Monster Hunter Wilds: Best Weapons Tier List, Which Ones to Choose?

In Monster Hunter Wilds, selecting the right weapons is essential to maximize your efficiency against monsters. With the introduction of secondary weapons, the game adds an extra layer of strategy. Here’s our tier list of the best primary and secondary weapons, along with our favorite combos to dominate your hunts.

Tier S

S-Tier weapons are the most powerful and versatile, perfect for all playstyles.

• Bow: Excels in ranged combat due to its speed and accuracy. It allows you to remain mobile while dealing constant damage. A top combo is pairing it with dual blades: weaken the monster from a distance, then rush in for aggressive close-range attacks.
   

• Great Sword: Known for its massive damage through charged attacks, ideal for patient hunters who love big hits. Pair it with Hunting Horn for buffs while landing devastating blows.
   

• Long Sword (Katana): Perfect for players who want a balance between style and efficiency. It allows for powerful, fluid attacks while easily dodging. Our favorite combo here is Long Sword + Hammer: use the sword to cut critical parts and then stun the monster with the hammer.

Tier A

A-Tier weapons offer a good balance of power and technique.

• Insect Glaive: Best for aerial combat, letting you fly around monsters while dealing quick damage. A great combo with Hunting Horn for team buffs while remaining agile.
   

• Hammer: A blunt weapon that’s great for stunning monsters and creating openings for your team. Pair it with dual blades to combine raw power and speed.
   

• Heavy Crossbow: Offers exceptional long-range firepower, ideal for massive damage while staying out of reach of enemy attacks.

Tier B

B-Tier weapons are more specialized and require more specific use.

• Lance Cannon: Perfect for explosive combat, combining solid defense and explosive attacks. It shines against heavy or stationary monsters.
   

• Switch Axe (Morpho Axe): Versatile but technical, switching between axe and sword mode to adapt to different combat styles.

Combo Favorites

Here are some of our favorite weapon combos for maximum effectiveness:

• Bow + Dual Blades: Harass from range, then finish quickly with close-range attacks.

• Long Sword + Hammer: Slice through critical parts before stunning with the hammer.

• Great Sword + Hunting Horn: Enjoy buffs while delivering massive damage.

This tier list should give you a solid idea of which weapons to focus on depending on your preferred playstyle!