Monster Hunter Now December Update: See release date, monsters, weapons, armor sets and more

Niantic has shared details on the upcoming Monster Hunter Now December update, set to introduce Zinogre and other monsters, two new weapons, additional armor sets, and hints of a new biome.

Monster Hunter Now December Update: Release Date

Scheduled for December 7, 2023, at 12:00 am (local time), the update promises an array of new weapons and monsters for players to explore.

Monster Hunter Now December Update: Monsters

The Special Quest in the December update features the following monsters:

• Zinogre (Thunder)
• Barioth (Ice)
• Banbaro (Ice)
• Radobaan (Sleep)

Completion of Urgent Quests in each chapter unlocks encounters and hunts for Radobaan, Banbaro, and Barioth. Zinogre will also be featured in an Urgent Quest and a special event called Zinogre’s Onslaught, where new encounter methods will be introduced.

Monster Hunter Now December Update: Weapons

The December update introduces two new weapons: Dual Blades and Lance.

Dual Blades
Swift and mobile, with a Demon Mode that enhances attack performance.

Special Skill: Heavenly Blade Dance (SP)—a series of fatal attacks.

Lance
Boasts high defense and long reach, allowing guarding against monster attacks.

Special Skill: Dash Attack—a lethal, full-throttle thrust.

Monster Hunter Now December Update: Armor Sets

In addition to Zinogre armor, the update brings Barioth, Banbaro, and Radobaan armor sets.

Monster Hunter Now December Event Line-up

Qualily’s Special Quests

Rewarding Carpenterbugs, Monster Bones, Dragonite Ore, and Zenny.
Available from December 1, 2023, at 5:00 pm, until December 6, 2023, at midnight.

Zinogre’s Onslaught

Hunt Zinogre through a new method introduced in the update.
December 15, 2023, until December 17, 2023.

Pink Rathian & Diablos Event

Featuring Pink Rathian and Black Diablos with event-exclusive equipment and quests.
December 23, 2023, at 9:00 am, until January 8, 2024, at 11:00 pm.

FAQs:

When does the Monster Hunter Now December update go live?
The Monster Hunter Now December update is set to go live on December 7, 2023, at 12:00 am (local time), offering new weapons and monsters.

What monsters can Hunters expect in the December update?
The December update introduces Zinogre (Thunder), Barioth (Ice), Banbaro (Ice), and Radobaan (Sleep). Completing Urgent Quests unlocks encounters with these monsters, enhancing the gaming experience.