Monster Hunter World: Iceborne update brings a new region to the Guiding Lands
By Samuel Tolbert last updated
A new monster for Hunters to fight and a new area to explore.

What you need to know
- Rajang is a classic beast from the Monster Hunter series that is coming to Monster Hunter World: Iceborne.
- The beast will be included in the first free update for the game, which is set to release on October 10.
- In addition to this new monster, the update will include a new region in the Guiding Lands.
- You can get Monster Hunter World: Iceborne for $40 at the Microsoft Store (opens in new tab).
While many Hunters are likely still working through the many quests available in Monster Hunter World: Iceborne, there's more coming. As previously announced, a free update is coming later on October 10, adding the classic beastie Rajang, who is set to provide a challenge to its Master Rank challengers.
In addition to this new monster, the update will also include a new volcanic region to explore, which will be added on to the Guiding Lands. You'll also be able to invite all your monster hunting friends to check out your room and use a music player to play different tracks, making for a social atmosphere.
For more information on Rajang, you can check out the initial announcement trailer here. Monster Hunter World: Iceborne is currently available on consoles and is set to release on PC early next year in January 2020.
Related: List of new monsters coming to Monster Hunter World: Iceborne
Monster Hunter World: Iceborne
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Monster Hunter World: Iceborne is an upcoming expansion to Capcom's most successful game of all time, Monster Hunter World. Take the fight to Hoarfrost Reach and battle all-new beasties, returning threats, and grind all-new gear.
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Samuel Tolbert is a freelance writer covering gaming news, previews, reviews, interviews and different aspects of the gaming industry, specifically focusing on Xbox and PC gaming on Windows Central. You can find him on Twitter @SamuelTolbert.
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