(Photo Credit: Capcom)2018’s Monster Hunter: World was a wonderful reinvention of the series, and now a full sequel has arrived that implements many of the best ideas from 2021’s Monster Hunter Rise. Called Monster Hunter Wilds, the game has players exploring thought to be abandoned areas in search of reuniting a lost boy with his tribe. Of course, there are plenty of gigantic monsters to track down and take care of while doing so, making this one expedition for the ages.What made World such a technical achievement was how detailed its simulated ecosystems were. While it was impressive at the time, Monster Hunter Wilds takes it to the next level with an incredible amount of attention to detail and regions that are constantly changing and evolving over time. Weather changes will change how the creatures interact with the world and can lead to more monsters clashing against one another if food is scarce. It’s truly remarkable, especially when paired with a truly connected world that allows you to manually travel to each ecosystem if you wish rather than fast-traveling between camps. The combat and exploration in Wilds has also seen a series of upgrades, with it taking a lot of elements explored in Rise and adding them to World’s core DNA. Most importantly, players can use mounts in the form of wyverns called Seikrets, which allows them to easily traverse large areas and even glide throughout the environment. While they won’t fight with you like RIse’s Palamutes, you can call them at any time to flee or to use the items and secondary weapons they carry — a great way to switch strategies if your current weapon isn’t finding success on your hunt.A grappling hook is also available in the game, similar to what was introduced in World’s Iceborne DLC. This is quite useful as it allows you to quickly gather resources from afar so you don’t have to constantly stop while traversing. However, this also bleeds into combat as you’re able to trigger traps, such as rock cliffs and vine traps, that then can damage foes or limit their movement. Quite the versatile mechanic, you can even use the hook to leap into the air at times, which can help you mount enemies and do damage on their backs.The biggest change to combat is the new wounding system, which allows you to create temporary weak points by repeatedly attacking specific parts of a monster’s body. You can then go into a new focus mode, which allows you to aim your attacks and target injured spots to do critical blows. It creates a really satisfying flow to combat, allowing another layer of strategy to a combat system that is already filled with depth and a ton of weapon types.There’s so much more to rave about in Monster Hunter Wilds, from its more cinematic story moments that blend gameplay and cutscenes to its improved handling of multiplayer (it’s so much easier to play with friends than before). However, it’s all best experienced on your own as you take down new and familiar challenges that range well into its sizable end-game. This is a true achievement and likely the year’s best action RPG, as it’s clear so much thought has gone into every quality-of-life improvement and gameplay system.Monster Hunter Wilds Review: Final VerdictMonster Hunter Wilds is the best Monster Hunter game yet. A true technical spectacle that allows players to explore a living, breathing, and always changing world. The gameplay is just as impressive as you find yourself battling fearsome monsters with incredibly polished and satisfying combat. This is a true delight and a great entry point for anyone looking to get into the Monster Hunter series.SCORE: 9.5/10As ComingSoon’s review policy explains, a score of 9 equates to “Excellent.” Entertainment that reaches this level is at the top of its type. The gold standard that every creator aims to reach.Disclosure: The publisher provided a PS5 code for our Monster Hunter Wilds review. Reviewed on version 1.000.000.The post Monster Hunter Wilds Review: Capcom’s Best Hunt Yet appeared first on ComingSoon.net - Movie Trailers, TV & Streaming News, and More.