Monster Hunter Wilds includes all 14 weapon types from the previous games, with some improvements and new mechanics. See if there are new weapon types and other new weapon mechanics below!

Are There New Weapon Types?

No New Weapon Types

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Great Sword	Long Sword
Sword & Shield	Dual Blades
Hammer	Hunting Horn
Lance	Gunlance
Switch Axe	Charge Blade
Insect Glaive	Light Bowgun
Heavy Bowgun	Bow

Monster Hunter Wilds does not introduce any new weapon types, instead focusing on refining the existing 14 weapon types. Each has been slightly adjusted to better suit the game’s unique monsters and environment.

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New Weapon Mechanics

Improved Gameplay for Existing Weapon Types

Each weapon type now features improved gameplay adjustments tailored for new Monsters and environments in Monster Hunter Wilds, with updates ranging from minor move additions for some weapon types to significant reworks, such as for the Hunting Horn.

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New Focus Mode Mechanic

The new Focus Mode mechanic allows hunters to zero in on monster wounds and weak spots. Each weapon type also has specialized moves that make the most of this mechanic, such as the Bow’s Focus Fire: Hailstorm, which targets multiple wounds with a flurry of arrows.

How to Use Focus Mode and Focus Strike

New Secondary Weapon System

Hunters can now equip a secondary weapon in their loadouts to switch to during hunts. This allows versatile loadouts, pairing short and long-range weapons, or adding support capabilities like the Hunting Horn or a weapon with a Status Ailment as a secondary to enhance your playstyle.

Best Secondary Weapons to Bring

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