Monster Hunter Wildsis getting a refreshing dose of new content with a free update launching onJune 30forPS5, Xbox Series X|S, and PC, bringing back two beloved monsters from the series.
Monster Hunter Wilds Reveals Lagiacrus Return
During the recentCapcom Spotlight, all the details of the update were revealed. The biggest highlight is the return of the popularLagiacrus, and Capcom is paying nostalgic tribute to thisMonster Hunter Trimonster.
We’ll be able to fightLagiacruson land, but also face it in water—despite the game lacking a full underwater combat system. Someguided segmentswill evoke the unique underwater battle mechanics seen only in the originalWiititle.
Could Underwater Combat Return to Monster Hunter?
Since this feature has only appeared once in the franchise—15 years ago—many fans have long asked Capcom to bring backfull underwater battles.
This has sparked speculation on Reddit among action-RPG fans. Some believe that a futureMonster Hunter Wildsexpansion—or even a new title—might bring back fullsubaquatic combat.
In a social media post, the official account stated,“We won’t be using our full weapon arsenal”, accompanied by a video showing gameplay. From what’s shown, it seems players willdodge attacks, use agrappling hookto mount Lagiacrus, andstab it with a knife—similar to mounting mechanics used against other creatures.
It also looks like players will be able todrop structureson it orlure it into attacksthat cause environmental damage.
This is clearly adowngraded versionof the old underwater combat, where weapons had dedicated swimming animations and mechanics.
That underwater system was adivisive additionin the past. Some fans remember it fondly, while others criticized it for being slow and clunky. In any case, we’ll need tosee how this new battle plays outbefore getting our hopes up about a full underwater system returning.
Don’t forget: this update arrivesJune 30and is part of thefree post-launch contentplanned forMonster Hunter Wilds, available onPS5, PC, and Xbox Series X|S.
