Get ready to soar into a brand-new chapter of the Monster Hunter saga! Capcom just dropped a stunning trailer for Monster Hunter Wilds: Ascendance during State of Play, and it’s packed with breathtaking visuals, intriguing story details, and exciting gameplay enhancements. This massive expansion, slated for release on PlayStation 5 in 2027, promises to elevate the hunting experience to unprecedented heights.
A New Era Dawns
Monster Hunter Wilds: Ascendance picks up where the main game left off, continuing the adventures of the Expedition Team in the Forbidden Lands. The passage of time has brought significant changes to the world and its inhabitants, introducing new monsters, a breathtaking new locale, and a compelling narrative that builds upon the events of the base game.
The Skybound Eyrie Awaits
The story begins with the sudden appearance of the colossal Elder Dragon Lao-Shan Lung in the Forbidden Lands. This cataclysmic event sets the stage for years of preparation as the Expedition Team fortifies its position, culminating in the construction of Madoi Stronghold. As time passes, the mists that once shrouded Wyveria’s skies finally dissipate, revealing the Skybound Eyrie: a stunning new locale floating high above the clouds. This mysterious region boasts lush open landscapes, ancient ruins, and never-before-seen endemic life, offering Hunters a vast and unexplored frontier in the sky!
Familiar Faces, New Challenges
Players will reunite with familiar faces from Monster Hunter Wilds, now changed by the years that have passed since their encounter with Arkveld. Nata, the young Keeper who became an apprentice Hunter, has grown into a full-fledged member of the Expedition Team, fighting alongside her Wudwud partner Bangard. Guided by this dynamic duo, Hunters will venture into the Skybound Eyrie, where unexpected events and formidable challenges await.
Unraveling Ecological Mysteries
As you explore the Skybound Eyrie, you’ll investigate ecological disturbances seemingly triggered by Lao-Shan Lung’s arrival. Strange abnormalities in the Forbidden Lands, the sudden expansion of Guardian Monsters’ habitats, and the emergence of Elder Dragons are just a few of the mysteries that lie ahead. What lies at the source of these strange phenomena? Prepare to uncover the truth!
New Monsters, New Threats
Monster Hunter Wilds: Ascendance introduces a host of new monsters, each with unique abilities and combat styles:
- Araketa: A Bird Wyvern that soars the skies in packs. This agile predator controls powerful air currents released from its wings, enabling high-speed flight across vast distances. Leaders of the pack can emit distinctive calls to command and coordinate their movements.
- Gundoraja: An Elder Dragon that commands storm clouds. This formidable foe has emerged from the darkest clouds over the Skybound Eyrie, wielding the power of storms to devastating effect. Hunters will need all their skill and courage to face this thunderous new adversary!
Enhanced Gameplay with Boost Action
Monster Hunter Wilds: Ascendance introduces a revolutionary new gameplay feature called “Boost Action.” The Boost Bracer is a piece of equipment that enables unique abilities via the Hunter’s Slinger. When activated, the Boost Bracer temporarily enhances the Hunter’s combat capabilities, amplifying the unique characteristics and strengths of each of the 14 weapon types. Use the powerful Boost Driverability to create openings, then unleash your enhanced attacks during the temporary Boost phase! Keep an eye out for the unique actions and combat opportunities enabled by harnessing the momentum of the Boost Bracer!
For a closer look at the Boost Action for each weapon, be sure to check out the official Monster Hunter Wilds: Ascendance website and social channels.
Prepare Your Journey with the Prologue Demo
Monster Hunter Wilds: Ascendance requires the base Monster Hunter Wilds game to play. To begin the story and enter Master Rank upon launch in 2027, you’ll need to have reached Hunter Rank 40 and completed the quest “Awaking From a Dream.”
If you haven’t yet experienced the world of Monster Hunter Wilds, you can prepare for the launch of Ascendance next year by jumping into the free Monster Hunter Wilds Prologue Demo, available now on PlayStation Store. The demo allows you to create your Hunter and Palico, experience the opening moments of the story, and try out all 14 weapon types and their unique combat styles. Save data from the demo can be carried over to the full game, making it the perfect way to start your hunting journey!
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