Monster Hunter Wilds Eliminates Gender-Locked Armor: Fashion Hunting Evolves
The long-standing gender restrictions on armor sets in Monster Hunter are finally a thing of the past! Capcom announced during the Monster Hunter Wilds Gamescom Developer Stream that the upcoming title will allow players of any gender to wear any armor set.
This groundbreaking change has been met with widespread celebration within the Monster Hunter community, particularly among "fashion hunters" who prioritize aesthetics. Previously, players were limited by gender-specific designs, preventing access to desired armor pieces simply due to their assigned gender.
"In previous Monster Hunter games, male and female armor was separate," a Capcom developer explained, highlighting the shift. "In Monster Hunter Wilds, there’s no more male and female armor. All characters can wear any gear."
The reaction online was immediate and enthusiastic. Reddit users jubilantly declared victory over this limitation, expressing relief and excitement. The frustration of being locked out of specific looks, often due to overly bulky male armor or revealing female options, is finally resolved.
The impact extends beyond simple aesthetics. In Monster Hunter: World, a paid voucher system existed for gender changes, adding an extra cost for players seeking specific armor styles. This issue is now entirely bypassed.
The anticipated "layered armor" system, likely returning in Wilds, will further enhance customization, allowing players to combine favorite looks without sacrificing stats. This, combined with the removal of gender restrictions, opens up unprecedented levels of player expression.
Beyond the armor update, the Gamescom stream also revealed two new monsters: Lala Barina and Rey Dau. For more details on these and other new features, see the linked article below.
