Okay, so let’s just dive right into this monster — no pun intended. So, Capcom, those guys behind Monster Hunter Wilds, decided to spill the beans on this new update called Title Update 2. They made a big ol’ fuss about it in their June livestream. And seriously, there’s a lot to sift through here.
So, to kick things off, we finally get a date — mark your calendars for June 30. It’s like they’re dropping a surprise party on us after some maintenance downtime. Ugh, the waiting game.
Anyway, first up in this hefty update: new beasties to contend with. They’re throwing Lagiacrus and Seregios into the mix. Yes! Lagiacrus even drags underwater combat along, which is honestly intimidating. You’ll need to finish this main mission — “A World Turned Upside Down” — and some side gig called Forest Doshaguma if you’re Hunter Rank 31. You fighting fish fans will love this.
Seregios? Yep, he’s lurking around too after sticking a fork in the same main mission, once you reach that magical Rank 31 or above. Oh, and you can whip up some fresh armor for you and your cat buddy, Palico. Honestly, the idea of dressing my cat as a super hunter with monster parts is… oddly satisfying? Plus, there’s these feisty Tempered versions at HR 41 that sound menacing.
And if that ain’t enough, they’ve thrown in an Arch-tempered Uth Duna but hold your horses; that lands on July 30. It’s part of these quests that sound like nightmares — the Event Quest and free Challenge Quest. Summon your courage for HR 50.
Crafting fans, rejoice! Finally, some new toys for crafting layered weapons. It’s like that wardrobe mix-and-match game, but for weapons. So if you love statistics but hate the look — your prayers, answered. Get that final weapon in any tree to play this game. Artian Weapons are fair game too if they’re at least Rarity 8 and beefed up.
Random add-ons? Yeah, expect some tweaks. Want to trade Alma for Erik as your main handler? Done. Plus, there’s this extra hunter you can call in, for when you need, you know, a backup with a Sword & Shield.
Oh! And there’s this next Wilds seasonal bash — Festival of Accord: Flamefete, running from July 23 to August 6. Score some cool gear, funky camp decorations, and try out new gestures. The Grand Hub will dress up for the occasion. Who doesn’t love event-themed meals, right? Curious what they’ll serve.
And spillover news! Title Update 3 is pegged for September. Another monster, another Festival of Accord? It’s like an endless cycle, but hey, keeps things fresh.
Though let’s not forget, Wilds has hit a rough patch. Popularity nose-diving on Steam, even lower than Monster Hunter World from 2018. The reviews? Ouch. Overwhelmingly Negative. Makes you wonder if this update’s gonna be the bandaid they’re betting on?
So, we’ll wait, hope, and maybe, who knows, things might just turn around. Fingers crossed, I guess.
