Capcom has announced an exciting crossover between two of its biggest franchises. Monster Hunter Wilds players will soon be able to dress their Palico companions as the adorable Blanka-chan from Street Fighter 6, bringing a unique fighting game flair to the monster-hunting adventure.
Blanka-chan Comes to Monster Hunter Wilds
The official Monster Hunter social media account recently revealed that a special collaboration between Monster Hunter Wilds and Street Fighter 6 will launch on May 28, 2025. This crossover event will allow hunters to outfit their feline Palico companions as Blanka-chan, the cute, chibi version of Street Fighter's iconic green beast.
This collaboration represents another example of Capcom leveraging its diverse portfolio of game franchises to create unique crossover content for players. By bringing Street Fighter's beloved character into the hunting grounds of Monster Hunter Wilds, Capcom continues its tradition of fan-pleasing franchise mashups.
What Can Players Expect from the Collaboration?
While details remain limited, the announcement specifically highlights the Blanka-chan Palico costume. Palicoes, the cat-like companions that assist hunters in battle, are a staple of the Monster Hunter franchise. The costume will transform these helpful felines into the adorable green fighter, complete with Blanka's signature wild appearance.
The collaboration content arrives just a few months after the game's February 2025 launch, providing early adopters with fresh customization options. This timing suggests Capcom may be planning a regular cadence of post-launch content to keep the monster-hunting community engaged.
Capcom's Cross-Franchise Strategy
This isn't the first time Capcom has created crossovers between its popular franchises. Previous Monster Hunter titles have featured collaborations with properties like Street Fighter, Mega Man, and Resident Evil, adding themed armor sets, weapons, and companion outfits that reference these iconic series.
These collaborations typically offer more than just cosmetic changes, often incorporating gameplay elements that reference the guest franchise. While the announcement only mentions the Palico costume, there may be additional Street Fighter-themed content revealed closer to the collaboration's launch date.
For additional information on this collaboration, Capcom has directed fans to check the official Monster Hunter channels. The collaboration content will be available across all Monster Hunter Wilds platforms, including PC, PlayStation 5, and Xbox Series X|S.
Dress your Palico companion as the one and only Blanka-chan! The Monster Hunter Wilds x Street Fighter 6 Special Collaboration arrives on May 28! pic.twitter.com/6SVonyF7ns
— Monster Hunter (@monsterhunter) May 25, 2025