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Monster Hunter Wilds Latest News & Updates
Beta Test on October 28, 2024 (PT)
| Early Access | [Platform] PlayStation 5 & PS Plus Subscribers Only [Date & Time] 10/28/2024 8:00PM - 10/30/2024 7:59PM (PT) 10/29/2024 3:00AM - 10/31/24 2:59AM (GMT) [Pre-Download] 10/27/2024 8:00PM (PT) 10/28/2024 3:00AM (GMT) |
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| Beta Test | [Platform] PlayStation 5 / Xbox Series / Steam [Date & Time] 10/31/2024 8:00PM - 11/3/2024 6:59PM (PT) 11/1/2024 3:00AM - 11/4/2024 2:59AM (GMT) [Pre-Download] 10/30/2024 8:00PM 10/31/2024 3:00AM (GMT) |
The Monster Hunter Wilds' Beta Tests will be available early for PS5 and PS Plus subscribers on October 28, 2024 (PT). It will be available across all platforms on November 1, 2024 (PT).
▶ Beta Test Guide5th Trailer Showcase - New Area & Monsters!
Three New Monsters
| New Monsters in Oilwell Basin | |
|---|---|
 Rompopolo |  Ajarakan |
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Three new monsters can be found in Oilwell Basin! Rompopolo and Arajakan were featured heavily in the trailer, as well as the area's mysterious apex monster, "The Black Flame".
New Monsters ListNew Location: Oilwell Basin
Oilwell Basin is the third locale of Monster Hunter Wilds. The location seems to be around a volcano with hot lava field and oil-filled swamp-like areas.
New Village: Azuz, the Everforge
A village of smiths that stretches around a giant forge can be found in the Oilwell Basin. The people in Azuz are skilled in bone and ore processing, and oil refining techniques that's been handed down from ancient times.
Release Date is on February 28, 2025
Monster Hunter Wilds will be released on February 28, 2025. This was announced in the recent Playstation State of Play along with the game's fourth trailer. Prices for the different editions have also been revealed.
▶ Release Date & Platform DetailsAll Weapon Trailers Released
| Great Sword | Long Sword | Sword & Shield | Dual Blades |
| Hammer | Hunting Horn | Lance | Gunlance |
| Switch Axe | Charged Blade | Insect Glaive | Bow |
| Light Bowgun | Heavy Bowgun | - | - |
The trailers for all 14 weapons in Monster Hunter Wilds have been released! Many include basic functions and new moves, so be sure to check them out!
▶ All Weapon Types ListMonster Hunter Wilds Things To Know
Things To Know Before The Release
 PC System Requirements | PC System Requirements for Monster Hunter Wilds. This includes minimum and recommended PC Specs to play the game! |
 PS5 & Pro Specs | Details on the PS5 and PS5 Pro specs |
 Pre-Order Bonuses | Monster Hunter Wilds' pre-order has started! Pre-ordering will get you some nice bonuses for when the game releases |
 Editions Guide | Different editions and their inclusions |
 Save Data Bonuses | Save Data Bonuses are available for having saves from Monster Hunter: World and Monster Hunter World: Iceborne. Palico armor can be obtained through having them! |
 Is There Cross Play? | Monster Hunter Wilds will offer crossplay, allowing players to play with other players from different gaming platforms! |
 Predictions & Theories | Monster Hunter Wilds is seemingly connected to both Monster Hunter: World and Monster Hunter 4. Get a better understanding of its story by knowing the characters and lore of previous titles. |
 Steam Version Release Date | All the release date and time, and cross-play information for the Steam version. |
 Will It Be Released On The Switch Or PS4? | Currently, there is no information on whether Monster Hunter Wilds will have a Switch or PS4 version. It's unlikely that it will be released on these platforms. |
Monster Hunter Wilds Weapon Guides
14 Weapon Types Available
| Great Sword | Long Sword | Sword & Shield | Dual Blades |
| Hammer | Hunting Horn | Lance | Gunlance |
| Switch Axe | Charged Blade | Insect Glaive | Bow |
| Light Bowgun | Heavy Bowgun | - | - |
There are a total of 14 weapon types that will be available in Monster Hunter Wilds. Although they are the same weapons as in previous installments, they will have new moves and features in Wilds!
