Monster Hunter Wilds: Captured Beasts Vanish

While many associate *Monster Hunter* with the thrill of the hunt, capturing monsters is a crucial element, often leading to unexpected moments. *Monster Hunter Wilds* players have discovered a humorous quirk: captured monsters don't simply vanish; they get up and leave after a short time.

As Reddit user RDGtheGreat shared on r/MonsterHunter, patiently waiting near a captured monster reveals a fun, behind-the-scenes animation. After capturing a Nu Udra, for example, the giant cephalopod, seemingly recovering from its capture, simply ambles away. This has led to playful comparisons to a film wrap, adding a lighthearted touch to the game.

Fun fact: captured monsters just get up and leave within a minute of napping
by u/RDGtheGreat in MonsterHunter

While in-game explanations are scarce (the research team doesn't exactly have giant cages!), the "catch-and-release" approach aligns with Alma's and the team's overall attitude, adding a layer of realism to the research methods. Regardless of the lore, this unexpected animation is a charming detail. Capcom's attention to this seemingly minor scenario, opting for a playful animation instead of a simple fade-out, is a noteworthy touch. Seeing the somewhat disheveled monster—missing limbs and appendages—waddling away adds a touch of absurdity and hints at the more nuanced approach to monster research within the game.

Monster Hunter Wilds Weapons Tier List

Monster Hunter Wilds Weapons Tier List

Patch 1.000.05.00 for *Monster Hunter Wilds* recently launched, resolving quest progression issues and addressing bugs. Performance optimizations are still underway, as the game currently holds a "Mixed" rating on Steam.

To enhance your *Monster Hunter Wilds* experience, check out our guides on what Monster Hunter Wilds doesn’t tell you, all 14 weapon types, our detailed Monster Hunter Wilds walkthrough, our Monster Hunter Wilds multiplayer guide, and how to transfer your Monster Hunter Wilds Beta character.

IGN's *Monster Hunter Wilds* review awarded the game an 8/10, stating: “*Monster Hunter Wilds* continues to smooth off the rougher corners of the series in smart ways, making for some extremely fun fights but also lacking any real challenge.”