Monster Hunter Wilds: Best Weapons for Beginners

This guide helps new Monster Hunter Wilds players choose beginner-friendly weapons. While the game offers a suggestion, it's not always optimal. This guide provides five excellent starting weapons with explanations.

Beginner-Friendly Monster Hunter Wilds Weapons

Hammer

The hammer is ideal for newcomers due to its high damage output and simple controls. Its few combos (overhead smash, whirling hit, charged attack, and Big Bang) are easy to master. Even weaker hammer variants still deliver substantial damage, requiring minimal complex maneuvers.

Dual Blades

Dual blades offer a slightly steeper learning curve than the hammer but remain relatively straightforward. High mobility aids dodging and striking. Basic combos are complemented by Demon Mode, enabling powerful blade dance attacks. However, Demon Mode consumes stamina, so strategic use and stamina-boosting meals are crucial.

Sword and Shield

The sword and shield boasts a high skill ceiling but is accessible to beginners. The shield allows blocking without significant movement penalties, easily integrated into combat. While complex combos exist, basic attacks suffice for early hunts. Its key advantage is item usage without sheathing, a significant benefit for survival.

Light Bowgun

The Light Bowgun provides ranged combat, allowing observation of monster behavior while dealing damage. Unlimited basic ammo and special ammo options offer versatility. It's more manageable than the heavy bowgun and a safer alternative to melee weapons. Its utility extends beyond early game, serving as a valuable secondary weapon for applying status effects.

Long Sword

The Long Sword is the most challenging on this list, demanding precise timing and positioning for optimal combos. Basic attacks, including a hit-and-run move, are available. However, its true potential lies in spirit slash attacks, requiring meter buildup. Mastering these, particularly the powerful three-part aerial attack, takes practice but rewards skilled players.