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Offline Mode and How to Play Offline

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Monster Hunter Wilds - Can You Play Offline

Offline Mode is a supported feature in Monster Hunter Wilds. Learn more about solo offline play and all inaccessible features in Offline Mode.

Can You Play Monster Hunter Wilds Offline?

Offline Mode is Supported

Offline Mode is a supported feature in Monster Hunter Wilds, allowing players without internet access to continue playing the game with no issues.

However, playing offline means you may miss out on updates, news, and access to multiplayer modes!

New Gameplay Features and Mechanics

Online Play Optional for Consoles

Offline Mode is accessible on all platforms. Regardless of your console, you'll be able to play solo without an internet connection.

Available Platforms and Consoles Guide

Solo Play is Possible

While you may want to go offline to play solo, it is actually possible to play solo even while online. You can play the game by choosing the Online Single Player on the lobby menu. This will allow you to experience the game fully alone even while playing online.

Support Hunters Available for Offline Players

For those who wish not to play with other players online but still want to experience hunting monsters with multiple people, NPC Support Hunters are available to use even during solo sessions.

These computer-controlled hunters will fight alongside the player during quests, and their behavior can be tweaked in the game's options.

How to Bring Support Hunters in Quests

How to Play Offline

Start Online Single Player Lobby

If you want to play solo without going offline, you can start an Online Single Player Lobby instead. This allows you to still enjoy online features such as purchasing DLC directly from the support desk or receiving the latest news and updates without interruption from other players.

You can set up Online Single Player Lobbies in the title menu, or if you're already in-game, you can speak to Alma instead.

Alma (Handler) Location

Disconnect from the Internet

You can also completely disconnect from the internet to play offline. However, for future updates, such as the incoming Title Update 1, you'll need to reconnect and download it to stay up to date with most players.

All Inaccessible Features in Offline Mode

Beta Test Character

Retrieve Beta Test Data
Unfortunately, playing or starting a game in offline mode will not allow you to transfer your Beta Test character. If you want to retrieve your beta character, make sure to play online.

In addition to this, you will also not be able to upload or download character designs. You'll have to manually adjust sliders instead.

Beta Character Data Transfer Guide

Multiplayer Mode

Open World Multiplayer
All multiplayer features are only accessible online. This means you cannot access multiplayer modes, such as the link party, offline on any platform.

Multiplayer Guide: How to Play Co-Op

Support Desk Features

Support Desk
Most support desk features will also be unavailable in Offline Mode, specifically access to the latest news and all downloadable content.

Patch Notes and Updates

SOS Flare

SOS Flare Help

You'll also be unable to invite online players using the SOS Flare feature. Activating it will only summon Support Hunters or NPCs.

How to Use the SOS Flare

Benefits of Playing Solo

Proceed at your Own Pace

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One of the biggest benefits of playing solo is the freedom to play the game at your own pace. You can stop hunting monsters midway to gather ingredients or even just walk around to enjoy the giant environment the game has to offer.

You can also roam and look for ideal popup camp spots to increase your safety havens.

How to Set Up Pop-up Camps and Best Locations

Pause the Game

Another big benefit that solo play can offer is the pause feature. Pausing is impossible to do in online play as it will disrupt the other player's hunt but playing solo will allow you to use this anytime. This is perfect if you need to do other stuff outside the game for a short moment.

How to Pause the Game

Easily Call Other Hunters if Needed

While you're playing solo, you may encounter monsters that may be too difficult for your. Regardless, you can still use the SoS Flare to call other hunters to aid you in the hunt. And even if no other players join the hunt, Support Hunters will still come to your aid and help you take down your target.

