The highly anticipated Monster Hunter: Wiles (hereafter Wiles), slated for release on February 28, 2025, took center stage at a recent showcase in Korea. Series producer Ryozo Tsujimoto and director Yuya Tokuda attended the event to provide exclusive insights and conduct media interviews.

Improved Gameplay and Optimizations

At the event, the development team shared an in-depth presentation, including a full version demo. They highlighted key improvements made based on feedback from the beta test. Enhanced weapon balancing and optimization promise a significantly refined experience in the official release.

Frame Rate and Graphics

Q: The beta frame rate on PS5 standard mode wasn’t ideal. Will this improve in the final version?
Ryozo Tsujimoto (Producer): The beta wasn’t fully optimized, but the final release features significant improvements.
Yuya Tokuda (Director): Some graphical issues, like transparency effects and monster fur rendering, were present in the beta. These have been addressed, so expect better visuals in the official version.

Plans for Another Beta

Q: Will there be a second open beta?
Ryozo Tsujimoto (Producer): The first beta helped us ensure smooth cross-platform play, which was crucial. While we’re currently focused on the final release, no decisions have been made about a second beta.

The Charm of Hunter Cuisine

The Monster Hunter series is renowned for its culinary depictions, and Wiles is no exception.

Q: How does the new game approach meal preparation?
Yuya Tokuda (Director): We’ve always put great effort into crafting meals in the series. This time, we’ve focused on turning simple dishes into something extraordinary, like melted cheese on naan. For example, creating a scene where cheese melts over naan wasn’t easy but was incredibly rewarding after several attempts.
Ryozo Tsujimoto (Producer): Surprisingly, developing the dining scenes took more time than one might imagine (laughs).

Release Details

Monster Hunter: Wiles will launch on February 28, 2025. With improved performance and attention to detail, fans can look forward to a polished experience across all platforms.
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