Monster Hunter: Why is this new entry a bad thing?
Accessible but Less Challenging
I’ve been playing Monster Hunter: Wilds before its release, for the last week, and it feels like the most accessible entry in the series to date. You can read our review for the full lowdown on Capcom’s newest entry in this series, but the key takeaway is this: it’s easy. Or rather, it’s approachable. And I like it more because the design has been massaged into something everyone can enjoy.
A Larger World to Explore
Wilds has the largest world to date in a Monster Hunter game, and it’s a vast, seamlessly knitted space to wander and explore, with a solid story holding things together. But it’s the ease with which the world opens up that I love, and likely a reason some die-hard fans may find this entry less challenging.
Simplified Gameplay
Past Monster Hunter games were slow affairs, where you’d spend time tinkering with loadouts, crafting rare items, and generally mulling over your choices before venturing into the world to hunt massive creatures. Now, that pensive nature is flattened, it’s been hammered out like the best tachi blade. While the same gameplay remains, how you embrace it feels easier, quicker even.
Riding the Siekret
Traversing Wilds’ world is a simple matter of hopping on your Siekret and holding a button to follow a scent – it’s an autopilot for hunters, and many may feel it removes the impetus to memorize the world and truly immerse yourself in the Monster Hunter experience.
Less Time Spent Planning, More Time Hunting
Riding a Siekret is kind of a cheat code, as you can do almost anything – gather resources from the saddle and tackle monsters at pace. You can cook in the wilds, and, in fact, rarely need to return to the main camp unless you need something crafted.
Conclusion
So, while longtime fans may find Wilds less challenging, I love the ease with which I can jump in and play for an hour and feel like I’ve accomplished something. I’ve enjoyed the narrative and story beats far more than previous games. I’ve wallowed in the rain-dappled forests and dust of the game’s desert, and the impact of using the RE Engine is clear in every biome.
Frequently Asked Questions
Q: Is Monster Hunter: Wilds a good game for new players?
A: Yes, Wilds is designed to be more accessible and easier to grasp for new players.
Q: Will longtime fans still enjoy Wilds?
A: While Wilds may lack the challenge of previous games, the ease of play and new features may attract new fans to the series.
Q: Is Monster Hunter: Wilds available on multiple platforms?
A: Yes, Wilds is available on PC, PlayStation 4, Xbox One, and Nintendo Switch.
