Monster Hunter Wilds: Tier List of the Best Weapons

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Determining the best weapons from Monster Hunter Wilds is not easy, but with our tier list, you will soon know which of the 14 weapons you should focus on when going hunting.

Update, December 4, 2025: The article has been reviewed and is up to date.

Which are the best weapons? We provide a quick overview of all 14 weapon types in a table and rank them in our tier list from S tier (the best) to C tier (which you should ignore). Here are the top candidates for your loadout:

TierWeapon Name
S-TierLongsword, Bow, Dual Blades, Gunlance
A-TierGreatsword, Heavy Bowgun, Energy Blade, Hunting Horn, Sword and Shield
B-TierMorph Axe, Light Bowgun, Hammer
C-TierInsect Glaive, Lance

This list only represents a snapshot based on initial impressions of the release version. The article will be updated regularly to reflect nerfs and new strategies.

In our ranking, we relied on fan opinions as well as our experiences on the battlefield. We will now go into detail about the weapons in S tier, briefly explaining why they are so good and why you should use them.

If you have suggestions about the ranking or improvement requests, feel free to communicate them in the comments. With our directory, you can quickly jump to the individual weapons:

Gunlance: Good in Melee and Ranged Combat

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Monster Hunter Wilds: This is what battles with the rifle lance look like

Is the weapon beginner-friendly? No.

Can you block? Yes.

Pro
  • Combos deal significant damage
  • Has melee and ranged attacks
  • High damage output through fluid combos
  • Can block attacks from monsters
Contra
  • Large explosions leave you briefly unprotected
  • Ammunition management
  • Inexperienced hunters will have difficulty controlling it

Bow: Best Weapon for Ranged Combat

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Monster Hunter Wilds: Capcom shows new abilities for the bow

Is the weapon beginner-friendly? No.

Can you block? No.

Pro
  • Strong attacks for ranged and melee combat
  • High mobility
  • Flare arrows provide tracking for consecutive shots
  • Safety through distance from the monster
Contra
  • Attacks need to be charged
  • Users should know monster attack patterns to execute attacks optimally
  • Cannot block attacks

Dual Blades: Best Weapon for Fast Combos

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Monster Hunter Wilds: Trailer for the action RPG showcases the dual blades

Is the weapon beginner-friendly? Yes.

Can you block? No.

Pro
  • Fast attack pattern
  • Creates wounds quickly
  • Quick dodging opportunities that even deal damage
  • Benefits most from perfect dodging
Contra
  • Short range
  • Forces you into close combat
  • High stamina loss due to demon mode

Longsword: Agile Greatsword for Strong Attacks

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Monster Hunter Wilds: Capcom shows the Longsword in action

Is the weapon beginner-friendly? Yes.

Can you block? No.

Pro
  • Focus mode allows you to attack weak points with thrust attacks
  • Attacks become stronger the more you attack monsters
  • High mobility
  • Combos deal significant damage
Contra
  • Cannot block attacks
  • Has long attack patterns
  • Forces you into close combat

These were all the weapons currently considered the best in Monster Hunter Wilds. Which ones are you efficiently using against monsters, and do you have suggestions on how we should adjust our list? Let us know in the comments. You can find out more about Monster Hunter Wilds here: Monster Hunter Wilds: All monsters in the list currently known

This is an AI-powered translation. Some inaccuracies might exist.