Beginner's Guide - Things to Keep in Mind & Tips

Beginner's Guide for Monster Hunter Wilds (MH Wilds). This guide includes things to keep in mind, new player tips, basic control settings and weapon tips.

Things to Keep in Mind

Character Appearance

Character customization can be redone. In the open beta, you were able to redo it as many times as you liked, but there may be a limit to the amount of Character Edit Voucher in the final version. Take your time during character creation to design a character you will be happy with.

Adjust Game Settings

Adjusting settings such as automatic sheathing and graphics in advance can enhance your gameplay experience. Additional settings are available, so feel free to customize them to suit your preferences.

Learn the Controls

Weapon Sheathed or Mounted Unsheathed or In Combat

Ready Weapon

Use Item

Gather

Crouch/Dodge or Dismount (Seikret)

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Seikret Speed Up (Hold full speed)

Seikret Slow Down (Hold sudden stop)

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Hold

Item Bar

Hold

＋

⇔

Select Item

Hold

＋

⇅

Bullet Selection

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Hold (Aim)

＋

Fire Hook Slinger

Hold (Aim)

＋

Fire Slinger

- It is possible to collect materials from a distance and activate gimmicks
- You can choose different kinds of bullets
- When using a ranged weapon while mounted, it changes to shooting instead.

Hold (Aim)

＋

＋

- You can collect surrounding items (select with up and down buttons)

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Movement

Toggle Dash

Adjust Camera

Switch Target

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Call Seikret (Auto)

View Seikret Pouch

Switch Weapons

Call Seikret (Manual)

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Open map

Open Menu

Standard attack：Relead/Apply Coating

Sheathe Weapon

Standard attack：Special Shot/Mode Switch

Evade

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Special Attack/Guard：Standard Shot/Charged Shot

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Hold

Item Barー

Hold

＋

⇔

Select item

Hold

＋

⇅

Bullet selection

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Hold

Focus Mode

➡

Hold

＋

Focus Strike

- Unlease Attack Boost or Guard in front
- Weak points and wounds are highlighted and special attacks are possible.

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Move

Toggle Dash

Adjust Camera

Switch Target

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Call Seikret (Auto)

View Seikret Pouch

Switch Weapons

Call Seikret (Manual)

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Open Map

Open Menu

Learn the basic controls. Monster Hunter Wilds has a high skill ceiling, so it's important to familiarize yourself with the controls.

Pick a Weapon That Fits Your Playstyle

Great Sword	Long Sword	Sword & Shield	Dual Blades
Hammer	Hunting Horn	Lance	Gunlance
Switch Axe	Charged Blade	Insect Glaive	Bow
Light Bowgun		Heavy Bowgun

We recommend picking a weapon that matches your preferences and playstyle. As the story progresses, you'll find areas where you can practice freely, so take the time to find a weapon that suits your playstyle and familiarize yourself with its controls.

Pick a Secondary Weapon

In Monster Hunter Wilds, you can bring two weapons. In addition to your main weapon, it is important to learn how to use your secondary weapon during battle.

Automatically Move on the Seikret

Call Seikret （Automatic）

If you set a destination and use the D-pad to ride Seikret, it will automatically guide you there. This feature is helpful when moving to a specific monster or gathering area without worrying about getting lost. Alternatively, you can control Seikret manually with the directional pad.

You Can Pin a Destination Using Your Map

You can set a destination from the map screen by placing a pin. Select the icon you want to set as your destination and press the R3 button to set that icon as your destination.

Join a Party to Tackle Difficult Hunts

If you find hunting alone challenging, consider forming a party to take on monsters together. Since the game uses a network-based lobby system, it’s essential to familiarize yourself with how to recruit players or join multiplayer sessions。

What to Do When You Can't Win

Review Your Equipment's Skills

Each piece of equipment has a skill attached to it. If you are concerned about survivability, consider activating Defense Boost skills. On the other hand, equipping skills like Attack Boost will enhance your damage output

Eat Food to Activate Food Skills

By eating food, you can activate various skills that enhance your Health and resistance. Although the effects are time-limited, it’s an easy way to gain a temporary boost, so make sure to take advantage of it.

Bring Items for Crafting or Hunting

Ensuring you have the right items before starting a hunt gives you an advantage when fighting monsters. Additionally, bringing crafting materials allows you to restock items when you run out, so plan carefully which materials to take on a hunt.

