not present.
・Fixed an issue where coatings would sometimes fail to apply when attempting to apply them while charging with the bow.
Update 1.030.00.00
September 29, 2025
・Added Omega Planetes as part of the FF14 collab.
・Added new equipment and skills.
・Added new pendants, stickers, and gestures.
・Added new Seikret decorations.
・Added new Support Hunter who wields a Hunting Horn, Kai.
・Added new pop-up camp gear options.
Update 1.021.03.00 Update 1.021.02.00
Update 1.021.01.00 Update 1.020.02.00
Update 1.020.01.00 Update 1.020.00.00
▶︎ All Patch Notes and Updates

Events & Collaborations

Always Available
Street Fighter 6 Collab CAPCOM ID Registration Bonus

Game Information

Available Platforms Price and Editions
Is It Crossplay? Game Length
Offline Mode Server Status
PC Requirements Benchmark Tool
Best PC for Wilds How to Increase FPS
PS5 Performance Should You Buy PS5 Pro?
Xbox Series S Performance Is It Steam Deck Verified?
Is It on Game Pass? Product Codes
Resolution or Framerate Difficulty Explained
Server Maintenance Schedule How to Play Early With New Zealand Trick
Is There New Game Plus? Are Mods Bannable?
Is There an Optimization Patch? -

Pre-Release News and FAQ

Release Time and Countdown Preorder Bonuses and How to Claim
Preload Date and Time New Gameplay Features and Mechanics
Open Beta 1
Open Beta 2
Open Beta Save File Bonuses
Differences from Monster Hunter World Monster Hunter World Save Data Rewards
Does It Have PVP? New Weapon Types?
Are There Elder Dragons? Is There Romance?
Are There Classes? Open World?

Bugs and Error Codes

All Bugs and Error Codes
C1152-TMT-TD72
(PlayStation Error)
EA_19e15
(Communication Error)
R1187
(OBT Error)
CSE-00200-0-0
(Char. Creation Bug)
C1061-0-0
(Xbox Error)
Benchmark Tool Crash
(PC Error)
Gray Play Button
(Steam Error)
88500020
(Steam Error)
Anti-Tamper Error
(Steam Error)
Steam Errors
and How to Fix
How to Fix Crashing on Quest Start Error EW_30d43
(Connectivity Error)

Author

    Please participate in our site
    improvement survey
    12/2025
    Would you assist in
    improving Game8's site?
    ×
    This survey will take about 1 minute.
    Your answers will help us to improve our website.
    We are listening to our users' valuable opinions and discussing how to act on them.
    The information collected through this survey will be used for the purpose of improving our services. In addition, the information will only be disclosed a part of a statistic in a format that will not allow identification of personal information.
    Begin Survey

    All rights reserved

    Guide Index