Monster Hunter Wilds: Unique Weapon Designs Revealed - IGN First

The debate over weapon designs in Monster Hunter: World has been a hot topic among fans, many of whom expressed disappointment with the uniformity of the weapons. This has led to curiosity about whether Monster Hunter Wilds will adopt a similar approach. Although we've only seen a few weapons from Wilds so far, it hasn't been enough to form a comprehensive opinion on the design philosophy—until now. Yuya Tokuda, the director of Monster Hunter Wilds, has provided clarity on this matter.

In a discussion about the Hope series armor and weapons, Tokuda stated: “Incidentally, weapon designs in Monster Hunter: World generally retained a certain form, but they featured a customized appearance based on which monster materials were used. However, in Wilds, each weapon has its own unique design.”

This direct comparison to the weapon designs in Monster Hunter: World clearly indicates that fans don't need to worry about weapons looking too similar in Monster Hunter Wilds. While some weapons in World eventually became unique through upgrades, many retained similar appearances. For example, the final aqua line Sword and Shield closely resembles the final Pukei-Pukei Sword and Shield, and the final bone line Long Sword is strikingly similar to the final Jyuratodus Long Sword, as shown in the image below.

In contrast, the designs showcased so far in Monster Hunter Wilds are undoubtedly unique, as you can see in the slideshow below.

Monster Hunter Wilds Weapons

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We discovered this detail while exploring Monster Hunter Wilds' innovative approach to starting weapons and the Hope series gear. We've also unveiled brand-new concept art of the striking Hope armor and weapons, so be sure to check it out! Additionally, don't miss our in-depth interview about the Oilwell Basin and its inhabitants, including the locale's Apex, The Black Flame, named Nu Udra.

Monster Hunter Wilds is set to launch on PlayStation 5, Xbox Series X|S, and PC on February 28. For more exciting content, watch our exclusive 4K gameplay videos featuring hunts of Ajarakan and Rompopolo, dive into our interview with the development team on the evolution of Monster Hunter over the years, and explore details on the game’s delicious food system. Keep an eye out for more exclusive content throughout January as part of IGN First!