"Monster Hunter Wilds: 9-Minute Seikret Trip Reveals World's Connectivity"

The expansive world of Monster Hunter Wilds is both vast and impressively interconnected. One dedicated player, known as -BrotherPig- on the Monster Hunter subreddit, took it upon themselves to showcase this connectivity with a remarkable journey from the starting zone to the game's later peaks.

In a video shared on the subreddit, -BrotherPig- documents their trek starting in the Windward Plains, traversing through the sandy dunes, and pushing forward to the more advanced zones, culminating in some of the game's final areas. Be warned, the video contains spoilers for those who haven't yet completed the campaign.

Did you know there's only 1 loading screen between the Plains and Suja? 9min ride through all zones.
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The journey is notably long, highlighting the seamless connection between the game's zones. There's just one loading screen encountered midway, as the traveler moves from the Oilwell Basin to the Iceshard Cliffs. This demonstrates the game's design philosophy of maintaining a fluid, connected world, allowing players to explore without frequent interruptions.

While Monster Hunter Wilds does feature loading screens, such as those for entering the training grounds, fast traveling, or joining a friend's quest, the minimal use of loading screens during such a lengthy journey is striking. It's a testament to the game's design and gives players a fresh appreciation for the myriad pathways and corridors that weave through the Forbidden Lands.

According to a series producer, the key elements that make Monster Hunter Wilds stand out are its story, immersion, and cross-play features. The community's discoveries about how the game reimagines the series' systems in its open-world setting continue to captivate players. With the first Title Update scheduled for April, there's plenty to keep everyone engaged.

To kickstart your Monster Hunter Wilds adventure, check out our guide on what the game doesn't explicitly tell you, along with a detailed breakdown of all 14 weapon types. Our ongoing walkthrough for Monster Hunter Wilds, a multiplayer guide to playing with friends, and instructions on how to transfer your character from the open beta are also available.

IGN's review of Monster Hunter Wilds awarded it an 8/10, praising the game for refining the series' mechanics in smart ways to create engaging combat, though noting a lack of substantial challenge.

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