Monster Hunter Wilds Protag Isn't Trying to Just Hunt Monsters to Extinction, Even If You Are

The Monster Hunter franchise, renowned for its epic monster hunts, is shifting its focus. Capcom aims to highlight the series' core theme: the intricate relationship between hunters and the natural world. Discover what awaits in Monster Hunter Wilds!

Redefining the Hunter's Role: A Deeper Dive into Nature's Embrace

Monster Hunter Wilds (MH Wilds) will emphasize the interconnectedness of humanity, nature, and monsters. Capcom's development team is striving to showcase this symbiotic relationship more prominently, enriching the player character's personality in the process. Game director Yuya Tokuda explains, "The relationship between people, nature, and monsters, and a hunter's role within that…We aimed to illustrate this not just through gameplay, but with a deeply engaging story. Many future plans align with this concept, and we believe MH Wilds successfully conveys our vision."

Enhanced dialogue will be a key feature, allowing players to develop their hunter's personality. Tokuda highlights the diverse perspectives within the game's world, using the characters Nata and Olivia as examples of individuals with contrasting backgrounds and approaches to monster encounters. "Many people with different viewpoints coexist. We wanted to show how a hunter would feel in such a world—their thoughts and feelings. Everyone is unique, so we added these elements to MH Wilds."

This marks a departure from the series' traditional silent protagonists and limited dialogue choices. However, this narrative shift won't compromise the combat experience.

Tokuda assures players, "Those who prefer to skip dialogue and focus solely on hunting can do so. The amount of text won't affect the number of monsters, ensuring everyone's satisfaction." This is just the beginning; the director hints at future plans further exploring the central theme of the bond between humanity and nature.

For a deeper understanding of Monster Hunter's underlying themes and narrative, explore Game8's insightful article on the true essence of Monster Hunter.