"Monster Hunter Wilds: Captured Monsters Escape Stage Left"

Most players associate Monster Hunter with the thrill of hunting monsters, but capturing them plays a significant role as well. In Monster Hunter Wilds, capturing a monster and sticking around can lead to an amusing interaction, as discovered by the community.

A Reddit user, RDGtheGreat, shared an entertaining moment on the r/MonsterHunter subreddit, where lingering near a captured monster reveals a bit of behind-the-scenes magic. After capturing a Nu Udra and waiting, the giant cephalopod simply gets up and leaves, sparking humorous comparisons to a film set wrap-up among fans.

For those curious about the in-game lore behind this phenomenon, it's clear that the research team doesn't use giant cages. Instead, Monster Hunter Wilds adopts a catch-and-release approach, which aligns well with the ethos of Alma and the team throughout the narrative.

This quirky detail adds a layer of fun to the game. It's impressive that Capcom's developers considered this scenario and included a dedicated animation rather than a simple fade-out. The sight of a now-limbless monster scurrying away might seem comical, but it enriches the game by offering a glimpse into the research methods of Alma and her crew.

Patch 1.000.05.00 has recently been released for Monster Hunter Wilds, addressing quest progression issues and fixing bugs. While performance improvements are still in the works, the game currently holds a 'mixed' rating on Steam.

To kickstart your adventure in Monster Hunter Wilds, explore what Monster Hunter Wilds doesn’t tell you, delve into all 14 weapon types available, and follow our ongoing Monster Hunter Wilds walkthrough. For those interested in multiplayer, check out our Monster Hunter Wilds multiplayer guide. If you participated in one of the open betas, learn how to transfer your Monster Hunter Wilds Beta character.

IGN's review of Monster Hunter Wilds gave it an 8/10, stating, "Monster Hunter Wilds continues to smooth off the rougher corners of the series in smart ways, making for some extremely fun fights but also lacking any real challenge."