Fans of the Monster Hunter series have often expressed mixed feelings about the weapon designs in Monster Hunter: World, leading to curiosity about whether Monster Hunter Wilds would continue this trend. While initial glimpses of Wilds' weapons have been intriguing, they haven't been extensive enough to fully assess the game's design philosophy. However, Monster Hunter Wilds Director Yuya Tokuda 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 statement directly addresses the concerns about weapon designs being too similar, as seen in Monster Hunter: World. For instance, even at their most upgraded forms, weapons like the final aqua line Sword and Shield and the Pukei-Pukei Sword and Shield, or the bone line Long Sword and the Jyuratodus Long Sword, bore striking resemblances to each other, as shown in the image below.

In contrast, the weapons revealed for Monster Hunter Wilds showcase a commitment to uniqueness, as demonstrated in the following slideshow.

Monster Hunter Wilds Weapons

This insight came to light during a discussion on Monster Hunter Wilds' new approach to starting weapons and the Hope series gear, where we also unveiled brand-new concept art of the striking Hope armor and weapons. Don't miss out on this! Additionally, be sure to explore our in-depth interview about the Oilwell Basin and its inhabitants, including the locale's Apex, The Black Flame, named Nu Udra.

Monster Hunter Wilds is set to launch on PlayStation 5, Xbox Series X|S, and PC on February 28. For more insights, check out our exclusive 4K gameplay videos featuring hunts of Ajarakan and Rompopolo, our interview 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!