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: Harmony with Nature

Monster Hunter Wilds (MH Wilds) emphasizes the symbiotic relationship between humans, nature, and monsters. Capcom's development team is enhancing this theme, enriching the player character's personality.

Game director Yuya Tokuda explains to PC Gamer, "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 the concept of MH Wilds, and we believe this game successfully conveys our vision."

Increased dialogue allows for more expressive hunter characters. Tokuda cites Nata and Olivia as examples of characters with diverse backgrounds and approaches to monster situations. "Many people with different perspectives 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' traditionally silent protagonists and limited dialogue options. However, this narrative shift won't compromise the core combat experience.

Tokuda assures players, "Those who prefer to skip dialogue and hunt monsters 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 centered on the human-nature bond.

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