Most players of Monster Hunter associate the game primarily with the thrill of hunting monsters, but capturing them plays a crucial role as well. In Monster Hunter Wilds, players have stumbled upon an amusing interaction that occurs when they capture a monster and linger nearby.
As shared by Reddit user RDGtheGreat on the r/MonsterHunter subreddit, sticking around after capturing a monster reveals a bit of behind-the-scenes magic. Specifically, the captured monster simply gets up and walks away after a brief nap.
Fun fact: captured monsters just get up and leave within a minute of napping
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After capturing a Nu Udra and waiting patiently, the giant cephalopod casually rises and departs, sparking humorous comparisons to a film set wrapping up. It's a light-hearted and enjoyable moment for players.
From an in-universe perspective, the reason behind this behavior could be tied to the research team's approach. Monster Hunter Wilds seems to adopt a catch-and-release method, which aligns with the ethos of Alma and the team throughout the game's narrative.
Regardless of the lore behind it, this interaction adds a delightful touch to the game. It's impressive that Capcom's developers considered this scenario and crafted a specific animation for it, rather than opting for a simple fade-out. Watching a monster, now missing several limbs and appendages, scuttle off into the distance may seem comical, but it enriches the player's understanding of how Alma and her crew conduct their research.
Patch 1.000.05.00 has recently been released for Monster Hunter Wilds, addressing issues with quest progression and fixing bugs. While performance improvements are still in the works, the game currently holds a 'mixed' rating on Steam.
To enhance your Monster Hunter Wilds experience, explore our guides on what Monster Hunter Wilds doesn’t tell you, all 14 weapon types, and our ongoing Monster Hunter Wilds walkthrough. We also offer a Monster Hunter Wilds multiplayer guide to help you play with friends, and instructions on how to transfer your Monster Hunter Wilds Beta character if you participated in the open betas.
IGN's review of Monster Hunter Wilds awarded it 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."
