Monster Hunter Wilds Players Long For a Key Feature Missing from World

Fans of Monster Hunter Wilds are buzzing with excitement, eager to see if some beloved features from Astera in Monster Hunter: World will make a comeback in Capcom’s latest action RPG, Monster Hunter Wilds. Garnering immense popularity, the game has already cemented its place as Capcom’s fastest-selling title ever.

Capcom is gearing up for a big reveal of its first title update for Monster Hunter Wilds, scheduled for a live showcase on Twitch on March 25 at 10 AM ET. This presentation promises to unveil new elements of the game, including the eagerly anticipated monster, Mizutsune. Although the update is slated for an April release, an exact date has yet to be confirmed.

Over on Reddit, user AdviseRequired stirred up nostalgia by expressing a longing for Astera’s hub, noting how its music brings back cherished memories of early gameplay days. Others chimed in, acknowledging that while some found Astera’s layout cumbersome and its vastness somewhat barren, they too missed aspects of its utility—particularly the feature enabling captured monsters to be displayed at base camps in Monster Hunter Wilds. Many players agree it’s the functionality of Astera they miss more than the place itself.

The topic of wonders from Astera extends into hopes for Monster Hunter Wilds’ Title Update 1. Rumor has it that the update may introduce a multiplayer hub to foster community connections. Fans are crossing their fingers that Capcom will also bring back personal homes, complete with spaces to showcase trophies and captured creatures—a much-loved perk from Astera’s days.

Though some of Monster Hunter: World’s features have yet to appear in the newest entry, players are hopeful. It’s common for elements to resurface across games in the franchise. Recently, players have speculated about the lineage linking Fatalis and Zoh Shia in Monster Hunter Wilds, with many suggesting Zoh Shia might be a guardian variant of the legendary elder dragon. As Fatalis traces its roots all the way back to the original Monster Hunter, it has become a franchise staple. Despite any current gaps, the community remains optimistic about the journey ahead for Monster Hunter Wilds.