Capcom is drawing a clear line in the sand for Monster Hunter Wilds players: cheat, and face the consequences.
In the latest Title Update 1 (TU1), Capcom introduced Arena Quests—a new mission type where players compete for the fastest clear times to climb leaderboards and unlock exclusive cosmetic pendants. But alongside the thrill of competition comes a strict warning: fraudulent activity won’t be tolerated.
Official Warning from Capcom
Capcom’s official statement reads:
“Hunters, TU1 brings with it quest types where you can compete for the fastest time for both leaderboard position and cosmetic pendant rewards.
To ensure a fun and fair experience for our players, we will take action against accounts participating in fraudulent ranking activity, such as the use of cheating or external tools.
Accounts deemed to be in breach of this may be suspended, or have restrictions placed on them, such as being unable to receive rewards from these quests.“
The studio emphasized that any team member found cheating in a multiplayer hunt will result in the entire party’s time being voided, and rewards can be revoked across the board.
Players are also advised to avoid multiplayer hunts with suspicious players to prevent being penalized by association.
What Counts as Cheating?
Capcom has not listed all the technicalities, but examples likely include:
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Third-party software use (mods, trainers)
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Exploits to manipulate quest times
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Unauthorized stat or item manipulation
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Using external tools to automate gameplay
If detected, punishments may include account suspension, reward restrictions, or leaderboard disqualification.
How to Report Suspicious Players
Capcom encourages players to be proactive:
“If you find yourself in a quest where one or more of the players is exhibiting prohibited behaviour, please report them. This can be done by navigating to their Hunter Profile screen and selecting report.“
This built-in reporting system ensures the community plays a role in maintaining fairness.
Fair Hunters Still Get Rewarded
For those worried about missing out, Capcom clarified that solo players and Support Hunters are still eligible to participate in Arena Quests and earn rewards. Pendants earned through these quests may also become available through alternative means in the future.
Final Thoughts
With a competitive leaderboard, exclusive rewards, and Capcom’s strict stance on integrity, Monster Hunter Wilds is pushing for a more serious and rewarding multiplayer environment. Whether you’re hunting solo or in a squad, fair play is the key to long-term success. So sharpen those blades, but keep it clean—because Capcom is watching.
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