Monster Hunter Wilds' PC version shows improved performance when the game believes all cosmetic DLC is owned by the player. This claim comes from a Reddit post shared on 2026-01-15 by user de_Tylmarande.
User Discovery and Performance Boost
User de_Tylmarande reports improved frame rates by modifying their copy of Monster Hunter Wilds to mimic full DLC ownership. The modification, which does not unlock actual content, reportedly results in smoother gameplay, particularly in town areas.
This technique emerged after de_Tylmarande used a friend's account, which had all DLC and noticed better performance. The slowdown is believed to result from repetitive DLC ownership checks within the game's code.
Impact on Players and Developer Response
The revelation has sparked discussions among players, particularly regarding Capcom's role in addressing the issue. If a fix is not implemented, de_Tylmarande has offered to release the modification. This situation also raises questions about potential optimization needs for heavily DLC-laden games.
The Monster Hunter community and Capcom closely watch how this workaround will influence future updates or official patches for better performance without game modifications.
