How to Unlock High Rank in Monster Hunter Wilds

Unlocking High Rank in Monster Hunter Wilds: Your Guide to the Next Level

Ready to conquer High Rank in Monster Hunter Wilds? This guide will walk you through the process. For veteran hunters, High Rank is the heart of the Monster Hunter experience (until Master Rank arrives, hopefully!).

How to Unlock High Rank in Monster Hunter Wilds

To unlock High Rank, you must complete the main storyline. Spoiler alert: The final story mission involves venturing to the Dragontorch and defeating the resident monster. After the subsequent cutscenes, the game will automatically transition to High Rank.

What is High Rank in Monster Hunter Wilds?

High Rank is where the true Monster Hunter challenge begins. Expect tougher monsters with increased health, damage, and a shorter fuse. This tier introduces new weapon classes, armor sets, and significantly more challenging hunts. Many consider High Rank the true core gameplay loop of a Monster Hunter game.

High Rank also enhances the game's world. Each region cycles through environmental changes (like dust storms), and a dynamic day/night cycle is introduced. This adds variety and introduces new monster variants and entirely new creatures to hunt.