1.042.00|Aug 3, 2026
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Update Summary (Ver.1.042.00.00)

2/5 Minor

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'.

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Key Changes

  • 1Offline support enabled for all 25 current event and challenge quests
  • 2Save data transfer from the Prologue Demo is now supported
  • 3Fixed stuttering issues when using NVIDIA DLSS with a frame rate cap
  • 4Sword & Shield fix for trap placement via radial menu after Focus Mode
  • 5Resonance II set bonus skill interaction fix for Synthetic Shield and Synergy
  • 6Arch-tempered Arkveld attack effect displacement fix
  • 7Event quest list UI now prioritizes available quests at the top

All Changes

⚙️System(4)

  • newPrologue Demo: Added support for transferring save data from the Prologue Demo to the full game.
  • changeJust What the Doctor Ordered: The event quest 'Just What the Doctor Ordered' is now a permanent addition and playable offline.
  • changeEvent Quests: All 25 currently available event and challenge quests can now be played offline.
  • changeQuest Counter: Adjusted the event quest list at the Quest Counter to display available quests at the top.

🐉Monsters(2)

  • fixGuardian Fulgur Anjanath: Fixed unintended textures appearing on the head of Guardian Fulgur Anjanath.
  • fixArch-tempered Arkveld: Fixed an issue where Arch-tempered Arkveld's four-directional attack effects could be displaced by terrain.

⚔️Combat & Equipment(3)

  • fixResonance II: Fixed an issue where players could not receive normal Synthetic Shield or Synergy effects after the Resonance II enhanced versions expired.
  • fixSword & Shield: Fixed an issue preventing trap placement via radial menu shortcuts immediately after Focus Mode while weapons are drawn.
  • fixArkveld: Mark of Mastery: Fixed an issue where the Arkveld: Mark of Mastery pendant animation would stop under high system load.

💻Technical & UI(6)

  • fixNVIDIA DLSS: Implemented measures to prevent stuttering when using a frame rate cap and NVIDIA DLSS simultaneously.
  • fixTraining Barrel: Fixed an issue where the 'Training Barrel' Pop-up Camp gear option could be displayed twice.
  • fixAudio: Fixed an issue where background music and sound effects would occasionally fail to play correctly.
  • fixAudio: Fixed an issue where some voice lines would not trigger properly.
  • fixUI: Fixed various text issues.
  • fixGeneral: Fixed other miscellaneous issues.

Summary

System & Content Updates

This update introduces the ability to transfer save data from the Monster Hunter Wilds Prologue Demo to the full game. Additionally, the game's 25 currently available event and challenge quests, including 'Just What the Doctor Ordered', have been updated to be playable offline without an active internet connection. The quest counter UI has also been improved to prioritize available quests at the top of the list.

Combat & Technical Fixes

Several bug fixes address specific monster behaviors for Guardian Fulgur Anjanath and Arch-tempered Arkveld. Technical improvements include a fix for stuttering when using NVIDIA DLSS with a frame rate cap, and a resolution for an issue where Sword & Shield players could not place traps via the radial menu immediately after using Focus Mode.