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The Forbidden Lands ofMonster Hunter Wildsis a dangerous and volatile ecosystem.
Monster Hunter Wilds is launching in 2025 for PC, Xbox Series X|S, and PlayStation 5.
Prepare for battle by mastering the 14 weapon types of Monster Hunter Wilds
Once the wounds appear, you might inflict extra damage on a monster if you attack their open wounds.
In addition, Focus Mode will grant every weapon punch in called a Focus Strike.
Offset Attacks are unique sequences that occur where you and a monster attack each other at the same time.
A Sword & Shield winning a Power Clash against a Chatacabra.
If you get lucky, your attack will beat out theirs and push the monster back.
Afterward, your character will then perform a unique dash attack to end the distance and continue their assault.
(Do note that only a few certain weapon types can perform Offset Attacks).
A Sword & Shield winning a Power Clash against a Chatacabra.
The Long Sword has a unique gimmick called Spirit Gauge that fills up when you perform regular attacks.
Attacking in Demon Mode fills a special gauge that, when filled, activates Archdemon Mode.
Being in Archdemon Mode grants you some of the attacks of Demon Mode without draining your stamina gauge.
Some Hunting Horn songs can even damage enemies via deafening soundwave attacks.
Whenever you deal damage in its sword form, the Switch Axe builds up a secondary gauge meter.
Hunt the vicious beasts of the Forbidden Lands alone or with your friends in 4-player online co-op.
