Monster Hunter Wilds Faces Backlash Over PC Fixes and Paid Skins
Monster Hunter Wilds has had a challenging year, plagued by performance issues on PC and a lack of post‑launch content. The latest update, Title Update 4, aims to revitalize the multiplayer experience but has sparked fresh criticism due to a staggered PC optimization roadmap and the introduction of paid weapon skins.
What Title Update 4 Brings
Set to release on December 16, Title Update 4 introduces several new features to enhance the end‑game experience. Players can look forward to battling the formidable Gogmazios in groups of up to eight, with the help of support NPCs. The update also adds new weapons, armor upgrades, and additional support hunters.
Key Additions
- Gogmazios boss fight for up to eight players
- New weapon types and armor upgrades
- Additional support hunters to assist in combat
PC Optimization Roadmap – A Point of Contention
Capcom has outlined a schedule for addressing performance issues, with fixes rolled out over several months. December’s update will focus on CPU and GPU optimizations, followed by improvements to high‑resolution texture packs and VRAM usage in January. Further optimizations are planned for February, aiming to reduce GPU processing loads. Many players are frustrated that these fixes have taken so long and are being released incrementally rather than all at once.
Paid Weapon Skins – Cosmetic DLC Controversy
The new Cosmetic DLC Pack 4 includes layered weapon designs for each weapon type. While these skins do not affect gameplay, they are seen as a way to monetize the end‑game loot chase, which has traditionally been earned through gameplay. Fans have expressed their displeasure on platforms like Reddit, with one user stating, “DLC like this should not exist.”
Community Reaction
The response has been mixed. Some players appreciate the new content and upcoming fixes, while others are disappointed with the pace of improvements and the introduction of paid cosmetics. Steam ratings for Monster Hunter Wilds have shown slight improvement but remain below 70 % positive. One player with nearly 300 hours logged expressed their frustration: “Capcom is ridiculous for putting this game out the way they did.”
Looking Ahead
Monster Hunter Wilds continues to face challenges as it strives to meet player expectations. While Title Update 4 brings exciting new content, the staggered PC optimizations and paid weapon skins have sparked fresh criticism. As Capcom works to address these issues, the community remains divided, with many hoping for more substantial improvements in the near future.