Switch Between Weapons Mid-Fight
For the first time ever in the series, players will be able to switch to a second weapon type during fights! This can be done while riding the Seikret, which will carry the other weapon.
Weapon Introduction Videos
Great Sword Weapon Trailer
A weighty weapon with slower movement and attacks, but each blow packs a powerful punch.
Suitable for hit-and-run tactics or even guarding, the Great Sword is highly adaptable.
Long Sword Weapon Trailer
A weapon that excels at swift movements and combos.
With a sharp eye and good timing, you can counter incoming attacks.
Landing certain attacks will raise the level of the Spirit Gauge.
Once the Spirit Gauge turns red, some of your attacks will be strengthened.
Sword & Shield Weapon Trailer
A weapon that boasts maneuverability and rapid attacks.
You can use the shield both to guard and to attack.You can even use some items while your weapon is drawn.
Dual Blades Weapon Trailer
A weapon designed for rapid attacks.
Enter Demon Mode to boost the damage of your attacks.Archdemon Mode will further boost the damage of some attacks.
Hammer Weapon Trailer
A blunt weapon with destructive power and good mobility.
Charge your attacks to make them more powerful.You can even stun monsters by landing multiple hits to their head.
Hunting Horn Weapon Trailer
A blunt weapon that can perform melodies that give you buffs.
Place Echo Bubbles to grant special effects in an area.
Melody effects also benefit your allies.
Lance Weapon Trailer
The lance is a weapon with top-class defense.
Its thrusting attacks are quick and safe to execute.Make good use of its variety of guard-related moves and counters.
Gunlance Weapon Trailer
A weapon with a long reach and the ability to fire explosive shells.
Use sidesteps to make small positioning adjustments.Guard against even the most powerful of attacks. Utilize a variety of powerful shell-based attacks.
Switch Axe Weapon Trailer
A multifaceted weapon that can morph between two different modes.
Axe Mode excels at long-reach attacks.
Sword Mode lets you unleash faster attacks.
Charge Blade Weapon Trailer
A versatile weapon that can morph between two different modes.
Sword Mode allows you to maneuver yourself quickly and accurately.
Dish out massive damage with Axe Mode.
Charge phials while in Sword Mode to power up Axe Mode.
Charged phials can power up different aspects of the weapon.
Insect Glaive Weapon Trailer
A mobile weapon you use while controlling a creature known as a Kinsect.
Gain powerful buffs by harvesting extracts from monsters.
Vault into the air to perform jumping attacks at will.
Light Bowgun Weapon Trailer
A mid-range weapon that can fire various ammo types.
Highly mobile and great at quick attacks and dodges.Use Rapid Fire energy to fire in quick succession. Energy regenerates over time and when you successfully land hits.
Heavy Bowgun Weapon Trailer
A long-range weapon that fires ammo from a distance.
On top of the Auto-Guard function, you can also guard incoming attacks manually.
Expend energy in Ignition Mode to fire special ammo. Energy regenerates over time and when you successfully land hits.
Bow Weapon Trailer
A mid-range weapon that uses a variety of arrow-based attacks.
Charge your arrows to increase their damage. The bow also boasts high mobility.
Hitting a monster with a Tracer will cause arrows to home in on it. Tracers will explode after being dealt enough damage or after enough time passes.
New Weapon Features & Moves
Focus Mode
Focus Mode is a new feature available across all weapon types. With Focus Mode, hunters are able to aim their attack or guard. Monster Weak Points and Wounds are also highlighted during it.
Focus Mode GuidePower Clash
With weapons that can guard, hunters can initiate a Power Clash by guarding against certain monster attacks. During the clash, hunters can push a monster back and stagger it, opening it up to a follow-up attack!
