The challenge of crafting new weapon types for the Monster Hunter franchise is significant, as detailed by developers. This article explores the weapon balancing process and the upcoming MH Wilds x MH Now collaboration.

Monster Hunter Wilds Developers Weigh In On A Potential 15th Weapon Type

A New Weapon Type Remains A Possibility

After over a decade with the same 14 weapon types (unchanged since Monster Hunter 4's Insect Glaive introduction), the Monster Hunter series might see a new addition. In a February 16, 2025 interview with PCGamesN, Monster Hunter Wilds Director Yuya Tokuda discussed the possibility. While a new weapon isn't ruled out, Tokuda highlighted the considerable development challenges. Creating a weapon that doesn't overlap significantly with existing options requires substantial resources and time. The team prioritizes refining existing weapons and adding depth through new combos and movesets, rather than immediately introducing a new weapon type.

Capcom's Approach to Weapon Refinement in Monster Hunter Wilds

Capcom continues to innovate, enhancing existing weapons in MH Wilds with features like Focus Mode and Power Clash. While incorporating community feedback from the beta, the team aims to maintain the core feel of each weapon. Balancing weapons across titles is a key concern. Tokuda explains that each weapon has a design concept, but the true test lies in player experience. Balancing MH Wilds' weapons proved especially challenging given Iceborne's additions to existing weapons' high-level moves and abilities. MH Wilds aims for a fresh start, prioritizing gameplay feel over simply retaining elements from previous games.

Monster Hunter Now x Monster Hunter Wilds Collaboration Event Phase 2

Monster Hunter Now's collaboration event with MH Wilds enters Phase 2 on February 28, 2025, featuring the Chatacabra and 12 Hope weapons from MH Wilds, along with new layered armors. Players can earn MH Wilds item vouchers through limited-time quests. Niantic's Sakae Osumi hinted at future collaborations, expressing interest in adding more monsters from Wilds.

Monster Hunter Wilds launches February 28, 2025 on PlayStation 5, Xbox Series X|S, and PC.