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    Master the Hunt with AI Companions in MH: Wilds

    In Monster Hunter Wilds, AI companions, known as Support Hunters, play a crucial role in enhancing the solo and cooperative gameplay experience. These companions are designed to assist players during hunts, especially for those who prefer playing alone or offline.

    Key Features of AI Companions

    • Independent Actions: Support Hunters act autonomously, using their own weapons, combos, and tactics during battles. They behave like real players, moving dynamically rather than staying close to the player.
    • SOS Mechanic: Players can summon these AI companions using the SOS Flare system at any point during a hunt. This allows solo players to call for backup if a fight becomes too challenging.
    • Customizable Settings: Players can configure multiplayer settings to include only Support Hunters, both players and Support Hunters, or only players. This flexibility ensures AI companions can fill in for missing team members in co-op hunts.

    Types of Support Hunters

    There are three named Support Hunters:

    • Rosso: A Light Bowgun user.
    • Alessa: A Lance user.
    • Olivia: A Hammer user.

    Their health and strength scale with the difficulty of the monsters, but their equipment does not upgrade as the game progresses. They can also use group healing items, set traps, and place explosives when needed.

    Benefits for Solo Players

    • Accessibility: The inclusion of AI companions makes Monster Hunter Wilds more approachable for newcomers by reducing the early-game difficulty and grind often associated with solo play.
    • Supportive Gameplay: These companions help alleviate the challenges of hunting monsters with large health pools or those that flee mid-fight, ensuring a smoother experience for solo players.

    Limitations

    • Support Hunters are only available during quests and do not follow players around the open world.
    • While competent in battle, they can be knocked out and lack the ability to upgrade their gear beyond their default setups.

    The introduction of these AI companions marks a significant step toward making Monster Hunter Wilds more inclusive for both solo and cooperative players.