Ahead of TGS, Capcom hosted a special broadcast revealing new footage and detailed information on the expanded action mechanics in Monster Hunter Wilds: Ascendance.
During the broadcast, additional footage shown in the second half following the previously released PV announced the arrival of the Elder Dragon Teostra. The returning Elder Dragon hunt quest available to play at TGS 2026 will be the quest to hunt Teostra.
Monster Hunter Wilds: Ascendance is a massive expansion for Monster Hunter Wilds. It adds a wide range of content, including a story continuing from the main game, new locales and monsters, expanded Hunter actions, and Master Rank—a new quest rank.
Set in the Eastlands several years after the ending of Wilds, the adventure features the sudden appearance of the Elder Dragon Lao-Shan Lung in the Forbidden Lands, Madoi Stronghold constructed years later to prepare against its attacks, and the Skybound Eyrie discovered high in the skies.
Players will encounter both new monsters and Elder Dragons in this expansion, including Gundraza, who controls storm clouds; the Steel Dragon Kushala Daora; and Lao-Shan Lung, whose massive size inflicts damage rivaling a natural disaster.
Also added are the new Boost Trigger Action, which activates the Boost Bracer to unleash powerful attacks, and Boost State, which enhances various actions for a set duration. Director Takuro Hiraoka personally presented more detailed information regarding the expanded actions in Ascendance.
First, the Boost Bracer is equipment attached as an additional mechanism to the Slinger worn on the Hunter's arm. When used, it temporarily boosts the Hunter's action capabilities. Utilizing the Boost Bracer allows players to maximize the unique characteristics and strengths of each of the 14 weapon types. Power is required to operate the Boost Bracer, which accumulates naturally while hunting monsters.
Explanation of the Boost Trigger Action followed. Boost Trigger Action is a new move that unleashes a powerful attack while activating the Boost Bracer. After the attack, the hunter transitions directly into the Boost State with the Boost Bracer active.
For the Great Sword, hunters can close in on monsters in a single leap while attacking with unusually agile movement, whereas the Long Sword allows players to execute timed attacks with offset properties while sprinting. These special moves leverage the momentum of the Boost Bracer. They deliver powerful hits, flow into diverse actions, and can be used whenever desired.
Boost State is the mode where the Boost Bracer is active. In Boost State, various Hunter actions are enhanced, and new moves are introduced, designed to further highlight the distinct identity of all 14 weapon types. For instance, Dual Blades can perform consecutive Demon Dodges while boosting Demon Dance power. The Switch Axe gains additional follow-up attacks with Morph Slashes, and the Bow gains a new technique that connects directly after a Power Shot.
Director Takuro Hiraoka stated, "While various actions have been enhanced and changed, we designed the system so players can first try using Boost Trigger Actions, and once accustomed, enjoy creating openings to unleash fierce barrages by combining Boost Trigger Actions and Boost State."
An update will be released alongside Ascendance, adding new actions or adjustments to select weapons beyond Boost Actions. Various Quality-of-Life improvements are also planned, such as faster weapon swapping speed and changing gear directly at the item box outside the tent. Even without purchasing Ascendance, players will receive the non-Boost Action updates through this patch.
To play Monster Hunter Wilds: Ascendance, players must complete the Chapter 6-1 quest "Awakening from a Dream."
Meanwhile, after Tokyo Game Show concludes, opportunities to play a demo will be rolled out sequentially at various events around the world. Event locations and details will be revealed later via official regional social media channels.
The game is scheduled to launch in 2027 on PC, PS5, Xbox Series X|S, and Nintendo Switch 2. The Nintendo Switch 2 version will feature a unique local wireless multiplayer mode. Online play will support cross-play across all platforms.
