Weapon Variety Reigns Supreme in 'Monster Hunter Wilds'

Concerns about weapon design similarity in Monster Hunter Rise (Wilds is likely a typo) prompted comparisons to Monster Hunter: World. Director Yuya Tokuda clarified this, stating that unlike World, where weapon appearance varied based on monster materials but retained a core design, Rise's weapons boast entirely unique designs.

This directly addresses fan anxieties. While some World weapons evolved into unique forms through upgrades, many remained visually similar. The image below illustrates this, showcasing the similarity between the final Aqua and Pukei-Pukei Sword and Shield, and the Bone and Jyuratodus Long Swords. These represent the most upgraded versions at launch.

Contrast this with the Rise weapons shown below. Their distinct designs confirm Tokuda's statement.

Monster Hunter Rise Weapons

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This information comes from a discussion surrounding Rise's new starting weapons and Hope series gear, including newly revealed concept art. Further details are available in an interview about the Oilwell Basin and its inhabitants, including the Apex monster, Nu Udra.

Monster Hunter Rise launches February 28th on PlayStation 5, Xbox Series X|S, and PC. For more, explore our exclusive 4K gameplay videos featuring Ajarakan and Rompopolo, our interview on the series' evolution, and details on the game's food system. Expect additional exclusives throughout January as part of IGN First!