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Since the World and Rise installments, the monster hunting saga Monster Hunter has been moving away as a “niche game” to reach a more global audience. Ahead of the launch of Wilds, which will occur in 5 months, Capcom has offered a preview in the form of a video guide to help new players learn the most important aspects of the game.
Narrated by Alma, the guild manager, 12-minute video offers a complete introduction to the essential elements of the story, the world and the game mechanics. The main setting, the Forbidden Lands, is an inhospitable territory where the weather changes drasticallyaltering the behavior of the creatures that inhabit it. That is why the guild has sent expeditions to investigate the region and discover more about the monster known as “the white specter.”
Capcom shows off key elements of Monster Hunter Wilds, from the Forbidden Lands to the most dangerous monsters
Once we have delved into the story, it is time to focus on the gameplay and hunting mechanics. The video shows that Capcom maintains the iconic style of the franchise, but adding key new features. Hunters will be able to choose between 14 types of weaponseach with new features and movements that adapt to different play styles. In addition, they will have access to tools such as slingwhich allows stones or other natural materials to be fired, and the sling hookwhich facilitates interaction with the environment and the collection of materials.
The felyne comrades and the seikret will not be missing from the event, a mount that helps the hunter move quickly through the Forbidden Lands and find their target more easily. Likewise, the possibility of set up temporary camps instead of returning to base camp after each hunt, it saves time and improves the player's efficiency.
We already know the date of Monster Hunter Wilds, the highly anticipated new installment of Capcom's star saga
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As for the multiplayer aspectthe option to launch a distress flare remains, which will allow up to three additional players (or NPCs) to join the hunt. This system has been optimized to ensure smoother player collaboration for big game hunting.
A few days ago Capcom confirmed that Monster Hunter Wilds will arrive on February 28, 2025 to Xbox Series, PS5 and PC (Steam), including crossplay between all platformswhich undoubtedly aims to be the most ambitious and player-friendly installment of the entire saga.