Monster Hunter Wilds' First Post-Launch Update Already Revealed

Monster Hunter Wilds doesn't release for another two weeks, but Capcom isn't letting that get in the way of revealing the game's first major post-launch update. The studio has revealed that Mizutsune will be the first monster added post-launch, teasing the dancing Leviathan in the game's launch trailer.

The first major update doesn't have an exact release date yet, but Capcom has said it will release sometime in spring-- so not long after Monster Hunter Wilds' initial release. The update will see the return of Mizutsune, a Leviathan-class monster known for its dance-like movement and use of bubbles to ensnare its prey.

Even though the update is still a while away, Mizutsune has been teased in the launch trailer for Monster Hunter Wilds, showing off the monster's ethereal appearance. Capcom has also teased that additional content will be coming with the free update, but details are pretty scarce at this point.

The launch trailer also shows a roadmap for the game's updates, revealing that a second major update is planned to release this summer. The second title update will also introduce a new monster to the game, and will come with further free content.

Additional content will also be coming to Monster Hunter Wilds in the form of limited-time Event Quests, which players can complete to earn special armor. These free Event Quests will kick off in the week after release.

A day one patch will add PS5 Pro Enhanced support to the game, enabling ray tracing for those lucky enough to be playing on Sony's new and improved console.

Monster Hunter Wilds releases for PC, Xbox Series X, and PS5, with PS5 Pro Enhanced support, on February 28, with a number of bonuses on offer for pre-ordering.