Captured Monsters in Monster Hunter Wilds Will Exit Stage Left

Most players associate Monster Hunter with the thrill of the hunt, but capturing monsters is equally significant in the game. In Monster Hunter Wilds, players have stumbled upon a humorous interaction that occurs when they linger near a captured monster.

As highlighted by Reddit user RDGtheGreat on the r/MonsterHunter subreddit, staying close to a captured monster reveals a charming behind-the-scenes moment: the monster simply gets up and wanders off after a short nap. This amusing scene was captured after a player subdued a Nu Udra, leading to light-hearted comparisons to a film set wrapping up.

Fun fact: captured monsters just get up and leave within a minute of napping
byu/RDGtheGreat inMonsterHunter

For those intrigued by the in-game lore, it's worth noting that the research team in Monster Hunter Wilds doesn't use giant cages. Instead, the game adopts a catch-and-release approach, which aligns well with the ethos of Alma and the research crew throughout the story.

This quirky interaction is more than just a fun moment; it showcases the attention to detail by Capcom's developers. Instead of a simple fade-out, they've included a unique animation where the monster, despite missing some limbs and appendages, scurries off into the distance. It's a whimsical touch that might also hint at the methods used by Alma and her team in their research endeavors.

Patch 1.000.05.00 has recently been released for Monster Hunter Wilds, addressing quest progression issues and various bugs. While performance enhancements are still in the pipeline, the game currently holds a 'mixed' rating on Steam.

To enhance your experience in Monster Hunter Wilds, check out our guide on what Monster Hunter Wilds doesn’t tell you, and explore all 14 weapon types available in the game. For a comprehensive journey, our Monster Hunter Wilds walkthrough is continually updated, and our Monster Hunter Wilds multiplayer guide will help you enjoy the game with friends. If you participated in the open betas, learn how to transfer your Monster Hunter Wilds Beta character.

IGN's Monster Hunter Wilds review awarded it an 8/10, praising the game for refining the series' mechanics in innovative ways: “Monster Hunter Wilds continues to smooth off the rougher corners of the series in smart ways, making for some extremely fun fights but also lacking any real challenge.”