Guide to Playing Co-op in Monster Hunter Wilds

In Monster Hunter Wilds, players can fully engage in single-player mode, but the excitement truly intensifies when you team up with friends for thrilling co-op hunts against gigantic monsters.

While the Support Hunters in the game are quite effective in combat scenarios, collaborating with fellow High Rank Hunters significantly enhances your quest completion speed. This added efficiency proves invaluable, especially when farming for post-game materials. Below, we delve into how to enjoy co-op gameplay in Monster Hunter Wilds, ensuring you harness the full potential of shared monster-slaying adventures.

Getting Started with Co-op in Monster Hunter Wilds

If you’re eager to dive into multiplayer mode in Monster Hunter Wilds and start your monster hunting with friends, your first step is to create a Link Party. We’ll provide detailed instructions shortly; however, if you prefer a comprehensive overview of all multiplayer features, feel free to continue reading.

Upon launching Monster Hunter Wilds and selecting your save file, you will choose a lobby to join. Lobbies are designed for larger groups of Hunters to communicate, collaborate on upcoming quests, and coordinate hunting strategies. It’s important to note, however, that Lobbies serve primarily for communication and do not directly facilitate multiplayer quests—that’s where Link Parties come into play.

The lobby selection screen in Monster Hunter Wilds is shown — Lobbies provide various options for multiplayer gameplay.| Image credit: Capcom/VG247

Understanding Monster Hunter Wilds’ Lobbies

When you navigate the opening menu of Monster Hunter Wilds, you will encounter several lobby options. Primarily, you can select a random lobby populated by other players based on your preferences, or you can specifically search for a lobby.

In your lobby search, you have multiple choices. You can join a friend’s lobby using their Hunter ID or Lobby ID, or filter results based on criteria like language, player skill level, or playstyle.

Additionally, the two other lobby choices—Private Lobby and Online Single Player—allow you more control. A Private Lobby can be created for a small group where only invited members can join using a Lobby ID. On the other hand, starting in Online Single Player mode means you can still connect with others through the SOS Signal feature during your hunts.

To initiate a lobby with specific friends, designate one player as the host to create a Private Lobby, sharing the Lobby ID with others so they can join seamlessly.

The 'Invite to Link Party' option is shown in Monster Hunter Wilds' menu — It’s easy to invite friends to your Link Party and start collaborating on quests.| Image credit: Capcom/VG247

Link Parties: Your Gateway to Co-op Hunting

Keep in mind that being in the same lobby as your friends does not ensure immediate collaboration at your Base Camp. Instead, lobbies facilitate communication and coordination, while setting up a Link Party is necessary for actual joint hunts.

Link Parties are limited to four players, significantly expanding your cooperative possibilities beyond the standard lobby restrictions. Players can embark on quests together regardless of their chosen lobby, enhancing the flexibility of your team setup.

To set up your hunting expedition with friends, simply access the Communication Menu and choose ‘Invite to Link Party’.From there, you can invite any Hunters from your friends list or recent interactions. Being within a Link Party grants access to exclusive member-only chat and voice functions, enriching your social experience during hunts.

Whenever someone in the Link Party selects a quest, all members will receive a notification, ensuring a quick start. Fortunately, the Link Party remains active even after a quest’s completion, allowing for swift transitions to new quests without hassle!

If you encounter issues with friends joining your Link Party, ensure that all participants have consistent crossplay settings in the game’s options.

For further insights into Monster Hunter Wilds, explore our detailed guides on all bosses, strategies for upgrading your armor, and various gear unlocks for your Palico.

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