Offset Attacks
With some weapon types, if you do a specific attack in time with a monster's attack, an Offset Attack can be done to stagger a monster.
Monster Hunter Wilds Monster Guides
All Monsters ListNew Monsters
Apex Monsters
| Monster | Description |
|---|---|
 Arkveld | Type: Unknown (Extinct Specie) A monster known among the commission as the White Wraith, described as having unique chain-like appendages extending from its wings. A species long thought to have been extinct, its ecology remains shrouded in mystery. |
 Rey Dau | Type: Flying Wyvern "From the look of it... That must be this region's apex predator." A Flying Wyvern that rules the Windward Plains as its apex predator. It has adapted to the lightning that accompanies the Sandtide, with most sightings having occurred during the storm. Its ability to discharge electricity in powerful attacks pose a threat to even the most experienced hunters. |
 Uth Duna | Type: Leviathan "This is its territory. And we're intruders...". A Leviathan that rules the Scarlet Forest as its apex predator. It has adapted to water-rich environments and is sighted most often during the Downpour. It makes use of the moisture and its own bodily fluids to create a protective veil around itself. |
 The Black Flame | Type: Unknown Known to the people of Azuz as the Black Flame, it reigns as the apex predator of this region. |
New Monsters
| Monster | Description |
|---|---|
 Rompopolo | A brute wyvern that inhabits areas of deep oilsilt. |
 Ajarakan | A fanged beast characterized by the flame-like protrusions that cover its back. |
 Quematrice | Brute wyverns with disproportionately long tails. They spread a flammable substance, then ignite it by dragging their tails along the ground. They can often be seen fighting with other, smaller carnivores over carrion. |
 Lala Barina | A Temnoceran that resides in the Scarlet Forest. Its thorax, which can be opened at will, resembles a rose in bloom. |
 Balahara | Desert-dwelling leviathans that use their supple serpentine bodies to create quicksand traps for unwary prey. |
 Doshaguma | Rigged, territorial fanged beasts that exhibit an aggressive disposition and inhabit a large range. Sometimes observed in large packs. |
 Chatacabra | A large species of amphibians that use the adhesive quality of their saliva to affix stone on their forelimbs in order to power up their attacks. |
Returning Monsters
| Monster | Description |
|---|---|
 Congalala | The pink-furred fanged beast with a penchant for flatulence, Congalala |
 Yian Kut-Ku | The big beaked bird wyvern, Yian Kut-Ku |
 Rathalos | Rathalos was only shown at the end of the announcement trailer. The series' flagship monster will appear in Wilds, continuing Rathalos' legacy of appearing in every Monster Hunter game. |
Monster Hunter Wild Locations & Maps Guide
Confirmed Locations
| Location | Description |
|---|---|
 Windward Plains | The Windward Plains are a diverse region filled with sandy deserts, swaying grasslands, twisting rock formations, and other natural features. This land experiences an Inclemency known as the Sandtide, a great sandstorm roiling with thunder. Village: Kunafa, Windsong Village |
 Scarlet Forest | Following the river found in the Windward Plains will lead you to the verdant Scarlet Forest, with its towering trees and abundant water. As you take your first steps here in your journey, your eyes are drawn to the peculiar red-colored water found on the forest floor... Village: Wudwud Hideout |
 Oilwell Basin | A volcanic region where oil wells and raging fires burn. Home to unique creatures that have adapted to its harsh environment. Village: Azuz, the Everforge |
| Fallow | Inclemency | Plenty |
|---|---|---|
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Locations in Wilds have two versions: An environment where monsters swarm and fight and an environment full of abundant life. The weather also changes to different levels. It seems that the monsters you can find on the field are affected by the environment.
Locales
Windward Plains, The First Area To Explore
| Windward Plains Area | ||
|---|---|---|
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Windward Plains is the vastly sandy field that the Research Commission will explore first. This area consists of several areas of different environments, such as a desert, grassland, and a rocky terrain. There will be 13 areas here.
