Given the sheer size of the game’s world and the terrifying monsters that inhabit it, getting the best possible start in Monster Hunter Wilds can make a huge difference to one’s playthrough. Moreover, approaching the adventure with the right strategy can save the player’s precious time and allow them to get to the game’s best bits that little bit faster.
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Unlike in a lot of other games, getting the best possible start in Monster Hunter Wilds doesn’t come down to luck, nor does it require an awful lot of work on the player’s part. If anything, it’s about streamlining the early stages of the game to cut out any unnecessary padding to allow players to start enjoying the game a little faster. In that respect, the following guide should come in handy.
How to Have the Best Possible Start in Monster Hunter Wilds
Before they even boot up the game, players should take a look at the add-ons available on the digital storefront associated with the platform on which they’re playing. There, they should find the Hunter Help: Welcome Pack, which will provide them with a bunch of useful items. They can also get free edit vouchers for their Hunter and Palico. Most players will probably never use the latter, but given that they usually sell for a dollar or two a piece, getting one of each for free is definitely not a bad thing.
After sitting through the introduction and reaching the character creation screen, players should make sure that they’re completely happy with their custom Hunter. Although Monster Hunter Wilds does allow players to make minor changes to their Hunter’s appearance at any time by visiting the tent, any major changes will require a character edit voucher. The same goes for editing the appearance of one’s Palico, so taking a few extra minutes to get everything perfect the first time around is well worth the effort.
Once they’ve locked in their appearance, players will need to choose a weapon. There are fourteen weapons in Monster Hunter Wilds, so finding the best one can take a bit of time. Series veterans will likely have a pretty good idea which one will work best for them already, but for new players, Alma’s recommendations are a great place to start. They shouldn’t worry too much, though, as they’ll be able to switch out weapons soon enough. Sure, spend a bit of time practicing with the barrel, but don’t spend forever trying out every single weapon.
The first two or three Monster Hunter Wilds missions are pretty easy and provide players with ample opportunities to really try out their new weapon and familiarize themselves with the controls. After the first one, they’ll unlock a bunch of new mechanics, one of which being the forge. They’ll soon get the materials needed to upgrade their weapon and the monster parts required to forge some new armor, but the latter isn’t really required just yet. For the first few hours of the game, there aren’t too many enemies that will be able to cause them any real trouble.
Players should make sure to claim any Monster Hunter Wilds deluxe edition and pre-order bonuses that they’re entitled to at this time. They should also check to see if their Capcom ID is linked to their PSN, Xbox Live, or Steam account, as if it is, they’ll be able to get some more useful items by visiting the in-game Support Desk.
After completing a few more objectives, players will visit the Village of the Whispering Winds, after which, they’ll be given a choice, of sorts. They can either head toward the forest and progress the story or spend a bit more time exploring the Windward Plains. They’ll probably want to choose the former, as there’s no major benefit to hanging around. Sure, they can grind and become overpowered, but even without grinding, they’ll probably find the second area relatively simple, so it’s best to move on as quickly as possible. Then, the real adventure can finally begin.
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February 28, 2025
- ESRB
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T For Teen // Violence, Blood, Crude Humor