Monster Hunter Wilds News

Full Monster Hunter Wilds map for all five regions

Looking for a Monster Hunter Wilds map for every region? As the biggest Monster Hunter title yet, you might be a bit overwhelmed by the sheer scale of the five explorable regions. In some cases, regions also have three to four different levels, but we've provided details on each map and how to navigate them.

The expansive map isn't the only feature in Monster Hunter Wilds that might take a while to grasp. The MH Wilds weapons also require hours of practice to get a handle on and dozens more hours to master. Thankfully, we've got build guides on each weapon from the Longsword to the Heavy Bowgun. Finally, don't worry too much about exploring the map until you complete the 20-hour main campaign, as that's when new resources and monsters become available.

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How to level up your Monster Hunter Wilds Hunter Rank fast

How do you level up your Monster Hunter Wilds Hunter Rank fast? The leveling system in MH Wilds operates slightly differently than your typical RPG. Rather than leveling up your character directly, your progression is tied to your Hunter Rank (HR). This number increases with Hunter Rank Points, which you can earn from hunts.

The rank system in Monster Hunter Wilds includes a series of level gates that rise in tandem with the main story. If you focus your energies on side activities like the MH Wilds fishing quests, you may find yourself lingering at those low levels no matter how many MH Wilds monsters you slay. Here's how to level up fast without letting Hunter Rank Points go to waste.

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Monster Hunter Wilds transmog explained

Can you transmog items in Monster Hunter Wilds? With any new armor piece being an upgrade on the previous one in the early game, you might look a bit mismatched as you take your first steps into the world of MH Wilds. There are ways you can create a matching set, at least visually, which makes it easy to look good while you're doing guild business.

We have a ton of MH Wilds best builds for you to maximize your power, and while they are unrivaled in terms of damage and defense, the armor sets in Wilds can be divisive; looking like a rubber plague doctor may be okay for some, but others may prefer a sleeker look. Whether you're rocking the MH Wilds Long Sword or the MH Wilds Bow, here's how Monster Hunter Wilds transmog works.

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Monster Hunter Wilds mounting explained - how to mount monsters

How do you mount monsters in Monster Hunter Wilds? With MH Wilds' new wound tech, it pays to keep targeting the same area of a monster as you're battling it out. There isn't a better way to do it than by jumping onto their back, where you can strike without the need to move. Mounting monsters is a great way to target specific areas, provided you can get up there in the first place.

Taking advantage of mounting in MH Wilds is key to defeating monsters, and the MH Wilds Insect Glaive is recommended as the best MH weapon to do so, but you can reach the height needed with every one of our MH Wilds builds. There are some important things you need to know before you start climbing on the backs of goliaths, so here's Monster Hunter Wilds mounting explained.

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How to capture monsters in Monster Hunter Wilds

How do you capture monsters in Monster Hunter Wilds? While slaying monsters is a foregone conclusion in Capcom's hunting RPG, it's not the only way to end a hunt. Instead, you can choose to capture rather than kill, letting you complete the quest without a carcass to carve up at the end.

While you won't receive quite as many rewards from captured MH Wilds monsters as you do slain ones, there are numerous benefits to this humane hunting method. Principally, capturing a monster in Monster Hunter Wilds is a great way to beat the timer or death penalty, letting you walk away with something rather than nothing. However, the ability to capture a monster is a little more complicated than just hacking away at it with your MH Wilds weapon. Here's how to do it without wasting your supplies.

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