Monster Hunter Wilds is breaking down barriers, allowing players to wear any armor set regardless of their character's gender! This exciting change has sent ripples of joy through the community, revolutionizing the concept of "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 confined by gender. That dream is now a reality! During the Monster Hunter Wilds Developer Stream at Gamescom, Capcom announced a groundbreaking change: All armor sets will be available to all hunters, regardless of gender.
A Capcom developer, showcasing starting armors, confirmed, "In previous Monster Hunter games, male and female armor was separate. In Monster Hunter Wilds, there’s no more male and female armor. All characters can wear any gear."
The Monster Hunter community erupted with excitement. Reddit users celebrated this win, with one humorously proclaiming, "WE DEFEATED GENDER!" This is especially significant for "fashion hunters," who prioritize aesthetics alongside combat prowess. No longer will players miss out on coveted armor simply due to its assigned gender.
Imagine wanting that striking Rathian skirt as a male hunter, or the imposing Daimyo Hermitaur set as a female hunter—only to find it inaccessible. This frustrating limitation is now a thing of the past. The often bulky male armor designs and the sometimes revealing female armor designs are no longer restrictive.
This change also addresses past frustrations. In Monster Hunter: World, a voucher system allowed gender changes, but subsequent changes required additional purchases. This meant players wanting a specific armor set had to pay to change their character's gender.
While Capcom hasn't detailed specifics, the likely inclusion of a layered armor system—allowing players to mix and match looks without sacrificing stats—further enhances this freedom of expression.
Beyond this major announcement, Gamescom also unveiled two new monsters joining the hunt: Lala Barina and Rey Dau. For a deeper dive into Monster Hunter Wilds' new features and monsters, check out the article below!
