Preview: ‘Monster Hunter Wilds’ takes risks in an evolutionary leap

A title that visionary needs a story and scenarios that measure up to that ambition, and Monster Hunter Wilds offers that from the outset. — Capcom

To make noise in 2025, a game will have to be beyond good. It will have to be phenomenal. The year is expected to see the launch of Grand Theft Auto VI, Death Stranding 2: On the Beach and other high-profile titles, and to stand out, a title will have to exceed expectations.

From what I played of a Gamescom demo in San Francisco, Monster Hunter Wilds should carry buzz throughout the year. It’s a project that takes risks and moves the genre forward. It’s not an entry that refines elements from past games, but one that forges a bold new path.