In Monster Hunter Wilds, Every Weapon Has Its Own Unique Design - IGN First

It's no secret that Monster Hunter: World's weapon designs weren't universally loved. Many fans questioned whether Monster Hunter Rise would suffer the same fate. While initial glimpses of Rise's weapons offered limited insight, Director Yuya Tokuda has now clarified the design philosophy.

Regarding the Hope series armor and weapons, Tokuda stated: "Incidentally, weapon designs in Monster Hunter: World generally retained a certain form, but they featured a customized appearance based on which monster materials were used. However, in Rise, each weapon has its own unique design."

Monster Hunter Rise Weapons

19 ImagesThis detail emerged during discussions about Rise's new approach to starting weapons and the Hope series gear, featuring brand-new concept art. Don't miss our exclusive coverage! We also have an in-depth interview about the Oilwell Basin and its inhabitants, including the Apex monster, Nu Udra (The Black Flame).

Monster Hunter Rise launches on PlayStation 5, Xbox Series X|S, and PC on February 28th. Check out our exclusive 4K gameplay videos featuring hunts of Ajarakan and Rompopolo, our interview with the development team on the evolution of the series, and details on the game's food system. Look for more exclusive content throughout January as part of IGN First!