Capcom's Monster Hunter Wilds introduces a new character customization feature allowing players to edit their hunter and Palico appearances. The first edit is free, but subsequent changes require purchasing Character Edit Vouchers. These vouchers are sold in packs of three for $6, or a combined pack for both characters for $10. Without vouchers, players are limited to hairstyles, eyebrow color, makeup, and clothing; core facial features remain unchanged.

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This monetization method wasn't revealed in pre-release previews and was announced last week via Capcom's social media. Despite controversy surrounding microtransactions and reported performance issues, Monster Hunter Wilds achieved record-breaking success, boasting over 1.3 million concurrent players on Steam at launch.

Capcom has yet to respond to player feedback regarding this paid customization. The community expresses significant dissatisfaction, drawing unfavorable comparisons to previous titles where appearance changes were free or earned through in-game currency. Many fans feel this paid model undermines a core aspect of the franchise.