The Monster Hunter franchise, renowned for its epic monster hunts, is shifting its focus. Capcom aims to highlight the series' core theme: the intricate relationship between hunters and the natural world. Discover the exciting developments planned for Monster Hunter Wilds!

Redefining the Hunter's Role: A Deeper Dive into Nature's Embrace

Monster Hunter Wilds (MH Wilds) will emphasize the interconnectedness of nature, humanity, and monsters. Capcom's development team is striving to showcase this theme prominently, enriching the player character's personality along the way. Game director Yuya Tokuda explains, "The relationship between people, nature, and monsters, and a hunter's role within this world... We wanted to illustrate this not just through gameplay, but with a deeply engaging story. We have many more plans aligned with the concept of MH Wilds, and we're confident this game successfully conveys our vision." (PC Gamer interview)

This enhanced narrative will feature expanded dialogue, allowing players to imbue their hunter characters with distinct personalities. Tokuda highlights the diverse perspectives within the game's world, citing the characters Nata and Olivia as examples of individuals with contrasting backgrounds and approaches to monster encounters. "Many people with different perspectives coexist. We wanted to show how a hunter would feel in such a world—their thoughts and feelings. Everyone is different, so we incorporated these elements into MH Wilds."

This represents a significant departure from the series' tradition of silent protagonists and limited dialogue choices. However, this narrative shift won't compromise the core gameplay.

Tokuda assures players, "Some may prefer to skip the dialogue and focus solely on hunting—that's perfectly fine. The amount of text won't affect the number of monsters, ensuring everyone's enjoyment." This is just the beginning; the director hints at future plans further exploring the central theme of the bond between humanity and nature.

For a deeper understanding of Monster Hunter's underlying themes and narrative, explore Game8's insightful article on the true essence of Monster Hunter.