Monster Hunter Wilds: Unique Weapon Designs Revealed - IGN First

Fans of the Monster Hunter series have expressed mixed feelings about the weapon designs in Monster Hunter: World, prompting curiosity about whether Monster Hunter Wilds will follow a similar approach. Although only a few weapons from Wilds have been revealed, it's been challenging to form a comprehensive opinion on their design philosophy. However, Monster Hunter Wilds Director Yuya Tokuda has provided clarity on this matter.

In a discussion about the Hope series armor and weapons, Tokuda shared, "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 the weapon designs in Monster Hunter: World clearly indicates that fans don't need to worry about weapons looking too similar in Monster Hunter Wilds. While some weapons in Monster Hunter: World eventually became entirely unique with upgrades, many remained similar, as seen in the example of the final aqua line Sword and Shield compared to the final Pukei-Pukei sword and shield, and the final bone line long sword versus the final Jyuratodus long sword.

You can see the similarity in the image below from Monster Hunter World, captured on the PS4. In contrast, the designs showcased so far in Monster Hunter Wilds are undeniably unique.

Monster Hunter Wilds Weapons

Explore the unique weapon designs of Monster Hunter Wilds in the slideshow below:

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This insight came to light while discussing Monster Hunter Wilds' innovative approach to starting weapons and the Hope series gear. We also unveiled brand-new concept art of the striking Hope armor and weapons, which you won't want to miss. Additionally, don't forget to delve into 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 exciting content, check out our exclusive 4K gameplay videos featuring hunts for Ajarakan and Rompopolo, our interview with the development team on the evolution of Monster Hunter over the years, and insights into the game's delectable food system. Keep an eye out for more exclusive content throughout January as part of IGN First!