How to Use the SOS Flare

Monster Hunter Wilds Related News

News and Game Info

News and Game Info

Title Updates

Update Release Date Information
Title Update 1
Ver 1.01
April 3*, 2025 Mizutsune
8★ HR Zoh Shia
Grand Hub
Arena and Challenge Quests
Free & Paid Cosmetic DLC
Change Alma's Outfit
April 22*, 2025 Festival of Accord: Blossomdance
April 29*, 2025 Arch-Tempered Rey Dau
・Gamma Armor Sets
May 7*, 2025 Free Challenge Quests
Version 1.011
Patch Notes
May 27*, 2025 Street Fighter 6 Collaboration
・Endemic Life List
・8-Star Monsters
Title Update 2
Ver 1.02
June 30, 2025 Lagiacrus
Seregios
Layered Weapons
July 22*, 2025 Festival of Accord: Flamefete
Arch-tempered Uth Duna
August 26*, 2025 Fender Special Collaboration
Version 1.021
Ver 1.021.01
Ver 1.021.02
August 12*, 2025 Weapon Balance Adjustments
9 Star Monsters and Investigations
RNG Appraised Talismans
Title Update 3
Patch Notes
September 29, 2025 Omega Planetes
Final Fantasy XIV Collab
Festival of Accord: Dreamspell
Arch-Tempered Nu Udra
Layered Armor Loadout to Equipment Loadout Linking
More 9-Star Hunts
Title Update 4 December 2025 Gogmazios
Artian Weapon Improvements / Expanded End-game Content
Festival of Accord Seasonal Event
PC Performance Improvements and Optimizations

*Expected dates for US time zones; releases for European and Asian time zones will come the following day.

Latest Patch Notes

Update 1.030.01.00
October 1, 2025
・Fixed an issue that caused some skill effects to be lost when drawing enmity from Omega Planetes.
・Fixed an issue where performing a mounted attack on Omega Planetes could prevent quest progress.
・Fixed an issue where Lagiacrus could appear in the Wounded Hollow regardless of story progression.
・Fixed an issue where Omega Planetes' Rocket Punch animation would sometimes remain on screen.
・Fixed an issue where Cactuar could appear in the Filter Icons list even when not present.
・Fixed an issue where coatings would sometimes fail to apply when attempting to apply them while charging with the bow.
Update 1.030.00.00
September 29, 2025
・Added Omega Planetes as part of the FF14 collab.
・Added new equipment and skills.
・Added new pendants, stickers, and gestures.
・Added new Seikret decorations.
・Added new Support Hunter who wields a Hunting Horn, Kai.
・Added new pop-up camp gear options.
Update 1.021.03.00 Update 1.021.02.00
Update 1.021.01.00 Update 1.020.02.00
Update 1.020.01.00 Update 1.020.00.00
▶︎ All Patch Notes and Updates

Events & Collaborations

Always Available
Street Fighter 6 Collab CAPCOM ID Registration Bonus

Game Information

Available Platforms Price and Editions
Is It Crossplay? Game Length
Offline Mode Server Status
PC Requirements Benchmark Tool
Best PC for Wilds How to Increase FPS
PS5 Performance Should You Buy PS5 Pro?
Xbox Series S Performance Is It Steam Deck Verified?
Is It on Game Pass? Product Codes
Resolution or Framerate Difficulty Explained
Server Maintenance Schedule How to Play Early With New Zealand Trick
Is There New Game Plus? Are Mods Bannable?
Is There an Optimization Patch? -

Pre-Release News and FAQ

Release Time and Countdown Preorder Bonuses and How to Claim
Preload Date and Time New Gameplay Features and Mechanics
Open Beta 1
Open Beta 2
Open Beta Save File Bonuses
Differences from Monster Hunter World Monster Hunter World Save Data Rewards
Does It Have PVP? New Weapon Types?
Are There Elder Dragons? Is There Romance?
Are There Classes? Open World?

Bugs and Error Codes

All Bugs and Error Codes
C1152-TMT-TD72
(PlayStation Error)
EA_19e15
(Communication Error)
R1187
(OBT Error)
CSE-00200-0-0
(Char. Creation Bug)
C1061-0-0
(Xbox Error)
Benchmark Tool Crash
(PC Error)
Gray Play Button
(Steam Error)
88500020
(Steam Error)
Anti-Tamper Error
(Steam Error)
Steam Errors
and How to Fix
How to Fix Crashing on Quest Start Error EW_30d43
(Connectivity Error)

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