Monster Hunter Wilds Beta Players Share Love — and Fear — for Its New Flagship Monster Arkveld

The Monster Hunter Wilds beta is back, introducing thrilling new challenges, especially the formidable Arkveld. This flagship monster, prominently featured on the game's cover, promises a significant role in the Wilds adventure. The beta allows hunters to test their mettle against the Chained Arkveld, a 20-minute hunt with a five-faint limit.

Arkveld, a colossal winged beast wielding electrifying chains, presents a formidable challenge. Its swift movements and powerful, thunderous attacks, including a particularly devastating grab-and-slam maneuver, are proving difficult even for experienced hunters. Online comments highlight the intense difficulty and impressive visual spectacle of the fight.

One amusing video circulating online shows Arkveld unexpectedly disrupting a hunter's meal, a testament to the unpredictable nature of the Wilds.

Arkveld is a peak monster by u/Joeljb960 in r/MHWilds

The monster's impressive design and challenging difficulty have ignited excitement within the Monster Hunter community. The "Chained" designation, coupled with its flagship status, fuels speculation about a potentially even more terrifying "Unchained" variant in the full game.

The Monster Hunter Wilds Open Beta Test 2 runs from February 6th-9th and February 13th-16th. Hunters can engage with both Arkveld and the returning Gypceros, along with new features like a Training Area and Private Lobbies.

Monster Hunter Wilds launches February 28th, 2025, on PlayStation 5, Xbox Series X|S, and PC. For more details, explore IGN First's extensive coverage, including the final preview. Consult our comprehensive guide for beta tips, including multiplayer instructions, weapon types, and confirmed monsters.

arkveld is having none of that by u/tomkwuz in r/MHWilds