14 DAY TRIAL // Capcom revealed new information about its upcoming Monster Hunter Stories 2: Wings of Ruin game earlier this week during a Monster Hunter digital event, but there aren't the only details about the franchise.
The Japanese developer revealed important information about the first free title update for critically-acclaimed Monster Hunter Rise. Before we go into details, it's important to mention that the update is already available for download, so if you've bought the game, you can check for it in the Nintendo eStore.
As expected, the free title update adds a host of new monsters for Monster Hunter Rise players to battle, as well as new gear to craft, the ability to forge layered armor, and an unlocked hunter rank cap.
If you're almost done with Monster Hunter Rise, you'll be happy to know that Capcom is bringing new challenges to the game. In addition to the tempestuous arrival of the Elder Dragons Kushala Daora, Teostra, and the previously announced Chameleos, players will also be able to duke it out with Apex Diablos and Apex Rathalos.
These are some of the most challenging monsters in the Monster Hunter franchise, so make sure you have the proper gear before attempting to hunt any of these monsters. Also, as part of the update, previously released Apex monsters can be challenged outside of Rampage quests and Magnamalo will join the Rampage quest rotation.
As mentioned earlier, Monster Hunter Rise players will be able to forge layered armor, and the max hunter rank will be unlocked when certain conditions are met. Capcom announced that new event quests will also be released following the title update, and can be played offline at any time once downloaded.
And for those who wish to spice up their clothing, Capcom announced that a new cosmetic DLC, which includes new voice options, sticker sets, gestures, and layered armor is now available for purchase.
Last but not least, Capcom confirmed that a second free title update will be available for Monster Hunter Rise in late May. This next update will include more monsters, a new story ending following the current conclusion of the game, and more.
In other news, as part of the crossover content for Monster Hunter Rise and Monster Hunter Stories 2: Wings of Ruin, players who link their save data from the former will receive the Rider layered armor for their hunter in that game, while Monstie Riders will be able to access the Kamura Garb layered armor in the latter.