Monster Hunter Wilds breaks down gender barriers, allowing players to equip any armor set regardless of character gender! Learn how this impacts "fashion hunting" and the enthusiastic fan response.
Monster Hunter Wilds: Gender-Locked Armor is History
Fashion Hunting Enters a New Era
For years, Monster Hunter players have dreamed of unrestricted armor choices. That dream is now reality! Capcom's Gamescom Monster Hunter Wilds Developer Stream confirmed the end of gender-locked armor sets.
A Capcom developer confirmed during a showcase of starting armors: "In past Monster Hunter games, male and female armor was separate. In Monster Hunter Wilds, that's no longer the case. All characters can wear any gear."
The Monster Hunter community erupted with joy, especially fashion hunters who prioritize looks alongside stats. The previous limitations meant missing out on favorite armor pieces simply due to gender restrictions.
Imagine wanting the Rathian skirt as a male hunter, or the Daimyo Hermitaur set as a female hunter, only to find it unavailable. This frustration stemmed from often bulky male armor designs and revealing female armor choices, neither of which appealed to all players.
The problem went beyond aesthetics. Monster Hunter: World's gender change voucher system – free once, then paid – highlighted the issue. Players wanting specific armor had to pay to change their character's gender or start a new save.
While unconfirmed, Wilds will likely retain the "layered armor" system, allowing players to mix and match appearances without affecting stats. This, combined with the removal of gender restrictions, creates unparalleled customization options.
Beyond the armor news, Gamescom also revealed two new monsters: Lala Barina and Rey Dau. For more on Monster Hunter Wilds' new content, see the related article below!
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