Monster Hunter Wilds expansion confirmed for summer reveal

Capcom's hit Monster Hunter Wilds will get an Iceborne-sized expansion this summer, potentially boosting sales after recent performance issues. The announcement comes as the game nears 10 million copies sold despite PC launch problems.

Capcom has confirmed a large-scale expansion for Monster Hunter Wilds, according to series producer Ryozo Tsujimoto during an anniversary video published Tuesday. The expansion will be similar in scope to Monster Hunter World: Iceborne and Monster Hunter Rise: Sunbreak, with more details planned for this summer.

Iceborne-scale expansion in development

"We are currently at work on a large-scale expansion similar to Monster Hunter World: Iceborne and Monster Hunter Rise: Sunbreak for Monster Hunter Wilds," Tsujimoto said in the anniversary video. "We plan to share more information with you this summer, so please look forward to it."

The announcement suggests the expansion will add new monsters, mechanics, and story content in a brand new map region, following the successful formula established by Iceborne in 2019. That expansion significantly extended Monster Hunter World's lifespan and boosted sales substantially.

Timing aligns with performance recovery

The expansion announcement comes as Capcom's development team has been addressing PC performance issues that have plagued Wilds since launch. The company recently released a crucial patch with another update arriving next week.

Following its record-breaking 10 million sales in the first month, Monster Hunter Wilds' sales have dropped off significantly compared to its predecessor, World, although the two games remain virtually neck-and-neck when launch-aligned. Capcom will hope Wilds enjoys a similar boost from its expansion as World did from Iceborne.

Additional content and platform speculation

The anniversary video also detailed upcoming content for Wilds, including an Anniversary event featuring a Stories crossover. The latest instalment in the spin-off series, Monster Hunter Stories 3: Twisted Reflection, releases on 13 March.

Recent datamined information suggests Capcom could be planning to release Monster Hunter Wilds for Nintendo Switch 2, potentially expanding the game's reach to new audiences. Capcom president Haruhito Tsujimoto has previously cited PlayStation 5 console prices as a barrier to entry for younger players.

Frequently Asked Questions

When will the Monster Hunter Wilds expansion be revealed?

Capcom plans to share more information about the Monster Hunter Wilds expansion this summer, according to series producer Ryozo Tsujimoto.

What kind of content will the Monster Hunter Wilds expansion include?

The expansion will be large-scale, similar to Iceborne and Sunbreak, suggesting new monsters, mechanics, story content, and a new map region.

Is Monster Hunter Wilds coming to Nintendo Switch 2?

Datamined information suggests Capcom could be planning to release Monster Hunter Wilds for Nintendo Switch 2, though this hasn't been officially confirmed.

Will the expansion help Monster Hunter Wilds sales?

Capcom hopes the expansion will boost Wilds' sales performance, similar to how Iceborne significantly extended Monster Hunter World's commercial success.

What platforms will the expansion be available on?

The expansion will presumably launch on Monster Hunter Wilds' current platforms: PlayStation 5, Xbox Series X|S, and PC, with potential Nintendo Switch 2 support.