Monster Hunter Wilds is breaking down barriers, letting players wear any armor set regardless of their character's gender! Discover how this exciting change is impacting the community and revolutionizing "fashion hunting."
Monster Hunter Wilds Bids Farewell to Gender-Locked Armor
Fashion Hunting: The Ultimate Endgame
For years, Monster Hunter players have dreamed of a world where armor wasn't limited by gender. That dream is now a reality! Capcom's Gamescom Developer Stream revealed a highly anticipated change for Monster Hunter Wilds: armor sets are finally gender-neutral.
"In previous Monster Hunter games, male and female armor was separate," a Capcom developer explained while showcasing starting armors. "But in Monster Hunter Wilds, all characters can wear any gear."
The Monster Hunter community erupted with excitement, particularly among "fashion hunters" who prioritize aesthetics. The previous limitations meant missing out on favorite armor pieces simply due to their gender designation. Reddit users celebrated the news with humorous declarations of victory over gender-locked gear.
Imagine wanting that stylish Rathian skirt as a male character, or the imposing Daimyo Hermitaur set as a female character—only to find it was impossible. This frustration stemmed from past designs often favoring bulky aesthetics for male armor and more revealing styles for female armor, neither of which appealed to all players.
The issue extended beyond simple aesthetics. Monster Hunter: World, for example, used a voucher system for gender changes, with subsequent vouchers requiring real-money purchases. This meant players wanting specific armor sets had to pay to change their character's gender or start a new save file.
While Capcom hasn't confirmed specifics, the likely inclusion of a "layered armor" system—allowing players to mix and match looks without sacrificing stats—combined with the removal of gender restrictions, opens up unprecedented possibilities for player self-expression.
Beyond the gender-neutral armor, Gamescom also unveiled two new monsters: Lala Barina and Rey Dau. For more on Monster Hunter Wilds' exciting new features and monsters, check out the related article below!
