Captured Monsters in Monster Hunter Wilds Will Eventually Leave, Players Find

While most players dive into Monster Hunter Wilds with the thrill of the hunt in mind, capturing monsters plays a crucial role in the game's ecosystem. As fans have noticed, capturing a monster and sticking around can lead to an amusing little scene unfolding right before their eyes.

Thanks to Reddit user RDGtheGreat, who shared their experience on the r/MonsterHunter subreddit, we've learned that if you linger after capturing a monster, you might witness a bit of behind-the-scenes magic. In this case, it's the captured monster getting up and wandering off, as if it's just another day at the office.

Fun fact: captured monsters just get up and leave within a minute of napping

After capturing a Nu Udra and waiting patiently, players watched as the giant cephalopod casually got up and left the scene. This has led to humorous comparisons to a film set wrapping up, adding a light-hearted touch to the game's atmosphere.

In terms of in-universe explanations, it seems the research team in Monster Hunter Wilds adopts a catch-and-release method, which aligns well with the game's narrative and the ethos of characters like Alma. It's a refreshing approach that emphasizes ecological respect over mere containment.

This delightful detail showcases Capcom's attention to the game's world-building. Instead of a simple fade-out, the developers crafted a unique animation where the monster, now missing several limbs and appendages, scuttles off into the distance. It's a quirky yet insightful glimpse into how Alma and her team conduct their research, adding depth to the game's lore.

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With the recent release of Patch 1.000.05.00 for Monster Hunter Wilds, several quest progression issues have been resolved, and bugs have been fixed. While performance enhancements are still in the pipeline, the game currently holds a 'mixed' rating on Steam.

To kickstart your journey in Monster Hunter Wilds, check out our guide on what Monster Hunter Wilds doesn’t tell you, and explore all 14 weapon types available in the game. We also have an ongoing Monster Hunter Wilds walkthrough, a comprehensive Monster Hunter Wilds multiplayer guide to help you team up with friends, and if you participated in one of the open betas, learn how to transfer your Monster Hunter Wilds Beta character.

IGN's Monster Hunter Wilds review awarded the game an 8/10, stating, "Monster Hunter Wilds continues to smooth off the rougher corners of the series in smart ways, making for some extremely fun fights but also lacking any real challenge."