Everything new hunters need to know before taking on their first monster.
Choose Your Weapon Wisely
Monster Hunter Wilds has 14 weapon types, and your choice defines your playstyle:
- Great Sword: Slow, massive hits. Best for learning positioning.
- Long Sword: Balanced, mobile, and stylish. Great starter.
- Dual Blades: Fast, aggressive, high stamina usage.
- Light Bowgun: Ranged and safe, ideal for solo beginners.
- Hunting Horn: Buffs your team while dealing solid damage.
Hunt Smart, Not Hard
Before fighting a monster, stock up on potions, traps, and flash pods. Use the environment — walls, traps, and mounted attacks deal free damage. Learn monster tells: every attack has a telegraph, and the game’s scoutflies highlight weak points.
Crafting Loop
Hunt → carve → forge → repeat. Armor skills matter more than raw defense. Elemental matchups are crucial: water beats fire monsters, thunder beats water, etc. Check the hunter’s notes before each quest.
Multiplayer Tips
Never abandon teammates mid-hunt. Always bring Life Powder and Dust of Life. Use the SoS Flare to call for help, and always eat before a hunt — the kitchen buffs are significant.