Fueling Your Hunts: A Guide to Cooking and Eating in Monster Hunter Wilds
Monster hunting demands preparation, and a hearty meal is key. Unlike previous Monster Hunter titles, Wilds requires you to cook your own sustenance. This guide details how to prepare and consume meals to enhance your hunting prowess.
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Table of Contents
- Cooking and Eating Meals
- Choosing Your Meals
Cooking and Eating Meals in Monster Hunter Wilds
Unlike the convenience of Palico chefs in World and Rise, Monster Hunter Wilds necessitates self-sufficiency. Two methods exist for meal preparation:
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In-Tent Cooking: Before embarking on a quest, utilize your tent. Access the BBQ menu (typically L1 or R1) and select "Grill a Meal."
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Portable BBQ Grill: Alternatively, equip the Portable BBQ Grill from your inventory and press the designated button (usually square) to initiate cooking.
Choosing Your Meals
The cooking menu offers three meal types:
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Recommended Meals: These utilize a Ration (meat, fish, or vegetables) and any additional ingredients. A Ration-only meal provides a 30-minute buff: +50 Health, +150 Stamina, and +2 Attack. Adding ingredients extends the buff duration by 20 minutes. This is a solid baseline.
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Custom Meals: For tailored buffs, select the custom option. Choose one Ration and one ingredient, along with a finishing touch. Rations provide various buffs (increased attack, defense, elemental resistances), while ingredients and finishing touches offer further enhancements (improved gathering, reduced damage taken).
Once your meal is prepared, your Hunter automatically consumes it, readying you for the hunt.
Mastering these cooking techniques ensures you're well-prepared for any challenge Monster Hunter Wilds throws your way. Check out The Escapist for more game tips and strategies.
