Monster Hunter Wilds is a paid action RPG from Capcom, out since February 2025 on PS5, Xbox Series X|S and PC, with Switch 2 due December 4, 2026. Alone or with up to three others, you hunt giant monsters and craft gear from their parts. You win a quest by hunting the target before time or faints run out.
What is Monster Hunter Wilds?
Monster Hunter Wilds is the latest main entry in Capcom's long-running hunting series, developed and published by Capcom. It came out on February 28, 2025 on PlayStation 5, Xbox Series X|S and PC through Steam, and Capcom lists a Nintendo Switch 2 release for December 4, 2026. It is a one-time purchase, not free-to-play, with a Standard Edition and a Gold Edition that adds cosmetic DLC.
You play a hunter sent by the Guild into the Forbidden Lands after a boy named Nata survives an attack on his people, the Keepers, by a creature called the White Wraith. The regions shift between harsh and plentiful seasons, which changes which monsters show up. If action RPGs are new to you, our page on every game explained sets out how this genre differs from loot-focused ones.
| Fact | Monster Hunter Wilds (as of October 2026) |
|---|---|
| Developer and publisher | Capcom |
| Release date | February 28, 2025 |
| Platforms | PS5, Xbox Series X|S, PC (Steam); Switch 2 on December 4, 2026 |
| Price model | Paid; Standard and Gold editions |
| Genre | Action RPG, hunting |
| Players | Solo or 1 to 4 online, with crossplay |
| What is next | Ascendance expansion, planned for 2027 |
Capcom released free title updates through 2025, including Gogmazios in Title Update 4 on December 16, 2025, and a final major update on February 18, 2026 with Arch-Tempered Arkveld and 10-star Arch-Tempered monsters. At Summer Game Fest 2026 it announced Ascendance, a large expansion set among sky islands that brings Master Rank and Elder Dragons in 2027.
What is the objective of Monster Hunter Wilds?
The overall goal is to finish the story of the Forbidden Lands and then keep hunting tougher monsters in High Rank. Each hunt gives materials you turn into better weapons and armour, which lets you take on harder targets. That loop of hunting, crafting and upgrading is the heart of the game.
In one quest, the goal is the objective on the quest card, usually to hunt or slay one or more target monsters. You track the target, fight it, use the environment and your Seikret mount, and finish the job. Once the objective is done the quest ends and you collect your rewards.
How do you win a match in Monster Hunter Wilds?
Wilds has no PvP, so "winning" means completing quests. Most quests fail if you run out of time (usually 50 minutes) or if the group faints three times in total; a few allow more faints. Each faint also cuts the reward. Here is how the main content works:
| Mode | Team size | How you win |
|---|---|---|
| Story assignments (Low and High Rank) | Up to 4 (a few quests are solo only) | Hunt the target before 50 minutes or three faints |
| Optional and event quests | Up to 4 | Complete the listed objective within the quest limits |
| Tempered and Arch-Tempered hunts | Up to 4 | Beat stronger versions of monsters for better rewards |
| Gogmazios | First fight alongside NPC allies | Defeat it to unlock repeat fights and materials for Gogma Artian gear |
Low Rank quests run from 1 to 3 stars and High Rank from 4 up to 10 stars. Beating the story is the first big win; after that, the challenge is clearing the hardest Arch-Tempered and event quests.
How does ranked or progression work?
There is no competitive ranked mode. Your Hunter Rank (HR) rises as you complete quests and story chapters, and higher HR opens harder quests and monsters. Real power comes from gear: the weapons and armour you craft, plus the skills and decorations on them. The Ascendance expansion will add Master Rank in 2027. For more articles as we add them, browse our Monster Hunter Wilds guides hub.
Beginner tips to win more
- Try several weapon types early before committing to one. Comfort with one weapon matters more than raw damage.
- Eat a meal before every hunt. Food buffs stay active even after you faint, until their timer ends.
- Bring healing items and restock between quests so a bad hit does not become a faint.
- Fire an SOS flare on tough hunts to bring in other players or support hunters.
- Watch the monster rather than your health bar. Learning its attacks is the fastest way to stop fainting.
- Upgrade your armour, not only your weapon. Defence keeps you in the fight long enough to win.
- Use your Seikret to track the target and travel back fast after a faint.
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| Service | What you get | Price |
|---|---|---|
| MH Wilds Story Completion | The main story completed | From $29 |
| MH Wilds Hunter Rank Boost | Your Hunter Rank raised | From $39 |
| MH Wilds Tempered Monster Hunts | Tempered monster hunts cleared | From $15 |
| MH Wilds Arch-Tempered Carry | A carry through Arch-Tempered hunts | From $9 |
| MH Wilds Gogmazios Carry | A carry through the Gogmazios fight | From $9 |
| MH Wilds Weapon Coaching | Live coaching on the weapon you choose | From $14 |
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Monster Hunter Wilds FAQ
Is Monster Hunter Wilds free to play?
No. Monster Hunter Wilds is a paid game from Capcom, sold as a Standard Edition or a Gold Edition that adds a cosmetic DLC collection. Capcom has released its title updates, such as the one that added Gogmazios, at no extra charge to owners. The Ascendance expansion planned for 2027 is a separate large expansion, and Capcom has not confirmed its price as of October 2026.
Can you play Monster Hunter Wilds solo?
Yes. You can play the whole story alone, and a few quests are limited to a single player. Many players solo every hunt. If a monster is too tough, you can fire an SOS flare to invite other players or AI support hunters into your quest. Online, up to four hunters can share a quest, and the game supports crossplay between platforms.
How do you fail a quest in Monster Hunter Wilds?
Most quests fail when the 50-minute timer runs out or when the group faints three times in total. A few quests allow more faints. When you faint, your Palico carries you back to camp with full health and the quest continues, but each faint takes a share off the final reward. Check the quest card before you leave, since some quests list extra conditions.
How long does it take to beat Monster Hunter Wilds?
Capcom does not publish an official length, and it depends a lot on your weapon skill and how much optional content you do. The story is only the start, though: most of the long-term play comes afterwards, from Tempered and Arch-Tempered hunts, event quests and building better gear. Many players keep hunting for months after the credits roll.
What is Hunter Rank in Monster Hunter Wilds?
Hunter Rank, or HR, is your overall progress level. It rises as you finish quests and story chapters, and certain quests, monsters and events need a minimum HR before they appear. It is not a competitive rank and it does not make your character stronger on its own. Your strength comes from the weapons, armour and skills you craft from monster materials.
Is Monster Hunter Wilds coming to Switch 2?
Yes. Capcom lists a Nintendo Switch 2 release of Monster Hunter Wilds for December 4, 2026. The game is already out on PlayStation 5, Xbox Series X|S and PC through Steam. The Ascendance expansion is planned for 2027, and as of October 2026 it is not confirmed whether it will launch on Switch 2 on the same day as the other platforms.
New directions: MH Wilds Arch-Tempered and Gogmazios Guide (2026) and all raid and dungeon guides.
Sources: Capcom: official Monster Hunter Wilds site, VGC: Ascendance announced at Summer Game Fest 2026, Nintendo World Report: Switch 2 date, Siliconera: Gogmazios and Arch-Tempered Jin Dahaad, RPG Site: February 2026 update, Monster Hunter Wiki: optional quests.