Conquering *Monster Hunter Wilds* solo demands a weapon that's versatile and powerful. You need a tool that can handle any situation without relying on teammates. Luckily, several weapons fit the bill, offering strong offense, defense, or both. Some excel at guarding, others boast exceptional raw power, and one allows for easy weakness exploitation.
Our video recommendations showcase five top-tier solo weapons. Let's dive into what makes them stand out:
Best *Monster Hunter Wilds* Weapons for Solo Play
Switch Axe
The Switch Axe demands skill and patience, but the payoff is immense. It's exceptionally effective against powerful monsters without support. More versatile than the Charge Blade, it boasts devastating axe and sword combos. The axe form unleashes brutal attacks like "Wild Swing," delivering massive damage. Switching to sword form opens up intricate combos, including burst attacks and powerful chains that can inflict hundreds of damage, even at low levels.
Hammer
A great beginner weapon, the Hammer is also a solo powerhouse. Its raw damage output surpasses most other weapons. This allows for strategic ailment investment (sleep, paralysis) while still maintaining high damage and monster control. Its ability to break weak points and knock monsters down with repeated attacks is invaluable. The focused strike, particularly effective at creating wounds, significantly increases damage and yields more crafting materials.
Great Sword
The Great Sword is a master of simplicity—it does a few things, but it does them incredibly well. While slow, its size provides a degree of defense. It features a regular slash, overhead strike, and a powerful three-level charged attack. Mastering the charged attack's timing is key, but even the lower-level attacks deal substantial damage.
Lance
The *Wilds* Lance is a significant improvement over previous iterations. It offers robust defense with the game's strongest guard, powerful thrust attacks, and enhanced combo potential. A new stamina-based guarding skill and a ramming attack add further utility. While primarily defensive, its damage output is respectable, though hunts may take longer compared to weapons like the Great Sword.
Heavy Bowgun
The Heavy Bowgun excels in solo play due to its high damage, larger ammo capacity, and powerful burst mode (despite its cooldown). It offers versatility with various ammo types, including unlimited standard ammo, piercing rounds, and status ailment coatings. The ability to attack from a distance adds a significant advantage in solo hunts.
