Monster Hunter Wilds Balances Hunting with Nature

While the Monster Hunter franchise is famous for tracking down fearsome creatures, Capcom aims to highlight its core concept: the delicate balance between hunters and the natural world. Learn more about what to expect in Monster Hunter Wilds!

Humans and Nature Take Center Stage in Monster Hunter Wilds

Exploring the True Meaning of Being a Hunter

The Monster Hunter series consistently portrays players as responsible hunters, promoting a symbiotic coexistence between humans and monsters in its universe. The Capcom development team is placing greater emphasis on this theme, while also giving the player character more distinct personality.

Monster Hunter Wilds (MH Wilds) will explore the intricate relationship between the natural environment and its inhabitants. Game director Yuya Tokuda explained in an interview with PC Gamer, "We wanted to portray the dynamic between people, nature, and monsters—and the hunter's role within that ecosystem—not only through gameplay but also through a rich narrative. We have numerous plans aligned with this vision and are confident the game successfully conveys what we set out to express."

To achieve this, the upcoming title will feature expanded dialogue options, allowing players to develop their hunter's personality. Tokuda noted that Wilds introduces diverse characters with unique backgrounds and viewpoints, such as Nata and Olivia, who approach monster-related challenges differently. "We wanted to reflect how a hunter would perceive and react to such a varied world. Since everyone thinks differently, we integrated these elements into Monster Hunter Wilds."

This represents a notable shift for the franchise, which traditionally relied on silent protagonists and limited dialogue. However, this narrative focus will not compromise the combat experience for action-oriented players.

Tokuda reassured fans, "Players who prefer to skip story content and focus exclusively on hunting can do so. The amount of text won't reduce the number of monsters, ensuring everyone enjoys the game." This appears to be just the beginning, as the director hinted at additional content centered on the human-nature connection.

For more insights into Monster Hunter's underlying themes and storytelling, explore Game8's featured article on the franchise's core message.