The latest update forMonster Hunter Risewent out on June 16, 2025. It contains a number of bug fixes, adds new event quests, and sees theMonster Hunter RiseandSonic the Hedgehogevent go live.
There are three main additions/changes listed that have been implemented with this update. New event quests will be available every week and new DLC can now be purchased from the Nintendo eShop. Finally, a new Gyro Correction function has been added to the Gyroscope options that allows players to adjust how frequently the position of the gyroscope is recalibrated. But perhaps the most recognizable addition is the addition ofSonic the Hedgehogcontent.
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The update will be installed automatically in most cases. But, to double-check, players can go into the System Settings on their Switch, select Data Management, then Manage Software, and finally selectMonster Hunter Riseto see the version listed. This patch is version 3.6.1.
TheSonic the Hedgehogcollaboration adds a Sonic costume for the Palico, a Tailscostume for the Palamute, and Sonic-inspired clothing for the player character.The player characterSonicset is a layered armor that is available to all players through two special event quests. The Palico and Palamute costumes are also available through these quests. As an added bonus, the Palico costume has some special effects like the spin dash and Super Sonic.
While it might seem like an odd collaboration, it’s not all that unusual for Capcom to reach out for unlikely crossover events with other gaming properties. Earlier this year saw aGhosts ‘N Goblinscollaboration for Halloween.Monster Hunter Worldsaw multiple crossovers. They included Capcom’s ownResident Evil 2, Street Fighter 5,andDevil May Cryin addition toCD Projekt Red’sWitcher,Guerrilla Games’Horizon Zero Dawn, Square Enix’sFinal Fantasy 14, Ubisoft’sAssassin’s Creed,and more. Taking things a step further brought in the inclusion of theMonster Hunterfilm with two special quests. All of this is in addition to wacky collaborations with bands and fast food chains in other entries in the series.
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Some may consider these events and collaborations silly, and in instances like theMega Man armor inMonster HunterWorld, they wouldn’t be wrong. But, above all else, they strive to be fun and are an excuse for additional content to make its way into a franchise beloved by many. While they can’t all be hits, at least it shows Capcom is willing to try new things and is fond of updatingMonster Hunter.
Monster Hunter Riseis available now for Nintendo Switch, with a PC release coming Jun 17, 2025.
