Mastering Solo Hunts in Monster Hunter Wilds: Top Weapon Choices

This guide highlights five exceptional weapons ideal for solo players in Monster Hunter Wilds, offering versatility and power without relying on teammates. Each weapon excels in different areas, allowing you to choose the best fit for your playstyle.

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Best Monster Hunter Wilds Weapons for Solo Play

Switch Axe

The Switch Axe demands skill and strategy, but rewards players with devastating power. Its versatility surpasses the Charge Blade, boasting potent axe and sword combos. The axe form unleashes powerful, sustained attacks, while the sword form offers intricate combos, including burst attacks and high-damage chains.

Hammer

A top choice for beginners and solo players alike, the Hammer delivers unparalleled raw damage. Its high damage output allows for effective ailment application (sleep, paralysis) while still maintaining significant offensive power. The Hammer excels at breaking weak points, knocking down monsters, and creating wounds for increased material yield.

Great Sword

The Great Sword is a powerhouse of focused destruction. While its slow movement restricts mobility, its powerful attacks and guarding capabilities make it a formidable solo weapon. The multi-stage charged attack, requiring precise timing, delivers massive damage, even at lower charge levels.

Lance

The Lance in Monster Hunter Wilds is significantly improved, offering more than just defense. It boasts the game's strongest guard, powerful thrust attacks, and enhanced combo potential. New features like stamina-based continuous guarding and a ramming attack add to its defensive and offensive capabilities. While damage output may be lower than some weapons, its defensive prowess makes it ideal for challenging hunts.

Heavy Bowgun

The Heavy Bowgun outshines its lighter counterpart in solo play due to its superior damage, increased ammo capacity, and a powerful burst mode (despite its cooldown). Its versatility shines through its compatibility with various ammo types, including standard, piercing, and status-effect rounds. Its ranged capabilities provide a significant advantage in solo hunts.