The Lagiacrus made a splash in Monster Hunter Tri, setting a new wave of combat with its distinct underwater features. While hunters eagerly awaited its return in Wilds, it was notably absent at launch. Thankfully, the Lagiacrus is making a comeback in an upcoming patch—here’s what you need to know.

MH Wilds Lagiacrus release date

According to the Monster Hunter Wilds Title Update 1 showcase, the Lagiacrus is expected to be released in the summer of 2025. If you consider the timing ꦍof the first Title Update, we may anticipate an early June launch, but it could potentially arrivꦦe later in July.

While the official redesign of the Lagiacrus is still under wraps, a sneak peek at the end of the showcase offers a preview. Catch a glimps❀e of its iconic claws gripping another monster, along with its striking, scaled body—promising a fearsome return to the waꦑters.

This announcement suggests underwater combat could finally make its way to Monster Hunter Wilds. If true, it would revolutionize the gameplay, just like it did with Trio. Underwater battles have always been challenging in the gaming world, so it’d be interesting to see Wilds’ take on it.

In the previous Monster Hunter iterations, the Lagiacrus unleashed electricity from its back and took advantage of the water to inflict tons of damage. Once its health was reduced, it would scurry away to land, ch𒁏anging its tactics with the new terrain.

Monster Hunter Wilds will likely follow a similar formula, where players can break its tail, claw, and horns. You can also look forward to a new armor set, potentially teeming with the striking blue tones of the King of the Sea. It’ll infuse your gear with a classic aquatic aesthetic, perfect for the watery theme of Summer.

Now that the launch for Title Update 1 has been confirmed, an official release date for the Lagiacrus will likely arrive soon. I’ll be sure to keep an eye out for any new updates. For now, you can get ready for the Mizutsune’s debut, set for April 4. It’s a great time to raise your Hunter Rank to fend off beasts like the Lagiacrus and Mizutsune, especially since tꦯhey require a certain l𒐪evel.