Learn the Monster's Attack Patterns

The most important thing in a hunt is to familiarize yourself with its weaknesses, attack patterns, and phase changes. If you learn the monster's attack patterns, you will be able to predict their next action based on their attack patterns and take less damage. Once you get comfortable with your weapon of choice, you can also pay attention to the monster's movement.

Reconsider Your Strategy

If you are still struggling, try reconsidering your approach. The following articles summarize some useful information for hunting.

Monster Hunter Wilds Related Articles

Useful Information

Game System

Character Creation Guide	Character Creation Recipes	Recommended Settings
Join Multiplayer	SOS Flare Guide	How to Change Name or Rename
Friend Request Guide	Hunter ID Guide	How To Cook
Layered Armor Equipment	How to Play Solo Online	FPS Comparison & Settings
How To Join a Lobby	Skip Button Guide	Arachnophobia Assistance
Craft Guide	Individual Strength Guide	Save Data Guide
Wound Guide	How to Hide Head Armor	How to Link Party
Receptionist Alma	Error Guide	Beginner's Guide
Support Hunter	How to Display FPS	Voice Chat Guide
Seikret Customization	Supply Items	Character Edit Voucher Guide
How to Lock-on	How to Pause	Photo Mode
Common Wood Minnow	Fishing Rod Guide	Whetstone Guide
Portable BBQ Grill	Camping Kit	Palico Guide
Tent Guide	How to Capture Monsters	Field Survey Quest
Mending Mantle	Canteen Guide	Support Ship Guide
Limited bounties	Login Bonus Guide	Nu Yaya Guide
Peony Sparklerjelly Guide	Layered Armor Outfit	Arch-Tempered Rey Dau Guide
Arena Quest Guide and Rewards	King of a Faraway Sky	Anguish and Atrocity
Congalala Cravings	When Do Quematrice Sing?	Doshaguma of the Hollow
Barrel Bowling Guide	Arena Chatacabra Quest	Diva Buff Effects
High Rank Guide	Wyvern's Wakening Guide	How to Edit and Send Stickers
Poogie	Cosmetic DLC Guide	How To Change Gender
How to Edit Shoutouts	Resting	Gathering Boosts
That Won't Work on Me!	Daughters of Carabosse	Chemicus Nocturnus
Gravios Blockade	Careening Out of Control	A Silent Flash Event Quest
How to Jig Line	Weapon Usage Rates	Immortal Equipment
Best Weapons for Beginners	How to Farm Tempered Rey Dau	How to Use Quick Reel
Poison Status Effects	Item Pouch Guide	Health Gauge Guide
Street Fighter 6 Collaboration Release Date	Gestures and Emotes	Material Retrieval Guide
How to Slow Reel	Sleep Status Explained	How to Farm Tempered Arkveld
Three Tails Better Than None!

Hunting / System Guide

Basic Controls	Combat Tips	How to use Focus Mode
What is a Wound?	Seikret Guide	Training Ground Location
Power Clash Guide	Offset Attack	Sneak Attack
How To Mount Monsters?	Radial Menu Guide	How to use Binoculars
How to Grill Meat	Capture Net	Ghillie Mantle
Slinger Guide	Large Barrel Bomb	Secondary Weapon
Evasion Guide	Perfect Evade	Radial Menu Guide
Perfect Guard	How To Switch Weapons	How to Reach HR 100
Lucky Voucher	Loadout	Research Help: Monsters
How to Stun	Weak Points For All Monsters	How to Catch 30 Whoppers
Chat Guide	How to Show Damage Numbers

Map Information

Pop-up Camp List	How to Fast Travel Guide	Where to get Ore
Where to get Bone Material	Fish List & Fishing Spot	Endemic Life
Slinger Ammo	Check & Change Environment	The Grand Hub

Recommended Information before Purchasing

Release Date & Platforms	Save Data Bonuses	Pre-Order Bonuses
Recommended Specs	PS5 & PS5 Pro VS PC: Specs Comparison	Controller & Set Up Guide
Differences in Edition	How To Crossplay Guide	When Steam Version will be Released?
Will It Be Released On The Switch Or PS4?	Character Profiles and Voice Actor List	Predictions & Speculations
New Features	Storage & File Size Guide	How To Download Benchmark
Weapon Adjustments	Should You Buy an Xbox?	Fairy Light Pendant DLC