Key Points:
- Free-flowing Combat and Dark World: The new trailer showcases seamless combat and a grim, immersive environment.
- New and Familiar Monsters: Features intriguing new monsters, including a mountable creature reminiscent of a Final Fantasy Chocobo.
- Sequel to Bestselling Monster Hunter World: Follows the massively successful Monster Hunter World, Capcom’s top-selling game.
Capcom has finally pulled back the curtain on its enigmatic upcoming title, Monster Hunter Wilds. Revealed during Sony’s State of Play event, the new gameplay trailer offers an enticing glimpse into the game’s dark and dynamic world. Fans can look forward to fluid, free-flowing combat set against a backdrop of a living, breathing environment teeming with peril and mystery.
The trailer introduces a host of new monsters, including a mountable creature that strikingly resembles a Final Fantasy Chocobo, adding a nostalgic touch for long-time gamers. The richly detailed world promises to elevate the series’ signature hunting experience, blending familiar mechanics with innovative features.
As a sequel to the 2018 hit, Monster Hunter World, which became Capcom’s bestselling game ever, Wilds carries high expectations. The previous title surpassed sales of iconic franchises like Resident Evil and Street Fighter, setting a high bar for its successor. Announced at The Game Awards, Monster Hunter Wilds is slated for release on PS5, Xbox Series X/S, and PC in the upcoming year.
2023 has been a notable year for monster-hunting enthusiasts, marked by the launch of the mobile spinoff Monster Hunter Now by Niantic and EA’s Wild Hearts. As the anticipation builds, Monster Hunter Wilds stands poised to captivate a new generation of hunters with its bold new direction and thrilling gameplay.
