TheMonster Hunterseries hasn’t seen a new installment in quite some time, and Capcom has finally shed light on why that is. The next anticipated game in the series,Monster Hunter Wilds, is set for release next year. The last major title,Monster Hunter: World, came out in 2018.
A long wait for a sequel to such a popular series is unusual.So, why hasCapcom’snextMonster Huntertitle taken so long to release?
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According to the series’ art director, Kaname Fujioka, the reason behind the extended wait is tied to the success ofMonster Hunter: Worlditself.
Speaking toGame Developer(viaThe Gamer), Fujioka explained that the overwhelming popularity ofMonster Hunter: World,which sold over 25 million copies, has made the developers more mindful of the diverse skill levels and experiences of their audience:
“The more people came on board the series, the more we had to think about how we actually meet our users' needs when we start a new project.
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What Fujioka means is that as theMonster Hunterseries has grown in popularity, the developers now have to consider a wide range of factors to make the game appealing to a broader audience.
It’s a bit like the situation withGrand Theft Auto VI, which is taking a long time to develop. Rockstar has the enormous task of meeting the sky-high expectations of millions of fans.
Capcom faces a similar challenge.They need to ensure thatMonster Hunter Wildswill satisfy the series' millions of fans while also attracting new players. This kind of undertaking requires time and care.
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The good news is that the wait is almost over.
Monster Hunter Wildswill be released in 2025, and at Gamescom 2024, Capcom showcasedsome of the new creaturesthat will bein the game.
For those new to the series,deciding betweenMonster Hunter RiseandMonster Hunter: World might be tricky. If you opt forWorldon PC, be sure to explore the vast array ofmodded content availableto improve your experience.
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