Monster Hunter Wilds Armor Sets Will No Longer Be Gender Exclusive

Monster Hunter Wilds eliminates gender restrictions on armor sets, allowing players of any gender to wear any armor! This exciting news has been met with enthusiastic approval from fans and marks a significant shift in the game's fashion options.

Monster Hunter Wilds: Gender-Locked Armor is History

Fashion Hunting Enters a New Era

For years, Monster Hunter players have longed for the freedom to choose their armor regardless of character gender. This dream is now a reality! Capcom's Gamescom Developer Stream confirmed that the upcoming Monster Hunter Wilds will feature completely gender-neutral armor.

A Capcom developer stated, "Previous Monster Hunter games had separate armor sets for male and female hunters. But in Monster Hunter Wilds, that's a thing of the past. All hunters can wear any armor piece."

The Monster Hunter community erupted in celebration, particularly among "fashion hunters" who prioritize aesthetics. The previous gender restrictions limited players' ability to create their desired look, forcing them to miss out on favorite armor pieces simply due to their assigned gender.

Imagine wanting to sport the Rathian skirt as a male character, or the Daimyo Hermitaur set as a female character, only to find these options unavailable. This limitation was especially frustrating, given the often contrasting styles of male and female armor sets. Male armor frequently leaned towards bulkier designs, while female armor was often more revealing than many players preferred.

The limitations extended beyond mere aesthetics. In Monster Hunter: World, for example, changing character gender required purchasing in-game vouchers, adding an unnecessary cost for players seeking specific armor styles.

While not officially confirmed, the likely inclusion of a layered armor system in Wilds suggests players can mix and match appearances without impacting stats. This, combined with gender-neutral armor, unlocks a vast array of customization possibilities.

Beyond the armor update, the Gamescom trailer revealed two new monsters: Lala Barina and Rey Dau. For more details on Monster Hunter Wilds' new features and creatures, see the linked article below.