Capcom’s Monster Hunter Wilds features a diverse array of weapons that significantly impact gameplay. With all 14 weapons available from the start, players can choose their preferred fighting style to enhance their hunting experience.
Weapon Types
Each weapon in the game has unique strengths and weaknesses. Here’s a brief overview of the available options:
- Great Sword: A powerful weapon that excels in high-damage charge attacks.
- Long Sword: Offers sweeping attacks and allows for perfect dodges and counterattacks.
- Sword and Shield: Fast attacks with the ability to use items without sheathing.
- Dual Blades: Fast and aggressive, featuring a Demon and Archdemon gauge for buffs.
- Hammer: Deals blunt damage and can stun monsters effectively.
- Hunting Horn: Buffs teammates with musical tunes, ideal for veteran players.
- Lance: Provides safety with a shield, focusing on precise thrusts.
- Gunlance: Combines heavy shield capabilities with explosive shells.
- Switch Axe: Transforms between an axe and a sword, offering versatility.
- Charge Blade: Complex weapon that requires mastering two modes for optimal performance.
- Insect Glaive: Allows for vertical movement and mounting monsters easily.
- Light Bowgun: A fast-firing ranged weapon, great for damage per second (DPS).
- Heavy Bowgun: Best suited for long-range sniping with powerful ammo types.
- Bow: Utilizes stamina for shots and features a unique tracer shot for increased damage.
Players are encouraged to experiment with each weapon in the training area to find the best fit for their playstyle. Mastering the right weapon can significantly enhance teamwork and effectiveness during hunts.
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