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AppWizard

January 15, 2026

Monster Hunter Wilds sleuth has seemingly uncovered bizarre reason for performance drops: “I refused to believe what I was seeing”

Monster Hunter Wilds, a popular co-op game, is facing ongoing performance issues, particularly on PC, despite Capcom's efforts to address them. A player on Reddit, de_Tylmarande, theorized that the game's performance may be linked to the amount of downloadable content (DLC) owned by players. They observed that their friend's Steam account, which has a complete collection of DLC, performed significantly better than their own account with less DLC. This player created a mod that allowed the game to bypass checks for DLC, resulting in improved frame rates on an account mimicking full DLC ownership. They have contacted Capcom for further investigation and have gained interest from Digital Foundry. If unresolved, they may release their mod as open source. Potential adjustments in upcoming patch notes could address these performance issues related to DLC.

AppWizard

November 11, 2025

After 7 years Dota 2 finally has a new collab and it’s one of the biggest ever, and you can play it right now

Dota 2 has launched a collaboration with Capcom, introducing a Monster Hunter-themed event that includes new sets, pets, an in-game hunt and crafting system, and monsters. Players can craft six Monster Hunter-themed sets for free by gathering materials through hero hunts. The event lasts three months, offering basic sets easily obtainable and more elaborate alternate versions requiring significant effort. Players can also craft a Palico courier and a pet Poogie. The Hero Atlas tracks progress and provides lore about Dota 2's heroes. An Expedition Pack is available for purchase, featuring exclusive items, the ability to summon Monster Hunter creatures, a themed music collection, and crafting materials. This collaboration is noted as the most substantial content addition in Dota 2 in recent years.

AppWizard

September 22, 2025

FF14 is getting a baby Seikret minion as part of its Monster Hunter Wilds collab, and I will fistfight Arkveld alone for it

A collaboration between Final Fantasy XIV and Monster Hunter Wilds will take place in October, introducing rewards such as the baby Seikret minion and a Vigorwasp minion. Players will face Arkveld's trial, The Windward Wilds, requiring an item level of 725 for normal and 740 for Extreme encounters. Players should gather tomestone pieces and crafted gear to meet these requirements. Additional rewards include gear styled after the Hope set, Arkveld weapons, a Seikret mount, and several housing items. Square Enix is expected to reveal more surprises, including a gallery of weapons and orchestrion rolls for player estates.

AppWizard

September 19, 2025

Square Enix shows off the FF14 Monster Hunter Wilds crossover rewards, but I’m quietly hoping for more

A special site for Final Fantasy 14 has revealed details about the upcoming Monster Hunter Wilds crossover event, launching in early October. The collaboration will introduce Guardian Arkveld in FF14 and Omega Planetes in Monster Hunter Wilds. Players can expect new gear, mounts, minions, and housing items. The event will feature a quest where players hunt Guardian Arkveld with a Felyne client and Seikret steed. The base encounter, 'The Windward Wilds,' requires a 725 item level, while the extreme version requires 740. Rewards include the Hope armor set and weapons inspired by Guardian Arkveld. A Seikret mount and new minions, including a baby Seikret and a Vigorwasp, will also be available. Housing items inspired by Monster Hunter Wilds will be introduced. The crossover requires players to be active subscribers who have completed the 7.0 Dawntrail MSQ with a level 100 character. The collaboration will be a permanent addition to the game.

AppWizard

July 13, 2025

Monster Hunter fans are building LEGO models so good they should be official

LEGO fans are expressing interest in a collaboration with the Monster Hunter series, particularly after the release of Monster Hunter Wilds. Enthusiasts are creating impressive weapon designs and models of monsters using LEGO bricks. Notable contributions include designs by user StillAd9325, who showcased compact weapon designs, and YouTuber PikminJake, who has built models of various monsters and minifigures from the game. Some creations are considered to rival established LEGO sets in quality, prompting speculation about potential collaboration opportunities between LEGO and Capcom.

AppWizard

June 20, 2025

‘Monster Hunter Wilds’ Now Has Overwhelmingly Negative Reviews on Steam – How One of 2025’s Best Games Is Crashing on PC

Monster Hunter Wilds has received an "Overwhelmingly Negative" rating on Steam, despite being Capcom's fastest-selling title earlier this year. Players have expressed dissatisfaction primarily due to performance issues with the PC version, including frequent crashes, sluggish server response times, and high system requirements for smooth gameplay. Many negative reviews come from players with significant hours logged in the game, indicating that the discontent is not impulsive. While some players appreciate the gameplay, others criticize the narrative-driven approach and simplified mechanics, which have disappointed long-time fans.

AppWizard

March 3, 2025

Where to find a Giant Vigorwasp in Monster Hunter Wilds

To locate Giant Vigorwasps in Monster Hunter Wilds, players should go to the Windward Plains during the season of plenty, specifically in area 13 near the oasis or area 10. They can also appear during a Giant Vigorwasp Outbreak, which is infrequent. Giant Vigorwasps are larger than regular Vigorwasps and have a more prominent green sack. They can be captured using a capture net when the box turns orange. Alternatively, players can obtain a Giant Vigorwasp from their Palico if it has the upgraded Attract Vigorwasps ability. This ability allows the Palico to summon a Giant Vigorwasp during combat.