Monster hunting is a demanding task that requires thorough preparation, and a key part of that is fueling up with a hearty meal. In *Monster Hunter Wilds*, you'll need to take the culinary reins into your own hands. Here's a detailed guide on how to cook and enjoy your meals, ensuring you're ready to tackle any beast that comes your way.
Cooking and Eating Meals in Monster Hunter Wilds
Unlike its predecessors, *Monster Hunter: World* and *Monster Hunter: Rise*, where you could rely on a helpful Palico NPC to prepare your meals, *Monster Hunter Wilds* requires you to cook your own food. Here are the two primary methods to whip up a meal:
- By cooking in your tent: When you embark on a new quest, take a moment to prepare. Head to your tent, navigate to the BBQ Menu using L1 or R1, and select the "Grill a Meal" option.
- By using the Portable BBQ Grill: Alternatively, you can access the Portable BBQ Grill from your inventory. Press the square button to use it and start cooking from there.
Which Meals to Cook?
Within the cooking menu, you have three meal options to choose from:
- Recommended Meals: These are straightforward and require just a Ration along with any additional ingredients you have. Cooking solely with Rations grants you a 30-minute buff with +50 Health, +150 Stamina, and +2 Attack. Adding other ingredients extends this duration by 20 minutes. This meal is a solid baseline for your hunting preparation.
- Custom Meals: For those looking to tailor their meals, the custom meal option is ideal. You can select one Ration (which could be meat, fish, or veggies), one ingredient, and your finishing touches. Different Rations provide various buffs such as increased attack, defense, or elemental resistances. Ingredients and finishing touches further enhance your meal, offering benefits like improved gathering or reduced damage taken.
- Favorite Meals: If you've found a meal combination that works well for you, you can save it as a favorite for quick access in future hunts.
Once you've chosen your meal, start cooking, and your Hunter will automatically enjoy the feast, setting you up for success in your hunt.
That's the scoop on cooking and eating meals in *Monster Hunter Wilds*. For more tips and in-depth information on the game, be sure to check out The Escapist.
