Rime Beetle Hunting Guide for Monster Hunter Wilds

In Monster Hunter Wilds, the thrill of the hunt extends beyond battling fearsome beasts. The expansive world invites adventurers to explore and engage in various quests, including the pursuit of the elusive Rime Beetle. Here's a comprehensive guide on how to find and capture this intriguing creature.

How to Find the Rime Beetle in Monster Hunter Wilds

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If you've forgotten the hint provided by Samin, your journey to find the Rime Beetle will lead you to the Iceshard Cliffs region. Unlike setting a simple waypoint, locating this creature requires keen observation and a bit of luck. The Rime Beetle is known for rolling up balls of packed snow, making it easier to spot in snowy areas.

Focus your search in Areas 2, 7, 8, 11, and 13 of the Iceshard Cliffs. As you traverse these snow-covered zones, keep an eye out for the distinctive snowballs. Additionally, following tracks in the snow can lead you directly to a Rime Beetle.

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How to Capture the Rime Beetle in Monster Hunter Wilds

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Capturing the Rime Beetle requires the use of your Capture Net, which should already be part of your equipment. To equip it, hold L1/LB and scroll through your options until you reach the Capture Net. Press Square/X to select it, then aim with L2/LT. When the Rime Beetle is within your crosshairs and the target turns orange, fire to capture it. Successfully capturing the Rime Beetle will add it to your collection and fulfill Samin's request.

If you choose to collect the Rime Beetle manually or with the Hook Slinger, you'll obtain Frost Pods instead, which can be used to inflict ice damage on your targets in Monster Hunter Wilds.

This guide covers everything you need to know about finding and capturing Rime Beetles in Monster Hunter Wilds. For more tips and information on the game, be sure to visit The Escapist.

Monster Hunter Wilds is available now on PlayStation, Xbox, and PC.