Monster Hunter Wilds, one of the biggest elephant on the room, generating significant buzz following its latest trailer reveal during the Summer Game Fest.
Yes, you watched it, you heard it.
This is the first time you have witnessed a Monster Hunter title with a cross-play feature between consoles and PC.
Finally, Cross-Play Confirmed for Monster Hunter Wilds
Capcom has officially confirmed that Monster Hunter Wilds will support cross-play across multiple platforms, including PC, Xbox Series X/S, and PlayStation 5. This announcement is a game-changer for the Monster Hunter community, as it allows players to join forces and hunt formidable creatures regardless of their preferred gaming platform. The cross-play feature ensures that friends can connect, team up, and enjoy the game together, enhancing the overall multiplayer experience.
With cross-play enabled, players from different platforms can easily matchmake and collaborate on hunts. This means that a hunter on a PlayStation 5 can team up with another on an Xbox Series X or a PC. The ability to form cross-platform hunting parties is expected to create a more vibrant and diverse player base, leading to faster matchmaking times and more dynamic multiplayer sessions.
Additionally, the cross-play feature includes the option to disable it if players prefer to hunt exclusively with others on the same platform. This flexibility caters to all preferences, ensuring an inclusive gaming environment.
But Not a Cross-Progression
While the cross-play announcement has been met with enthusiasm, the news regarding cross-save functionality has been less positive. Capcom has confirmed that cross-save will not be supported in Monster Hunter Wilds. This decision means that players’ save data, including game progress and paid DLC, will be managed separately on each platform. Consequently, it will “not be possible” to transfer save data between platforms.
The absence of cross-save functionality may be disappointing for players who own multiple gaming systems or who wish to switch platforms without losing their progress. However, Capcom’s decision appears to be based on technical constraints and the complexities involved in synchronizing save data across different ecosystems.
Despite this setback, the simultaneous release of Monster Hunter Wilds on PlayStation 5, Xbox Series X/S, and PC mitigates some of the inconvenience. Unlike previous titles such as Monster Hunter World and Monster Hunter Rise, which had staggered releases, players will have access to the game on all major platforms from day one.
Yeah, no platforms are left behind.
New Features and Gameplay Mechanics in Monster Hunter Wilds
Monster Hunter Wilds promises to introduce several new features and gameplay mechanics that will enhance the hunting experience.
One of the most intriguing additions is the introduction of Seikrets, new mounts that players can use to traverse the expansive game world. These mounts are designed to offer faster and more efficient movement, allowing hunters to quickly reach their targets or escape from dangerous situations. The Seikrets are expected to bring a fresh dynamic to the game’s exploration and combat systems.
Capcom has also revealed that Monster Hunter Wilds will feature more interactive and chatty cutscenes. These narrative elements aim to provide a deeper and more immersive storytelling experience. While some may find the increased dialogue a departure from the series’ traditionally minimalistic storytelling approach, it could add a new layer of depth to character development and plot progression.
Monster Hunter Wilds was first unveiled during last year’s The Game Awards, with a tentative release date set for 2025. As the release date approaches, Capcom is expected to share more detailed information about the game, including additional gameplay mechanics, monster designs, and post-launch content plans.
Arya Kamandanu