Capcom's Monster Hunter Wilds builds upon the success of Monster Hunter World, introducing a groundbreaking open-world experience to the series.

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A New Era of Hunting

Monster Hunter Wilds reimagines the iconic hunting grounds as a vibrant, interconnected world. In a Summer Game Fest interview, producer Ryozo Tsujimoto, executive director Kaname Fujioka, and director Yuya Tokuda detailed the game's revolutionary features, emphasizing seamless gameplay and a responsive environment.

Players once again assume the role of hunters, exploring uncharted territories filled with new creatures and resources. However, unlike previous installments, Wilds ditches the segmented zones for a truly open world, allowing for unrestricted exploration, hunting, and environmental interaction.

Fujioka stressed the importance of seamlessness: "Creating detailed, immersive ecosystems demanded a seamless world teeming with monsters freely huntable by players."

A Dynamic and Living World

The demo showcased diverse biomes, settlements, NPC hunters, and dynamic monster interactions. The absence of timers and a more freeform hunting experience were highlighted. Fujioka emphasized the significance of world interaction: "We focused on interactions like monster packs and their conflicts with hunters, incorporating 24-hour behavior patterns for a more dynamic world."

Real-time weather and fluctuating monster populations are also key features. Tokuda explained the technological advancements enabling this dynamic world: "Creating a massive, evolving ecosystem with more monsters and interactive characters was a significant challenge. Simultaneous environmental changes were previously impossible."

The success of Monster Hunter World provided invaluable lessons for Wilds' development. Tsujimoto highlighted the importance of a global approach: "Our global mindset for Monster Hunter World, including simultaneous worldwide release and extensive localization, helped us cater to veteran and new players alike."