In Monster Hunter Wilds, Every Weapon Has Its Own Unique Design - IGN First

Monster Hunter Rise's weapon designs were a point of contention among fans, prompting concerns about the aesthetic direction of Monster Hunter Wilds. While initial reveals offered limited insight, Director Yuya Tokuda has confirmed a significant departure from its predecessor.

Tokuda stated regarding the Hope series armor and weapons: "Weapon designs in Monster Hunter: World generally retained a certain form, featuring customized appearances based on monster materials. However, in Wilds, each weapon boasts a unique design."

This directly addresses concerns about design similarity. Unlike Monster Hunter: World, where even highly upgraded weapons sometimes retained a family resemblance (as seen below in the Aqua and Bone weapon lines), Wilds prioritizes distinct designs for each weapon.

Monster Hunter Wilds Weapons

19 ImagesThis information comes from discussions surrounding Monster Hunter Wilds' innovative approach to starting weapons and the Hope series gear, including exclusive concept art. Further details are available in our interview about the Oilwell Basin, its inhabitants, and the Apex monster, Nu Udra (The Black Flame).

Monster Hunter Wilds launches on PlayStation 5, Xbox Series X|S, and PC on February 28th. For more, explore our exclusive 4K gameplay videos featuring Ajarakan and Rompopolo hunts, our developer interview tracing the series' evolution, and a deep dive into the game's culinary system. Expect additional exclusives throughout January as part of IGN First!