Monster Hunter Now’s Biggest Update Yet: Season 5!
Get ready, hunters! Monster Hunter Now has just unleashed its most exciting season yet, Season 5: The Blossoming Blade. This massive update brings a ton of new features, monsters, and improvements that will make your hunting adventures even more thrilling. Let’s explore what’s new!
Welcome to Season 5!
Season 5 kicked off on March 6, 2025, and it’s packed with fresh challenges, monsters, and game improvements. Whether you’re a seasoned hunter or just starting out, there’s plenty to discover and enjoy.
New Monsters and Quests
Meet the New Faces
Before the season began, we met Chatacabra, a new monster that joined the Monster Hunter Wilds series. Now, with Season 5, two more fearsome creatures have arrived:
- Glavenus: This fire-breathing beast will appear in limited numbers, so keep an eye out for it during Hunt-a-thons!
- Arzuros: You can unlock this monster in the Monster Tracker by completing specific quests.
Unlock Past Monsters
Season 5 introduces monster unlock quests, letting you bring back monsters from previous seasons. By completing these quests, you’ll ensure these monsters reappear on the field and become available in the Monster Tracker. Some quests include monsters like Radobaan, Pink Rathian, and Deviljho.
Gameplay Enhancements
Better, Stronger, Faster
The update brings significant balance adjustments to make your hunts even more exciting. Here’s what’s new:
- The Sword & Shield weapon type has been improved, making it easier to target breakable parts like tails.
- The Perfect Rush Combo (SP) now rewards precise timing with enhanced performance, encouraging a more active playstyle.
- The Guard skill has been revamped to provide greater damage reduction as skill levels increase.
Plus, two new skills have been added:
- Shared Sword: Boosts attack power during group hunts.
- Raw Power: Increases attack power at the cost of weapon affinity.
New Features and Items
More Stuff to Collect and Use
Check out these awesome new features and items:
- The Event Exchange Hub will open on March 17th, letting you trade materials for rewards during events.
- Expand your item storage with the Item Box Expansion, available as a Supply Item.
Season Pass and Repost Campaign
Season 5 introduces a new Season Pass, unique to this season. While you can’t raise your Season 4 tier anymore, you can still claim rewards for a limited time. And here’s a bonus – if the launch post on X reaches 5,000 reposts, you’ll get exclusive materials for equipment upgrades!
Conclusion: A Blossoming Adventure Awaits
Season 5: The Blossoming Blade brings a massive evolution to Monster Hunter Now, offering a rich and dynamic experience with new monsters, quests, and gameplay enhancements. Whether you’re a seasoned hunter or just starting out, this update promises exciting challenges and opportunities for growth. As the season unfolds, there will be more features and events to keep the game fresh and engaging. So grab your gear, and let’s hunt!