Tier cunning to the best weapons

Citing the best weapons from Monster Hunter Wilds is not easy, but with our animal List you will soon know which of the 14 weapons you should focus on when you go hunting.

Update, March 03, 2025: The article is just checked and revised promptly because an observation of the editorial team could overturn a lot. We observe the current meta every day and adapt the list if something should have changed.

Which are the best weapons? We list all 14 weapon types in a table for a quick overview and place it in our animal cunning from level s (the best) to stage C (you should ignore). In our ranking, these are the top candidates for your Loadout:

Step name of the weaponBullLong sword, sheet, double blades, rifle lanceA-animalLarge sword, heavy archery, energy blade, hunting hornB-TierMorph-Axt, light arch rifle, sword and shield, hammerC-TierInsect gleve, lance

The list only shows a snapshot based on the first impressions of the release version. The article is regularly updated in relation to nerfs and new strategies.

At our ranking we rely on the opinions of the fans and our experiences on the battlefield. We now go into detail about the weapons of the S-Anim, explain to you why they are so good and why you should use them.

Note from the editorial team: An observation of the editorial team could promptly lead to the ranking of the weapon type shield and sword significantly improve and the weapon is moved to the S-Tier if it is not a bug.

If you have any suggestions for ranking or a desire for improvement, you are welcome to communicate this in the comments. With our directory you can quickly jump to the individual weapons:

Rifle lance: good in near and ranged combat

Monster Hunter Wilds: This is how fighting with the rifle lance look

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Is the weapon beginner -friendly? No.

Can you block? Yes.

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  • Kombos share great damage
  • Has close and ranged attacks
  • High damage output, through fluent combos
  • Can block attacks by Monster
  • Contra

  • Large explosions leave you unprotected
  • Managment of ammunition
  • Inexperienced hunters will have difficulties in leadership
  • Bow: Best weapon for ranged combat

    Monster Hunter Wilds: Capcom shows new skills for the bow

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    Is the weapon beginner -friendly? No.

    Can you block? No.

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  • Strong attacks for long-distance and close combat
  • High mobility
  • Luminaire pour arrows ensure target tracking in successive arrows
  • Security by removing the monster
  • Contra

  • Attacks must be charged
  • Users should know monsters attack patterns in order to be able to perform attacks optimally
  • Can’t block attacks
  • Double blades: best weapon for fast combos

    Monster Hunter Wilds: Trailer for the Action-RPG shows the double blades

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    Is the weapon beginner -friendly? Yes.

    Can you block? No.

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  • Fast attack pattern
  • Creates wounds quickly
  • Fast alternative options that even cause damage
  • Best benefits from the perfect evading
  • Contra

  • Short range
  • Forces you to combat
  • High endurance loss due to the demon mode
  • Long sword: Agile major sword for strong attacks

    Monster Hunter Wilds: Capcom shows the long sword in action

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    Is the weapon beginner -friendly? Yes.

    Can you block? No.

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  • Focus mode let you attack the weak points with stab attacks
  • Attacks become stronger the more often your monster attacks
  • High mobility
  • Kombos share great damage
  • Contra

  • Can’t block attacks
  • Has long attack patterns
  • Forces you to combat
  • These were all weapons that are currently considered the best copies in Monster Hunter Wilds. What weapons did you use in the beta and do you find our selection suitable? Let us find out your opinion in the comments and discuss with other hunters. You can find more about Monster Hunter Wilds here: Monster Hunter Wilds: All monsters in the list currently known

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