The reviews for Monster Hunter Wilds have begun to surface ahead of its February 27 release, and they present a mixed bag of opinions. While many critiques describe it as the most accessible entry in the franchise, they also suggest that some essential qualities might have been lost in this attempt to simplify the gameplay.
General Reception
Monster Hunter Wilds is positioned to potentially achieve a high score on both Metacritic and OpenCritic, hovering close to 90%. However, some reviewers express concern that it may be overly simplified, straying from the complexity that fans have come to appreciate in previous installments.
Scores Overview:
- Metacritic: 88% (PC) – “Universal acclaim.”
- OpenCritic: 89%
- PC Gamer: 85% – “Hitting dinosaurs with hammers never felt so good.”
- TechRadar: 4.5/5 – “A mighty evolution that ushers in a new era for the Monster Hunter series.”
- VGC: 5/5 – “The sequel to Capcom’s best-selling game is mightier in every way.”
- IGN: 8/10 – “Continues to smooth off rough edges but lacks challenges.”
Critical Consensus
The overall consensus indicates that Wilds serves as the most beginner-friendly entry in the series while incorporating improvements that appeal to veterans as well. Some reviewers have pointed out that, despite its nuanced systems, it might have eroded critical hunting mechanics, leaving seasoned players craving the depth of prior games.
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“Monster Hunter Wilds remains an incredible action RPG, albeit slightly blunted by recurring snags and a few confusing features…”
Translation: Monster Hunter Wilds is a great action RPG but has minor issues.
As anticipation builds for its official launch, all eyes remain on how well Monster Hunter Wilds will perform within the franchise and whether it can dethrone its predecessor, Monster Hunter World, as the bestseller.
