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FFXIV Patch 7.35: Monster Hunter Crossover Revealed at TGS

Last Updated: October 28, 2025

Final Fantasy XIV Patch 7.35 featuring Monster Hunter crossover.

TOKYO, JAPAN – The stage at the Tokyo Games Show became hallowed ground for Final Fantasy XIV players as Game Director Naoki Yoshida and Community Producer Toshio Murouchi delivered a bombshell presentation, unveiling the full scope of the highly anticipated Patch 7.35. The headline attraction: a spectacular, full-fledged crossover with Capcom's legendary Monster Hunter series, set to bring a new level of challenge to Eorzea.

In a special broadcast mirroring the beloved Letter from the Producer LIVE format, Yoshida and Murouchi provided a comprehensive deep dive into the next major update for the Dawntrail expansion. This wasn't just a teaser; it was a full content roadmap for the patch, confirming a collaboration that has been at the top of many fans' wish lists for years. The presentation affirmed FFXIV's commitment to ambitious, high-quality partnerships, building on the legacy of its acclaimed crossovers with franchises like NieR: Automata and Final Fantasy XV.

The Great Hunt Begins: FFXIV x Monster Hunter Wilds

The centerpiece of the reveal is a new, high-stakes trial against Arkveld, a formidable beast hailing from the world of Monster Hunter. The live demonstration showcased a thrilling encounter designed with the signature mechanics of the hunting franchise. Players will need to master new strategies, dodge devastating area-of-effect attacks, and exploit environmental opportunities to bring down this massive creature.

This collaboration is specifically with the latest installment, Monster Hunter Wilds, and it’s a two-way street. While Warriors of Light will be hunting Arkveld in Eorzea, a special Final Fantasy XIV-themed event is also slated to arrive in Monster Hunter Wilds as part of its Title Update 3.

As with previous crossovers, players can expect a bounty of exclusive, themed rewards for overcoming the challenge. The presentation confirmed that a full armor set inspired by the monster, new minions, and a highly-anticipated mount will be obtainable, allowing players to permanently showcase their triumph over one of the hunting world's fiercest predators.

Confirmed Content for Patch 7.35

While the Monster Hunter event is the star of the show, Patch 7.35 is packed with the rich variety of content players have come to expect from these major interim updates. The TGS presentation confirmed the following key additions are coming with the patch:

  • Hildibrand Adventures: The Inspector Extraordinaire returns with another chapter of his bizarre and hilarious Manderville side story quests.
  • Manderville Relic Weapons: The next stage of the Dawntrail expansion's relic weapon enhancement questline will be available, allowing players to further empower their ultimate arms.
  • New Variant & Criterion Dungeon: A new variable-difficulty dungeon will be introduced, offering fresh challenges and intricate lore for small groups of players seeking high-end encounters.
  • New Tribal Quests: The patch will expand on the world of Tural by introducing new daily quests for one of Dawntrail's allied tribes.

With a major crossover event and a wealth of essential endgame content, Patch 7.35 is shaping up to be one of the most substantial and exciting interim patches in Final Fantasy XIV's history. The Tokyo Games Show reveal has set a clear and thrilling path forward, bridging the gap to the next major story update with a hunt that will be remembered for ages.