The weapon type Sword & Shield will also be available at the release of Monster Hunter Wilds on Steam and PS5: And the fans are already looking forward to it.
Which game is this about? Monster Hunter Wilds is an action RPG developed by Capcom, where you hunt large monsters, stylish clothing, and crazy weapons either alone or with others.
Monster Hunter Wilds is set to release in 2025 on Steam, PS5, and Xbox Series X|S, with no exact date known yet.
To make the long wait more bearable for fans, Capcom will release short trailers for all weapons in the game. In these, they briefly present the gameplay mechanics and possible combos of each weapon type.
You can watch the trailer for Sword & Shield here:
Tried and true works better
What can Sword & Shield do? This weapon type is solid both offensively and defensively: The shield is primarily for defense, but you can also deal significant damage with it. Additionally, with Sword & Shield, you remain very maneuverable and can use certain items even when your weapon is drawn.
One might think that this weapon type looks outdated next to such extravagant and versatile alternatives like the Energy Blade. So what makes this weapon appealing?
Sword & Shield are easy to learn, yet remain engaging throughout. Since you can use your shield not only for defense but also for attack, this weapon type offers a variety of combos.
To quote a YouTube comment that perfectly captures the appeal of this weapon type:
“Sword & Shield is like a simple brush; anyone can pick it up and draw a stick figure. However, once you master its true potential, you can use it to paint the Sistine Chapel.”
Sword & Shield are old acquaintances among the Monster Hunter weapons and definitely have their fans. However, if you don’t count yourself among them, Monster Hunter Wilds still offers a wide variety of different weapon types. Here’s an initial overview: All 14 weapon types from Monster Hunter Wilds at a glance
