While many associate *Monster Hunter* with the thrill of the hunt, capturing monsters plays a surprisingly significant role. *Monster Hunter Wilds* players have stumbled upon a humorous quirk: leaving a captured monster alone long enough reveals a surprisingly charming behind-the-scenes moment.
As Reddit user RDGtheGreat shared on r/MonsterHunter, patiently observing a captured monster leads to an unexpected sight—the creature simply gets up and leaves! The user's post, "Fun fact: captured monsters just get up and leave within a minute of napping," perfectly captures the unexpectedness of this event. The image of a captured Nu Udra, seemingly recovering from its capture, ambling away has sparked amusement, with many comparing it to a film wrap-up.
While in-universe explanations remain speculative (the research team doesn't exactly have giant monster cages!), *Monster Hunter Wilds'* catch-and-release approach aligns well with Alma's and the team's overall attitude. This seemingly simple animation adds a layer of depth, hinting at the research methods employed.
Regardless of lore implications, it's a delightful detail. Capcom's inclusion of this animation, rather than a simple fade-out, is a charming touch. The sight of a slightly disheveled monster, missing limbs and appendages, scuttling away adds to the humor, while subtly enriching our understanding of Alma's research team.
Patch 1.000.05.00 for *Monster Hunter Wilds* has recently launched, addressing quest progression issues and bugs. While performance optimizations are still underway (the game currently holds a "Mixed" rating on Steam), several resources are available to enhance your gameplay experience.
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IGN awarded *Monster Hunter Wilds* an 8/10 in their review, 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.”