Monster Hunter devs announce next PC performance patch release time following bizarre DLC bug find

Monster Hunter devs announce next PC performance patch release time following bizarre DLC bug find

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Key Points:

  • Monster Hunter Wilds on PC suffers from performance issues but has been improving through patches, with a GPU/CPU optimization update scheduled for January 27, 2026.
  • A recently discovered bug causes the game to run significantly better—up to 100 FPS higher—if all DLCs are installed, likely due to a 'DLC presence check' affecting performance.
  • Capcom has confirmed the upcoming patch version 1.040.03.01 for January 27, which includes new graphics and CPU settings and VRAM usage improvements, though it has not officially addressed the DLC-related performance bug yet.
  • The DLC performance discrepancy has gained widespread attention online, prompting speculation that Capcom may prioritize fixing this issue in future updates.