What was the latest Monster Hunter Wilds update?

The latest Monster Hunter Wilds update is "Update Summary (Ver.1.042.00.02)", released on Aug 14, 2026. It is rated 2/5 (Minor) impact.

How often does Monster Hunter Wilds get updated?

Monster Hunter Wilds receives updates approximately every 14 days.

Where can I find Monster Hunter Wilds patch notes?

You can find all Monster Hunter Wilds patch notes, changelogs, and updates at patched.gg/games/monster-hunter-wilds. Each update includes an AI-generated summary, impact rating, and key changes. Official patch notes are published at https://store.steampowered.com/news/app/2246340.

Monster Hunter Wilds

CAPCOM

RPG

An action RPG where hunters track and battle massive monsters across expansive open environments in solo or cooperative multiplayer.

// PATCH HISTORY

2/5 MinorAug 14, 2026

Update Summary (Ver.1.042.00.02)

Performance hotfix addressing frame rate drops introduced in the previous version and providing updated GPU driver recommendations.

1/5 TrivialAug 8, 2026

Update Summary (Ver.1.042.00.0 / Demo Version 1.0.1)

DEMORender Scaling graphics setting fix and updated video driver recommendations for NVIDIA and AMD users.

2/5 MinorAug 3, 2026

Update Summary (Ver.1.042.00.00)

Save data transfer from the Prologue Demo is now available alongside offline support for all 25 current event quests, including 'Just What the Doctor Ordered'.

2/5 MinorFeb 27, 2026

Update Summary (Ver.1.041.02.00)

Fixes for the Melding Pot 'Cannot hold any more' error and communication error EW_30d41, plus updated GPU driver recommendations for stability.

2/5 MinorFeb 27, 2026

Update Summary (Ver.1.041.01.00)

Armor Transcendence progression bug fixed alongside stability improvements for cutscene crashes and Seikret pendant save issues.

4/5 SignificantFeb 27, 2026

10★ Zoh Shia, 10★ Gogmazios & Special Collaborations!

10★ Zoh Shia and Gogmazios arrive alongside USJ and ICHIRAN collaborations and major performance optimizations.

4/5 SignificantFeb 18, 2026

Update Summary (Ver.1.041.00.00)

Arch-tempered Arkveld and four new 10★ Arch-tempered monsters arrive alongside major CPU/GPU performance optimizations and permanent offline access for dozens of event quests.

4/5 SignificantFeb 10, 2026

Introducing Update Ver. 1.041 — Available Wednesday, February 18

Arch-tempered Arkveld and 10★ Arch-tempered apex predators debut alongside the month-long Anniversary Event and Gala Suit α armor.

2/5 MinorFeb 1, 2026

Update Summary (Ver.1.040.03.02)

Windward Plains fast travel crash fixed alongside UI label corrections for Foliage Density settings.

Quick Stats

Last update: Aug 14, 2026
Platforms: pc, playstation, xbox

Official Source

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