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MH Wilds - How to Perform Sneak Attacks
Sneak attacks let you get the first hit before combat starts in Monster Hunter Wilds. Check out how to perform a sneak attack, as well as ways to stays hidden from monsters.

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How to Sneak Attack Monsters

Approach While They Haven't Noticed You

Sneak Attack Button
F Button
PC		 XBOX - B Button.png
XBOX		 PS4 - Circle Button.png
PS5

To perform a sneak attack, you'll need to approach a monster and use the sneak attack button while it hasn't noticed you. Make sure that you're hidden before getting close to the monster to ensure you get a sneak attack off.

Keep in mind that sneak attacks have a 5 minute cooldown before you can start doing it again on unaware monsters so try to use your Ghillie Mantle when the cooldown is finished.

No Need to Move Slow

If you're approaching a monster, you don't need to move slowly to perform a sneak attack. As long as you're approaching from behind or from a blind spot, the sneak attack will be successful.

Sneak Again When Undetected

If you fast travel to another location and want to sneak up again, simply approach the monster, and you should be able to do so. If not, wait at least 5 minutes to remove yourself from its radar.

How to Fast Travel

Only Works on Sheathed Weapons

Sneak attacks won't work if your weapon is unsheathed. To perform one, make sure to sheathe your weapon first.

How to Sneak Past Monsters

Use a Ghillie Mantle

MH Wilds - Ghillie Mantle
Another way to hide from monsters is by using the Ghillie Mantle from your item menu. This is a cloak that prevents monsters from seeing you for a short time or until you attack or take damage.

How to Use Ghillie Mantle

Hide in a Bush

MH Wilds - Bush
While you're out exploring, you'll come across tall grass that you can hide inside. As long as you're not engaged in combat, you can crouch in these to avoid detection from monsters.

Best Sneak Attack Combo

Long Sword Combo

PC
PS5
Xbox
Combo Input
F Button (Sneak Attack) →R Button (Charge) →R Button (Release) →R Button + Space Button (Special Sheath) →Mouse Left Button (Iai Slash)
Combo Input
PS4 - Circle Button.png (Sneak Attack) →PS4 - R2 Button (Charge) →PS4 - R2 Button (Release) →PS4 - R2 Button + PS4 - X Button (Special Sheath) →PS4 - R2 Button (Iai Slash)
Combo Input-
XBOX - B Button.png (Sneak Attack) →XBOX - Right Trigger (Charge) →XBOX - Right Trigger (Release) →XBOX - Right Trigger + XBOX - A Button (Special Sheath) →XBOX - Right Trigger (Iai Slash)

This combo takes advantage of the gap to charge the Spirit Gauge and perform an attack, followed by a special sheathe to finish with an Iai Slash.

Make sure to charge after pressing the sneak attack button to avoid accidentally hitting the monster with a random slash

Long Sword Weapon Guide and Best Combos

What is a Sneak Attack?

Surprise Attack That Deals Extra Damage

MH Wilds - Sneak Attack Damage
A sneak attack is a special move that does extra damage to the monster. However, this can only be used if the monster hasn't notcied you yet and you haven't engaged in combat.

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