Capcom actively supported Monster Hunter XX with patches that addressed bugs, rebalanced weapon mechanics, and added content leading up to the Western release of Generations Ultimate. Here’s what each major update brought:
| Update Version | Release Date | Key Additions | |----------------|--------------|----------------| | 1.1.0 | Sep 2017 | Minor bug fixes, online stability improvements | | 1.2.0 | Oct 2017 | Extra challenge quests, equipment adjustments | | 1.3.0 | Dec 2017 | Collaboration with “The Legend of Zelda: Breath of the Wild” (Link’s armor & weapons) | | 1.4.0 | Feb 2018 | Final balance changes, additional event quests |
Without updating, you miss:
A frequent point of confusion: Monster Hunter Generations Ultimate (released in 2018) is the fully localized version of MHXX. However, you cannot use an MHXX update on MHGU, and vice versa. monster hunter xx switch nsp upd
More importantly, if you plan to transfer your save from MHXX (JP) to MHGU (US/EU), you need MHXX updated to at least 1.3.0. The transfer tool on the eShop recognizes the save structure only from that version onward.
If you are utilizing the NSP format, you are likely bypassing the region lock (as the game never released in English on Switch outside of a confusing, limited Southeast Asian English patch).
The Update (Ver. 1.2) Significance: The day-one patch and subsequent updates are critical for this title. Capcom actively supported Monster Hunter XX with patches
The Language Barrier: This is the biggest drawback. The Switch NSP is entirely in Japanese. Unlike Monster Hunter Rise, there is no official English language option in the Japanese Switch eShop version.
Since both games run on the same engine, users often ask: Why bother with the MHXX NSP when MHGU exists in English?
| Feature | Monster Hunter XX (JP) | Monster Hunter GU (US/EU) | | :--- | :--- | :--- | | Language | Japanese only | English, French, Spanish, etc. | | Crossover DLC | More unique: Includes Jump, Famitsu, and Japan-exclusive manga collabs | Missing several JP-exclusive collabs due to licensing | | Save Transfer | Compatible with 3DS MHXX | Cross-save only with 3DS MHX/MHGen (requires homebrew) | | Update Status | Final version 1.5.0 (End of life) | Final version 1.4.0 | | Performance | Identical (30 FPS, dynamic resolution) | Identical | A frequent point of confusion: Monster Hunter Generations
Verdict: If you want to play Japan-exclusive event quests (e.g., the Universal Studios Japan jump costume), you need the Monster Hunter XX Switch NSP with UPD 1.5.0. If you want English text, you need MHGU or an English translation patch applied to the MHXX NSP (via the MHXX Switch English Patch mod).
With Monster Hunter Generations Ultimate available worldwide and frequently on sale, why bother with MHXX and its update?
However, for 99% of players, version 1.4.0 is mandatory to enjoy the complete monster roster (136 large monsters) and G-rank endgame.
Title: The Swan Song of "Old School" Monster Hunter Version Reviewed: Switch NSP (Ver. 1.2 Update / DLC included)
Important Note for NSP users: If you install a base NSP without the 1.2.0 UPD or higher, you will not be able to transfer your 3DS save, and you will encounter frequent disconnect errors online.