FFXIV x Monster Hunter Wilds Screenshot Sweepstakes: How to Enter

Monster Hunter Crossover Sweepstakes — Overview

The Final Fantasy XIV crossover with Monster Hunter Wilds ran from October 7 to October 27, 2025. Alongside the in-game crossover trial (The Windward Wilds and its boss Guardian Arkveld), Square Enix hosted a screenshot sweepstakes open to players across multiple regions. This article covers the entry process, prizes, eligibility, and results for players who want a complete reference.

Sweepstakes Entry Process

To participate, players needed to capture and submit a screenshot meeting specific criteria:

1. Take a screenshot in Final Fantasy XIV featuring one of the following required themes:
   • Guardian Arkveld from The Windward Wilds trial (Normal or Extreme).
   • The Stray Felyne NPC or a weapon obtained from The Windward Wilds.
   • The full Hope gear set or just the chest piece.
   • Riding the secret mount or Felyne support team cart.
   • An indoor or outdoor furnishing acquired from The White Wanderer quest.
2. Ensure the screenshot displayed your character name, home world, and the date and time.
3. Post the screenshot on X or Bluesky with both hashtags: #FFXIVSweepstakes and #FFXIVxMHWilds.
4. Complete the regional submission form with your in-game character name, home world name, your Lodestone profile URL, and a link to your social media post.

Completed entries were eligible for one of four exclusive prizes.

Prizes

Each of the 2,500 winners received one of four exclusive prizes:

• Ahriman Choker
• Great Paraserpent
• Modern Aesthetics — Strife
• Noble Barding

Winners also received 10 wrapped presents containing various consumables alongside their chosen cosmetic. All four prizes were exclusive to the sweepstakes, making them highly sought after by collectors. For players who missed the sweepstakes, the broader FFXIV cosmetics catalogue has alternatives available — browse FFXIV glamour and cosmetic services to explore what's currently obtainable.

Eligibility and Key Dates

The sweepstakes ran from October 7 to October 27, 2025, closing at 7:59 a.m. PDT. Participants were required to be 18 years of age or older and a legal resident of one of the following regions: North America (including Hawaii), South America, the Caribbean, Europe, Africa, Asia, or Oceania. Japanese entries were accepted through a separate regional form.

The 2,500 winners were announced on January 31, 2026. The large winner pool made this one of the more accessible sweepstakes Square Enix has run during a crossover event.

About the Monster Hunter Wilds Crossover

The screenshot sweepstakes accompanied a broader crossover event in Patch 7.35. The Windward Wilds — an eight-player trial featuring the Monster Hunter Wilds boss Guardian Arkveld — launched in both Normal and Extreme format, requiring completion of the main scenario quest at level 100 to participate. The crossover also added Stray Felyne NPCs, Hope gear cosmetics, The White Wanderer furnishing quest, and additional crossover items to the game.

Keep an eye on the FFXIV Lodestone for future crossover events and community contests — Square Enix runs sweepstakes and screenshot contests regularly alongside major patch releases.

Frequently Asked Questions

Is the FFXIV x Monster Hunter Wilds sweepstakes still open?

No. The sweepstakes closed on October 27, 2025. The 2,500 winners were announced on January 31, 2026. This article serves as an archived reference for the event.

What were the prizes in the FFXIV x Monster Hunter Wilds sweepstakes?

The four prizes were the Ahriman Choker, Great Paraserpent, Modern Aesthetics — Strife, and Noble Barding. Each winner received one of these, plus 10 wrapped presents containing consumables.

How many winners were there?

2,500 winners were selected from eligible entries across all participating regions. The large pool made the sweepstakes unusually accessible compared to smaller contests.

Who was eligible for the sweepstakes?

Players aged 18 or older who were legal residents of North America (including Hawaii), South America, the Caribbean, Europe, Africa, Asia, or Oceania. Japanese residents could enter via a separate regional submission form.

What is Guardian Arkveld in FFXIV?

Guardian Arkveld is the boss of The Windward Wilds, the Monster Hunter Wilds crossover trial added in FFXIV Patch 7.35. The trial is available in Normal and Extreme eight-player formats and requires main scenario quest completion at level 100. The sweepstakes asked players to screenshot their Guardian Arkveld encounter as one of the valid entry themes.

Will FFXIV run another Monster Hunter crossover sweepstakes?

Square Enix has not announced a follow-up. The Patch 7.35 crossover event was a limited-time collaboration; however, Square Enix runs crossover trials, screenshot contests, and community sweepstakes regularly. Check the FFXIV Lodestone and the official social channels for current events.

Last reviewed 2026-06-16 against Patch 7.5 Trail to the Heavens — Maintained by WowCarry's FFXIV team.