Monster Hunter: Wilds Devoid of Novel Weapons

The challenge of crafting new weapon types in the Monster Hunter franchise. This article delves into the complexities of weapon balancing and the upcoming MH Wilds x MH Now collaboration.

Monster Hunter Wilds Developers Weigh In on New Weapon Types

A 15th Weapon Type Remains a Possibility

After over a decade with the same weapon roster, the Monster Hunter series might finally see a new addition. In a February 16, 2025 interview with PCGamesN, Monster Hunter Wilds Director Yuya Tokuda discussed the potential for a new weapon type.

Monster Hunter Wilds offers 14 weapon types, unchanged since Monster Hunter 4 and the introduction of the Insect Glaive. While Tokuda expressed interest in creating a new weapon, he explained the challenges in development. The difficulty lies in designing a weapon that doesn't overlap significantly with existing options and maintains the game's balance. He emphasized that the resources dedicated to refining existing weapons outweigh the creation of a new one for now.

Capcom's Approach to Weapon Refinement in Monster Hunter Wilds

Capcom continues to innovate, adjusting weapons to achieve their vision for MH Wilds with features like Focus Mode and Power Clash. The team considered community feedback from the MH Wilds beta, but Tokuda stressed the importance of preserving the core feel of each weapon.

Weapon balancing across titles is a key consideration. Tokuda explained that they establish a "concept" for each weapon in every game, aiming for a specific feel and play style. However, the true test lies in player experience, as the actual feel might differ from the initial concept.

Balancing Wilds' weapons presented unique challenges, particularly considering Iceborne's additions to existing weapons. Iceborne's expansion to master rank difficulty added advanced moves and abilities, assuming players already mastered the basics. MH Wilds, however, aims for a fresh start, prioritizing a cohesive gameplay experience over simply retaining features from previous installments.

Monster Hunter Now x Monster Hunter Wilds Collaboration Event: Phase 2

Monster Hunter Now's collaboration event with MH Wilds enters Phase 2 on February 28, 2025, celebrating the upcoming release. The event features the Chatacabra, 12 Hope weapons from MH Wilds, and two new layered armors (Hope armor style and a Seikret mount-themed armor).

MH Now players can earn vouchers for MH Wilds items (Mega Potion, Dust of Life, etc.) through limited-time quests, redeemable on any platform.

Niantic's Senior Producer Sakae Osumi hinted at future collaborations, expressing a desire to incorporate more monsters from Wilds.

Monster Hunter Wilds launches February 28, 2025, on PlayStation 5, Xbox Series X|S, and PC.