"Captured Monsters in Monster Hunter Wilds Vanish Mysteriously"

Most people associate Monster Hunter with the thrill of hunting monsters, but capturing them is also a crucial aspect of the game. In Monster Hunter Wilds, players have stumbled upon a delightful interaction that unfolds when you capture a monster and stick around for a bit.

As showcased by Reddit user RDGtheGreat on the r/MonsterHunter subreddit, if you linger after capturing a monster, you'll witness some behind-the-scenes magic. The captured creature, in this case, a Nu Udra, will eventually rise and saunter off into the distance. It's a scene that has sparked humorous comparisons to the end of a film shoot, adding a light-hearted touch to the game.

Fun fact: captured monsters just get up and leave within a minute of napping
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The in-universe rationale for this behavior could be tied to the game's research team's methods. Without giant cages, Monster Hunter Wilds seems to embrace a catch-and-release approach, which aligns well with the ethos of Alma and the team throughout the story.

This amusing detail showcases the thoughtful design by Capcom's developers, who chose to include a special animation rather than a simple fade-out. It's particularly amusing to see a monster, now missing several limbs and appendages, scurrying away. This not only adds a humorous element but also provides a glimpse into how Alma and her crew conduct their research.

The latest patch, 1.000.05.00, has been released for Monster Hunter Wilds, addressing quest progression issues and fixing bugs. While performance improvements are still in the pipeline, the game currently holds a 'mixed' rating on Steam.

To enhance your Monster Hunter Wilds experience, check out our guide on what Monster Hunter Wilds doesn’t tell you, and explore all 14 weapon types available in the game. We're also working on a comprehensive Monster Hunter Wilds walkthrough, and have a Monster Hunter Wilds multiplayer guide to help you team up with friends. If you participated in the open betas, learn how to transfer your Monster Hunter Wilds Beta character to the full game.

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."