Scarlet Forest
The Scarlet Forest is a rich rainforest found upstream of Windward Plains. Since the two are connected, it's likely that the Scarlet Forest could be explored early in the game. It's inhabited monsters, such as Lala Barina and Uth Duna.
Oilwell Basin
A field where oil gushes from the ground. The Oilwell Basin experiences the Firespring Inclemency wherein flames engulf the oil fields. Rompopolo and the other monsters that inhabit it have adapted to its harsh environment.
New Multi-Dimensional Map
The mini map has been changed to a three-dimensional one that automatically rotates. The difference in elevation is easier to see with the new map!
Monster Hunter Wilds New Features & What's New
New Features - What's New & SystemsNew Features & Elements
| Map & Locations Related |
|---|
| - Each map has a dynamic environment that affects the weather and the monsters that appear on the field └ Fallow: A period where hungry predators roam the land for food └ Inclemency: Ecology altering event └ Plenty: A rich period or spring - Environmental traps that change depending on the current environment and weather - The overall map is about four times of that in MHW - Players are able to dive underwater - Environmental creatures in the field - Cook anywhere with the Portable BBQ Grill └ The meal changes depending on the ingredients choosen - Camps can be set up at specific locations in the field └ Can only camp at glowing green areas |
| Hub Village Related |
| - Has the same functions as in previous titles[hr]- NPC behavior changes depend on the time and weather[hr]- NPCs can exchange items[hr]- You can ride the Seikret even within the hub village |
| Monster Related |
| - Mount attacks is still in the game - Sneak attacks can be done by attacking a monster from behind without being noticed - Monsters can found groups with an alpha leading them └ There are quests to defeat alpha monsters └ Slingers can be used to break up a pack - It is possible to lead a monster into a trap created by another monster └ For example: Dropping a Doshaguma into the quicksand trap of a Balahara - If you hunt too many of the same monster, they will spawn less in the field └ Simply returning to the base does not refresh their respawn |
| Equipment Related |
| - All armor can now be worn regardless of hunter's gender - New Group Skill equipment set bonus effects └ Example: Having equipment by Brute Wyverns give a bonus effect - Specific offenive skill are now exclusive to weapons - Mantles are still available └ New mantles will be added - Palico Slinger is still there |
| Quest Related |
| - The quest begins when you deal enough damage to the target └ Supplies are replenished at the start of the quest └ You can continue exploring even after completing the quest - Materials are automatically obtained by wounding or destroying monster parts - Quests that begin by damaging monsters are field research quests - The "Scoutfly" system is still there and Survey Points can still be collected |
| Item Related |
| - There are three-types of Slinger Ammo so far └ Large Dung Pods: Break up a herd └ Luring Pod: Lures monsters └ Slinger Paint Ammo: Makes it easier to locate a monster for a while - Large Barrel Bombs can be rolled or thrown - Materials obtained are automatically stored in a box each time the camp menu is opened - Shock Traps can be collected and reused |
| System Related |
| - Camera settings are more detailed - Seikret can be called by a button key └ Pressing the button key while riding will change to auto-move └ Can call Seikret after being hit by a monster as a form of defense - Movement through the Wedge Beetle is still present - It is possible to call other players or NPCs into the hunt with your SOS Signal └ You can also hunt by forming a party with NPCs |
Introduction Of The Seikret Mount
Seikret is a mount that beyond helping you traverse areas will also provide support during hunts.
Seikret GuideSeikret Features
- Automatic travel to a destination
- Switch weapon types mid-hunts
- Use items and slingers while moving
- Collect items in the field while moving
Automatic Travel to Target's Location
The Seikret has a feature that allows hunters to travel automatically to a location that has been marked by them. This will make traversing the field much easier!
New Focus Mode!
