Dota 2 x Monster Hunter: How to craft items and get loot

Crafting plays a major role in the ongoing Dota 2 x Monster Hunter collaboration. Probably the most surprising video game crossover of 2025, the latest Dota 2 update brought over crafting, looting, Hunter Rank, and Hero Atlas from the MH universe.

While the mechanics will not be a surprise for those who have played Capcom's franchise, some Dota 2 players will be understandably stumped at the beginning. That's where our guide comes in.

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How to get materials and craft items in Dota 2 x Monster Hunter collaboration

How to get materials

Gathering materials in Dota 2 x MH Collab (Image via Valve)

To craft items, you will need materials specified by the item's recipe in the Dota 2 x Monster Hunter collaboration. You get materials in the following manner:

• Select an enemy hero before the start of the match as your hunt's Target.
• Different heroes drop different crafting materials. Check your item's recipe to decide what you need to figure out which hero should be your Target.
• Winning the game will net you all the listed materials, while losing will result in partial drop.
• Your Target will be marked with a Hunt Target marker. You will be marked with a Hunting You marker for those who have selected you as a hunt target. Killing your target (or participating in such a kill) before they kill you will grant you bonus materials. Winning or losing the match will not affect this.

How to craft items/gears in Dota 2 x Monster Hunter collaboration

Crafting gears in Dota 2 x MH collab (Image via Valve)

You will have the base level of a Palico courier and six hero sets unlocked for free during this collaboration. The rest of the levels are paywalled behind the Expedition Pack. To craft items, follow these steps:

• Select any of the sets provided
• Make note of the recipe of the item you wish to make (the materials required)
• Gather the materials following the aforementioned loop
• Once you have gathered the required materials, you will get the option to Craft
• Select Craft to make your new gear

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The gameplay loop is based on that of Monster Hunter where you hunt specific monsters in unique biomes/locations for loots. The drops aren't always guaranteed, meaning you may have to hunt the same monster multiple times to get a specific part. You then use the materials to craft weapons and armor to fight other monsters. If that sounds enticing, do check out our review for Monster Hunter Wilds, the latest entry to the long-running series.