Monster Hunter Wilds breaks down gender barriers, allowing players to equip any armor set regardless of their character's gender! This exciting news has sent ripples of joy through the community, particularly among "fashion hunters." Read on to discover fan reactions and how this change revolutionizes the game's aesthetic possibilities.

Monster Hunter Wilds: Gender-Locked Armor is History

Fashion Hunting Enters a New Era

For years, Monster Hunter players have longed for the freedom to wear any armor, regardless of gender. That dream is now a reality! Capcom's Gamescom Developer Stream confirmed that the upcoming Monster Hunter Wilds will eliminate gender-locked armor sets.

A Capcom developer, showcasing starting armors, confirmed the change: "In previous Monster Hunter games, male and female armor was separate. In Monster Hunter Wilds, that's no longer the case. All characters can wear any gear."

The Monster Hunter community erupted with excitement, especially among players focused on fashion. Reddit users celebrated with comments like "WE DEFEATED GENDER!" The previous system limited players to gender-specific designs, often resulting in missed opportunities to wear desired armor.

Imagine wanting that Rathian skirt as a male hunter, or sporting the Daimyo Hermitaur set as a female hunter—only to find it was unavailable. This restriction was particularly frustrating, as male armor often leaned towards bulkier designs, while female armor sometimes featured more revealing styles than some players preferred.

The limitations extended beyond aesthetics. Monster Hunter: World, for example, used a voucher system for gender changes, requiring paid purchases after the initial free voucher. This meant players wanting specific armor sets had to pay to change their character's gender or create a new save file.

While details are still pending, Wilds will likely retain the layered armor system of previous titles. This means players can combine their favorite looks without compromising stats. Combined with the removal of gender restrictions, this opens a vast world of customization options.

Beyond the armor change, Gamescom also unveiled two new monsters for the hunt: Lala Barina and Rey Dau. For more on Monster Hunter Wilds' new features and creatures, check out the related article below!