After the release of Monster Hunter World: Iceborne on consoles last Fall and for PC earlier this month, Capcom has now announced what’s next for this huge expansion during the first part of 2020.
January
Consoles & PC:
Grand Appreciation Fest (Jan 24th – Feb 13th)
– New Quests
– Layered Armor
– Unique Gear
& More
February
Consoles:
Limited Time Special Event Quests
PC:
Title Update 1
– Guiding Lands: Volcanic Region
– New Monster: Rajang
Limited Time Events
– Palico & Weapon Design Contest Winners
– Raccoon City Collaboration
– Holiday Joy Fest
March
Consoles:
Title Update 3
– 2 New Variant Monsters
PC:
Title Update 2
– Guiding Lands: Tundra Region
– New Monster: Safi’jiiva
– New Monster: Stygian Zinogre
April
Consoles:
– New Arch-Tempered & Master Rank versions of existing monsters
– Asteria/Seliana Fest
PC:
Title Update 3
– 2 New Variant Monsters
Updates from here forward synced with consoles
– New Arch-Tempered & Master Rank versions of existing monsters
– Asteria/Seliana Fest
May
Return of a Fan Favorite Monster! (PC & Consoles)
Although we don’t yet know the specifics for May, June or after it appears that players will be able to continue to look forward to more monsters, both well-known and new, per the roadmap provided by Capcom.
It also appears that from April onward, special updates, events, and franchise collaborations will happen simultaneously for PC and console users.
Be on the lookout for these exciting new events over the next months.
And, be sure to participate in the upcoming “Grand Appreciation Fest” starting Friday, January 24th, celebrating the 2 year anniversary of Monster Hunter: World’s release. (A festival will be available for players in both the Iceborne expansion and the original MHW game).
Monster Hunter World: Iceborne is now available for PS4, XB1, and PC.
Source: Capcom