Monster Hunter: World Update Now Live, Full Patch 1.03 Notes Here

Monster Hunter: World is out now, finally, and many players are making their custom avatars and heading out into the wild! It's an easy game to get lost in, there are so many opportunities within the game. To make the play experience a little smoother, update 1.03 is now live and provides fixes to a few player reported issues.

Many have been reporting that they were experiencing matchmaking issues, especially on the Xbox One. Luckily, this was one of those features that the developers addressed with this latest patch, in addition to some of the other social features the game has.

A few hunting and gathering issues were fixed, as well as bounties. For everything that was targeted, check out the full - short - patch notes below, courtesy of Capcom:

Major changes for Xbox One:

• Fixed all matchmaking functionality issues for Xbox One players, including "Matchmake", "Filter Search", "Squad Sessions Session" and "Respond to SOS".

Major changes for PS4 and Xbox One:

• Fixed a rare issue with gathering points and bounties not working correctly; points counter were not updating correctly.
• Fixed two issues with the Hunting Horn:
  • Players would sometimes be unable to dodge-cancel while playing an Encore;
  • The initial shockwave blast when playing a song sometimes wouldn't happen.

And just in case you missed the first two patches and are wondering why a few things seem different - here are the previous two to catch up!

Day 1 patch:

Online and additional systems

• Multiplayer
• Event quests
• Chat functionality
• Ability to claim rewards from the Housekeeper in your room
• Gallery Mode added to title menu

Additional text languages
NOTE: Additional text languages vary by region; all versions feature voice and text in Japanese, English, French, Italian, Spanish and German.

• North America, South America: Brazilian Portuguese
• Europe, Middle East, Oceania, Africa, India: Arabic, Brazilian Portuguese, Polish, Russian
• Asia: Traditional Chinese, Korean
• Japan: no additional text languages

Patch 1.02:

Bug Fixes

Based on feedback from the Beta tests, we've made adjustments to address the issue of excessive hits registering when using certain weapons in combination with items and abilities, such as:

• Torch Pod (Slinger)
• Wyvernblast (Light Bowgun)
• Large Barrel Bomb (Item)
• Health Booster (Specialized Tool)
• Shock Trap (Item)

Poogie!

Hunting monsters is hard work and, sometimes, hunters need to unwind. Petting an adorable Poogie is the perfect way to get your mind off those razor-sharp Anjanath fangs that closed on you just moments ago. Pet it (the Poogie, not the Anjanath) the right way and it'll eventually start warming up to you, even letting you pick it up and take it all over Astera! You might even be rewarded for your kindness…

Claim your rewards

As noted above, this update adds the ability to claim rewards from the Housekeeper. This will be key when getting those sweet pre-order bonuses, digital deluxe items and/or Commendation Packs you've earned by playing the Betas on PS4! Here's how to tackle each scenario:

Pre-Order bonus (Origin Set, Fair Wind Charm):

1. Download the Pre-order items from the PlayStation Store or Xbox Marketplace.
2. Launch the game;
3. Go into your room, in Astera;
4. Talk to the Housekeeper;
5. Select "Claim Bonuses";
6. Pre-order bonuses will be delivered to your Equipment Box.

Deluxe Edition items (Samurai Set, Face Paint, Haircut):
Items are included in the Digital Deluxe version. Collector's Edition includes download code. Deluxe Kit also sold separately in the PlayStation Store and Xbox Marketplace.

1. Download the Deluxe Kit from the PlayStation Store or Xbox Marketplace.
2. Launch the game;
3. Go into your room, in Astera;
4. Talk to the Housekeeper;
5. Select "Claim Bonuses";
6. Deluxe Edition items will be selectable from the "Change Appearance" menu in the Equipment Box in your room.

Beta Rewards (Commendation Packs, Face Paint):
NOTE: PlayStation 4 exclusive. Can only be claimed on ONE character.

1. Launch the game using the same PlayStation Network ID used to play the Beta;
2. Go into your room, in Astera;
3. Talk to the Housekeeper;
4. Select "Claim Bonuses";
5. Items in the Commendation Packs will be sent to your Item Box;
6. Camouflage Face Paint will be selectable from the "Change Appearance" menu in the Equipment Box in your room.

Alright, so you've got the essential update with online access (and Poogie!) and you've got your pre-order, deluxe kit and beta rewards ready to go, now let's get your Palico some cool gear. So how would you like to turn your furry Felyne companion into a Machine from Horizon Zero Dawn? From January 26th until February 8th you can access the first Horizon Zero Dawn tie-in quest from the Event Quest menu. Complete that quest and you'll earn materials and craft the Watcher equipment for your Palico.