Monster Hunter Wilds players were excited for Title Update 2, which launched worldwide on June 30, 2025. The update added plenty of new content. Fans saw the return of classic monsters like Lagiacrus and Seregios. It also brought new quests, gameplay tweaks, and the upcoming Festival of Accord: Flamefete event.
Another big feature was Layered Weapons. This lets hunters change how their weapons look without affecting stats.
But the patch also caused problems. Right after it dropped, players on PlayStation®5, Xbox Series X|S, and PC started reporting a crash linked to the game’s Appearance Menu.
The Crash That’s Hitting Hunters Hard
The crash happens when players open the “Equipment Appearance” or “Palico Equipment Appearance” menus inside their tent. Many players found that trying to change how they or their Palico looks makes the game crash.
Capcom confirmed the problem on its Monster Hunter Status Twitter account. They said:
“We have confirmed that the game may crash when you open the ‘Equipment Appearance’ or ‘Palico Equipment Appearance’ via the Appearance Menu in your tent. We are currently working on this issue and will provide further updates when we have them.”
So far, there’s no official fix or workaround. Capcom hasn’t said when the issue might be resolved. For now, many players are avoiding those menus to keep their game stable.
How the Crash Impacts Players’ Experience
Layered Weapons and cosmetic changes are a big part of Monster Hunter Wilds. Players love creating unique looks for their hunters and gear. Many enjoy sharing screenshots or showing off their “fashion hunting” skills.
Not being able to use the Appearance Menu safely is a major letdown. It’s especially disappointing for those excited about the new Layered Weapons feature in Title Update 2.
For now, hunters who want to customize their gear must wait for Capcom to release a fix.
Other Problems After the Update
Sadly, the crash bug isn’t the only problem after Title Update 2. Capcom listed several other known issues on its support page:
- On PlayStation®5, text for the Cosmetic DLC Pass doesn’t show up properly in the Claim Content menu.
- On PC (Steam), players who changed keyboard settings before the update might see duplicate key binds for Ascend and Descend underwater. Capcom advises reassigning overlapping keys.
- Sometimes, using the Insect Glaive’s Focus Strike on the monster Rey Dau can cause network connection drops.
Capcom says it plans to fix these problems in future updates but hasn’t given dates yet.
These issues affect gameplay and the user interface. Some players have reported crashes or disruptions during hunts. Because of this, some hunters are waiting for patches before playing again.
Drop in Player Base and Fan Backlash
Monster Hunter Wilds made a big splash at launch. It hit over 1.38 million players on Steam soon after releasing in February. But the player base has dropped sharply in recent months. Reports say over 98% of PC players have stopped playing.
Fans are frustrated with the technical issues and feel Capcom is slow to release updates. The game has also been review-bombed on Steam. Players complain about bugs, crashes, and poor performance on many hardware setups.
Even so, some fans remain hopeful. They remember other Monster Hunter games had issues at launch but were fixed later. Many still believe Capcom can sort things out.
What’s New in Title Update 2
Despite the bugs, Title Update 2 brings plenty of exciting content:
- Lagiacrus and Seregios return, which is great news for long-time fans.
- New missions and balance tweaks.
- Layered Weapons let hunters change weapon appearances without losing stats.
- New voice lines, poses, and gear to collect.
- The Festival of Accord: Flamefete event is coming soon. It should offer special quests, layered armor, and limited-time rewards.
Capcom hasn’t said when Flamefete will start. Players are watching official channels for updates.
These new features show Capcom’s ongoing effort to expand Monster Hunter Wilds, even with technical problems.
Will Capcom Fix the Crashes Soon?
Capcom says it’s working to fix the crash and other issues. There’s no timeline yet for a patch. Until then, players should avoid using the Appearance Menu if they want the game to stay stable.
The next few weeks will be important for Capcom to regain players’ trust. Many hope Monster Hunter Wilds can overcome these hurdles and deliver the smooth hunting experience fans expect.
Capcom often releases big patches four to six weeks after updates. But there’s no set date for fixing these new problems. Players should keep checking the official Monster Hunter site and social media for updates and patch notes.