Focus Mode is a new feature available for all weapon types, allowing you to aim your attack and guard abilities. By aiming it at a monster's weakness, you can target it and deal a special attack for big damage. Focus Mode also allows you to adjust your distance and aim at the monster.
Focus Mode GuideWounds are Highlighted in Focus Mode
In Focus Mode, the wounds you created on the monster will be highlighted in red. Successfully attacking wounded parts can activate a special move.
Slinger
The Slinger is a new feature that allows for item collection and environmental triggers from a distance. It can also be used while riding your mount, the Seikret.
Slinger GuideMonster Hunter Wilds Characters Guide
Character List - Voice Actors & Relationships| Name | Description |
|---|---|
| Hunter | The protagonist and the character you play as. A hunter assigned to the Forbidden Lands Research Commission, their job is to help investigate this unexplored region. |
| Palico | A Felyne—A cat-like creature fully capable of speaking with people—who is the hunter's trusted "Palico" partner. They'll provide invaluable hunting AND moral support. |
 Alma | The Hunter's "Handler"—one who manages monster hunt requests, permissions, and quests. She'll accompany you out on quests and provide valuable support and knowledge. |
 Gemma | A smithy with the Research Commission. She'll take care of all your weapon and armor crafting needs! |
 Nata | A mysterious young boy that accompanies you on your journey. |
| Olivia | A hammer-wielding member of the Hunter's Guild Forbidden Lands Expedition Team. She previously took on special missions from the Guild, but has since been assigned to the Forbidden Lands. She can assist the Hunter as a Support Hunter during quests. |
| Athos | An elite Long-Haired Palico assisting Olivia. |
| Erik | Astrum Unit's Handler. An adroit biologist renowned throughout academia. |
| Werner | Astrum Unit's Smithy. A physics and engineering specialist, and a leading mind in weapon technology. |
| Fabius | As a leader of the Hunter's Guild, he established the Forbidden Lands Research Commission after discovering Nata, and took charge of forming each expedition unit. A former hunter distinguished among the guild |
Monster Hunter Wilds Release Date & Overview
| Release Date | 2025 |
|---|---|
| Developer | CAPCOM |
| Platforms | PlayStation®5 / Xbox Series X|S / Steam® (PC) |
| Genre | Action RPG |
| No. Of Players | 1 Player (Up To 4 If Online) |
| Crossplay | Possible across all platforms |
| Official X | @monsterhunter |
| Official Site | Monster Hunter Wilds |
Monster Hunter Wilds Official World Introduction
A Wild And Unrelenting New Frontier
Dynamic, ever-changing environments. A story of monsters and humans in a world with two faces: one in which the lands are harsh and unforgiving, where monsters fight for scant resources—and another in which the lands are vibrant and brimming with life.
You play as a professional monster hunter, protecting the balance of the ecosystem and hunting monsters. Use the resources you gain from hunts to craft ever more powerful weapons and armor in your quest to unravel the mysteries of the new lands.
Experience the most evolved action and improved immersion in any Monster Hunter to date.
First In The Series With Full Voice Acting
In this game, the Hunter controlled by the player will have full voice acting along with the other NPCs. Even the Palico will be voiced, a first in the series!
Overwhelming Immersion Without Loading Screens
The experience is seamless, eliminating loading screens between cutscenes and gameplay. You will feel an overwhelming sense of immersion with stunning graphics, new actions, and full voice acting!
Seikret, An Invaluable Mount, Makes Its First Appearance
The Seikret, appearing for the first time in the series, is an invaluable mount. Not only will it let you switch between two weapons, it will also allow you to prepare for hunts by using items, slingers, healing, weapon sharpening, and gathering while on the move. It will also traverse automatically to a set location on the map.
Evolution Of Hunting With New Features & Moves
Monster Hunter Wilds adds the Focus Mode, which will allow players to aim at a monster's weak spot and deal a special attack for big damage. In addition, new moves and features have been added to all 14 weapon types. Players will enjoy the ultimate hunting action never before experience in the series.
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