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Monster Hunter Wilds
Update Summary (Ver.1.040.02.00)
Dec 19, 2025 · Steam update tracked by Buffs & Bugs
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Quick take
You must install the latest version of Monster Hunter Wilds in order to play online multiplayer and access downloadable content.
- Please update to the following driver versions to ensure the most stable experience possible.
- – NVIDIA GeForce: 581.57 or newer
- – AMD Radeon: 25.9.1 or 25.9.2
What officially changed
You must install the latest version of Monster Hunter Wilds in order to play online multiplayer and access downloadable content.
Release Date
Friday, December 19, 2025
Video Driver Version
Please update to the following driver versions to ensure the most stable experience possible.
– NVIDIA GeForce: 581.57 or newer
– AMD Radeon: 25.9.1 or 25.9.2
Major Additions and Changes
On 12/24 (Wed.) we'll be making some updates in preparation for the addition of Arch-tempered Jin Dahaad.
Bug Fixes and Balance Adjustments
Fixed an issue where mission objective markers (red or yellow guild icons) could sometimes fail to display on the map or in the Environment Overview.
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