Players are buzzing with anticipation for Monster Hunter Wilds, yet one NPC named Nata is already stirring up some controversy even before the game hits the shelves. This NPC, a human character, joins players on their journey across the game, but his emotional outbursts, especially the crying, are raising concerns among the Monster Hunter fanbase. These players are worried that Nata might become a burden during missions, impacting the gameplay experience.
Set to follow the footprints of its predecessor, Monster Hunter: World from 2018, Monster Hunter Wilds is ready to transport players back into the shoes of a brave Hunter. The mission at hand? Finding an expedition party that vanished while navigating terrain crawling with gigantic beasts. As the release date is set for February 28, eager gamers can start planning their hunts on PC, PlayStation 5, or the Xbox Series consoles.
In a lively discussion on Reddit, user Kibido993 shared a screenshot of Nata looking distressed, his head buried in his hands. The caption humorously questioned, “Is this guy gonna cry the whole game?” indicating some players’ frustration, even though the game hasn’t been released yet. While introducing named NPCs in Monster Hunter Wilds seems like a step forward in moving past the age-old trend of nameless characters, Nata unfortunately hasn’t made a great first impression among players.
The Monster Hunter community suspects that these new settlements will lead to more intense missions. Yet, some fear these missions might involve rescuing Nata a bit too frequently. One Reddit user speculated that Nata might flee multiple times throughout the major storyline, requiring the Hunter to save him, perhaps making up nearly half of all monster encounters in Wilds. Others jumped to Nata’s defense, reminding everyone that he hasn’t even appeared in the game yet and is already facing criticism. Plus, there’s a sympathetic backstory—his tears may be linked to his tribe’s downfall due to the monstrous Arkveld, suggesting he has his reasons to be teary-eyed.
At Sony’s February State of Play, Capcom offered a glimpse into what the post-launch world of Monster Hunter Wilds will look like. A free update is planned for Spring 2025, featuring the dazzling leviathan Mizutsune. Known for its mesmerizing, dance-like attacks and the ability to emit foam and bubbles to boost mobility, this addition is poised to bring a fresh dynamic to the game. Additionally, Event Quests, which promise exclusive in-game armor, will kick off a week after the launch, giving players new goals right from the start of March.
As the countdown to release continues, Monster Hunter Wilds promises to shake things up in new and exciting ways, though some players are waiting with bated breath to see if Nata will prove them right or pleasantly surprise them. Only time will tell.
