Captured Monsters in Monster Hunter Wilds Vanish Mysteriously

Most players think of Monster Hunter as a game centered around hunting monsters, but capturing them is equally important. In Monster Hunter Wilds, players have stumbled upon a humorous interaction that occurs when they capture a monster and stick around to watch.

As shared by Reddit user RDGtheGreat on the r/MonsterHunter subreddit, if you linger after capturing a monster, you'll witness some behind-the-scenes magic. Specifically, the monster will simply get up and walk away.

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, the giant cephalopod casually rises and departs. This has led to amusing comparisons to a movie set wrapping up, adding a light-hearted touch to the game.

For those curious about the in-game lore behind this phenomenon, it's clear that the research team doesn't use giant cages. Monster Hunter Wilds seems to adopt a catch-and-release method, which aligns well with the ethos of Alma and the team throughout the narrative.

Regardless of the lore, this interaction adds a fun element to the game. It's commendable that Capcom's developers went the extra mile to include a unique animation rather than a simple fade-out. The sight of a monster, now missing several limbs, scurrying off into the distance is indeed amusing. This detail not only adds humor but also provides insight into how Alma and her crew conduct their research.

Patch 1.000.05.00 has recently been released for Monster Hunter Wilds, addressing quest progression issues and fixing bugs. Although performance improvements are still in progress, the game currently holds a 'mixed' rating on Steam.

To enhance your experience with Monster Hunter Wilds, check out our guide on what the game doesn't explicitly tell you, and explore all 14 weapon types available. We also have an ongoing detailed walkthrough, a multiplayer guide to help you play with friends, and instructions on how to transfer your character from the open beta.

IGN's review of Monster Hunter Wilds gave it an 8/10, noting, "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."