Most people associate Monster Hunter with actually hunting monsters, but capturing is a crucial aspect of the game as well. As players of Monster Hunter Wilds have discovered, capturing a monster and sticking around can lead to an amusing interaction.
As shared by Reddit user RDGtheGreat on the r/MonsterHunter subreddit, if you linger after capturing a monster, you can witness some behind-the-scenes magic. Specifically, the captured monster will get up and leave after a short while.
Fun fact: captured monsters just get up and leave within a minute of napping
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After capturing a Nu Udra and waiting, the giant cephalopod simply rises and departs, sparking humorous comparisons to a film set wrapping up. It's a light-hearted moment for players.
For those curious about the in-game lore behind this phenomenon, it's worth noting that the research team in Monster Hunter Wilds doesn't use giant cages. Instead, the game adopts a catch-and-release approach, which aligns well with the attitudes of characters like Alma and the rest of the team throughout the story.
Regardless of the lore, this interaction adds a fun element to the game. It's impressive that Capcom's developers considered this scenario and included a specific animation rather than a simple fade-out. The sight of a monster, now missing several limbs and appendages, scurrying away can seem a bit comical, but it's a thoughtful detail that might offer insight into how Alma and her team conduct their research.
Patch 1.000.05.00 has recently been released for Monster Hunter Wilds, addressing quest progression issues and fixing bugs. Although performance improvements are still in progress, the game currently holds a 'mixed' rating on Steam.
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IGN’s [Monster Hunter Wilds review](Monster Hunter Wilds review) gave the game an 8/10, stating: "Monster Hunter Wilds continues to smooth off the rougher corners of the series in smart ways, making for some extremely fun fights but also lacking any real challenge."
