Fans of the Monster Hunter series have often expressed mixed feelings about the weapon designs in Monster Hunter: World, leading to speculation about what Monster Hunter Wilds might bring to the table. While we've caught glimpses of some weapons in Wilds, it hasn't been enough to fully understand their design philosophy—until now. Yuya Tokuda, the director of Monster Hunter Wilds, has provided clarity on this matter.
When discussing the Hope series armor and weapons, Tokuda stated: "Incidentally, weapon designs in Monster Hunter: World generally retained a certain form, but they featured a customized appearance based on which monster materials were used. However, in Wilds, each weapon has its own unique design."
This direct comparison to Monster Hunter: World's approach clearly resolves any concerns about weapon designs looking too similar in Monster Hunter Wilds. While some weapons in Monster Hunter: World did evolve into unique forms, many remained visually similar even at their highest upgrade levels. For instance, the final aqua line Sword and Shield closely resembles the final Pukei-Pukei sword and shield, and the final bone line long sword is nearly identical to the final Jyuratodus long sword, as seen in the image below, taken from the initial release of Monster Hunter: World on PS4.
In contrast, the weapon designs showcased in Monster Hunter Wilds are undeniably distinct, as you can see in the slideshow below.
Monster Hunter Wilds Weapons
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This revelation came during discussions about Monster Hunter Wilds' innovative approach to starting weapons and the Hope series gear, where we unveiled new concept art showcasing the impressive Hope armor and weapons. Don't miss out on this! Additionally, delve into our in-depth interview on the Oilwell Basin and its inhabitants, including the locale's Apex, The Black Flame, known as Nu Udra.
Monster Hunter Wilds is set to launch on PlayStation 5, Xbox Series X|S, and PC on February 28. For further insights, explore our exclusive 4K gameplay videos featuring hunts of Ajarakan and Rompopolo, our discussion with the development team on the evolution of Monster Hunter over the years, and details on the game's enticing food system. Keep an eye out for more exclusive content throughout January as part of IGN First!
