The core gameplay loop of Monster Hunter Rise remains familiar: hunt monsters, gather materials, and craft or upgrade gear. This cycle repeats endlessly as you face increasingly challenging beasts, often alongside fellow hunters. While previous games required meticulous tracking of needed materials, