This guide helps new Monster Hunter Wilds players choose beginner-friendly weapons. While the game offers suggestions, these aren't always optimal for newcomers. This guide provides five straightforward options with explanations.
Beginner-Friendly Monster Hunter Wilds Weapons
Hammer
The hammer is ideal for beginners due to its high damage output and simple combo system. Its core moves—an overhead smash, a spinning hit, a charged attack, and a powerful "Big Bang" finisher—are easy to master. Even weaker hammer variations still deliver significant damage without complex inputs.
Dual Blades
Dual blades also boast a user-friendly combo system, offering more dynamism than the hammer. High mobility aids dodging and striking. "Demon Mode" enhances damage but consumes stamina; strategic use and stamina-boosting meals are crucial.
Sword and Shield
The sword and shield offers versatility and a high skill ceiling. The shield allows blocking without significant movement penalties, easily integrated into combat. While complex combos exist, basic attacks suffice for early hunts. The key advantage is item use without sheathing, a significant benefit for survival.
Light Bowgun
The Light Bowgun provides ranged combat, allowing observation and strategic attacks. It features unlimited basic ammo and special ammo types. More time-consuming than melee weapons, it's safer and helpful for learning monster behaviors. Its utility as a secondary weapon persists even after mastering other weapons due to its ease of applying status effects and exploiting weaknesses.
Long Sword
The Long Sword is the most complex option. Effective use requires precise timing and positioning. Basic attacks exist, including a hit-and-run move and a quick sheathe skill. Power comes from "Spirit Slash" attacks, requiring meter buildup. Mastering its powerful, multi-part attacks demands practice.
