I’ll Never Return To Monster Hunter Wilds If Capcom Doesn’t Fix The Worst Problem, & It’s Not Performance

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If Capcom fails to rectify the main issue I have with Monster Hunter Wilds, I might not play it again anymore – even though it has been plagued by ongoing performance issues, my concern lies within its content. The recently released title in the highly praised series, Wilds, transports players to a new area called the Forbidden Lands, which encompasses numerous ecosystems. In these environments, players can discover various types of beasts, ranging from returning monsters to an array of new ones exclusive to Monster Hunter Wilds. As with most games in this franchise, your objective is to eradicate hazards to the surrounding environment.

At its debut, the game garnered positive reviews and high scores from critics. However, it’s faced technical hurdles since day one, particularly concerning performance, which has significantly impacted PC gamers’ experience. Consequently, Steam users have largely given it a “mostly negative” rating. Fortunately, Monster Hunter Wilds has recently rolled out an update to rectify several key problems, enhancing the gaming experience for PC users. Nevertheless, there remains a persistent issue with the game’s content that doesn’t seem to be resolved yet.

Monster Hunter Wilds Desperately Needs An Elder Dragons Update

Elder Dragons Have Been Present Abundantly In Rise & World

One major criticism I have regarding the content of “Wilds” is that it lacks the iconic Elder Dragons, which are the most challenging and high-tier monsters featured in the game series, especially prominent in recent years. Unfortunately, players who began their journey with “Monster Hunter Wilds” haven’t encountered any Elder Dragons because there simply aren’t any present. While this omission allows for the introduction of new creatures, it may be disappointing to some fans who were hoping to battle these legendary beings.

Yet, the lack of Elder Dragons in the game also means missing out on a significant amount of hurdles that hunters typically encounter. While there are certainly challenges within the wilds, with numerous tough battles against common creatures and their different versions like Tempered, Arch-Tempered, Frenzied, and Apex monsters, Elder Dragons stand in a league of their own. I strongly feel that incorporating Elder Dragons into Monster Hunter Wilds would significantly enhance the game’s content, making it more engaging and potentially retaining players as effectively as Rise or World.

Monster Hunter Wilds’ Absence Of Elder Dragons Negatively Impacts Its Challenge Level

The Game Replaced Elder Dragons For Apex Monsters, But It’s Not The Same

The primary distinction between various types of monsters and Elder Dragons lies in the level of challenge they present. Typically, Elder Dragons are significantly larger than ordinary creatures and are far more difficult to overcome. They are stronger, possess more intricate movesets, and can inflict immense damage on hunters. Although Apex variation monsters were introduced in the Wilds as a sort of compensation for the absence of Elder Dragons, they still fail to match up to the challenge that Elder Dragons present.

In summary, Apex monsters are harder versions of creatures you’ve previously defeated, providing a challenge, whereas Elder Dragons offer an impression of battling legendary, undefeated creatures. These Elder Dragon fights stand out and the hunts for these monsters often become fan favorites within the series. For instance, the Nergigante from Monster Hunter World would make a great addition to Wilds.

In the last two releases, Elder Dragons have been prevalent, with a high number appearing in both “World” and “Rise”. Consequently, some parts of those games became challenging for beginners. However, rather than lessening some top-tier content from “Monster Hunter Wilds”, the approach to familiarize newcomers with gameplay should be by retaining what veterans are accustomed to, while allowing novices to navigate the learning curve. This is where Apex monster fights could provide assistance.

If Capcom Ignores Elder Dragons In Monster Hunter Wilds, The Game May Be Beyond Salvation

Elder Dragons Shouldn’t Be Locked Behind A Paid DLC

There’s still a chance for Capcom to win back players by introducing Elder Dragons, whether they are familiar faces or entirely new creatures. While the game has already incorporated some content updates with monsters like Lagiacrus and Mizutsune, none of these have been Elder Dragons. Towards the end of July, Arch-Tempered Uth Duna will enter the game, but as before, this is not an Elder Dragon. In late September, a new title update will be released for the game, and fans are hoping that this addition will finally bring an Elder Dragon to Monster Hunter World.

There’s a rumor that Capcom may be saving Elder Dragons to release them as part of a future DLC for Wilds, but this isn’t an ideal situation. A DLC would likely require payment, whereas the Elder Dragons should be accessible to all players within the main game through free updates. I’m finding it hard to maintain my excitement for Monster Hunter Wilds if it doesn’t bring Elder Dragons soon, as it currently lags behind World and Rise in my personal rankings.

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2025-07-04 18:27