Monster Hunter Wilds Introduces a Game-Changing Setting for Simplified Combat

Monster Hunter Wilds isn’t the easiest game to dive into, especially when it comes to mastering combat, particularly for newcomers. Imagine wielding a weapon that almost requires the skill of a seasoned fighting game enthusiast to recall each move. Add to that a collection of items whose purposes extend beyond simple health boosts and a monster dead set on taking you down. It’s a lot to juggle without tying your fingers in knots, but there’s a nifty feature that can simplify the combat experience considerably.

Enter Focus mode, an essential tool in Monster Hunter Wilds. When you press the left trigger on a controller (or the alt key on a PC), Focus mode springs to life, highlighting bright orange slashes on your monstrous foe. Targeting these areas amplifies your attack power and rewards you with extra monster parts for crafting—talk about a win-win situation!

However, as you progress and the battles grow increasingly fierce, holding down a button while sidestepping a creature’s attacks becomes a real hassle. Luckily, there’s a solution that lets you switch Focus mode on and off with ease, like flicking a light switch, freeing up a finger you can use elsewhere. Once I discovered this toggle feature, my dual blades gameplay improved dramatically. If you’re using ranged weapons, though, you might find this tip less impactful.

Here’s how you can activate the toggle function for Focus mode in the Monster Hunter Wilds options menu.

I’d also advise tweaking the camera sensitivity while in Focus mode to ensure you’re not bogged down. Here’s a way to adjust that.

With this setup, you tap the Focus mode button to engage it at the start of your assault and keep it active until you need to retreat. Some weapons, like the insect glaive, even guide you closer to your target when Focus mode is switched on, helping you land more hits with precision.

Now, with this game-changing insight at your disposal, you’re primed to take on those monsters with renewed vigor!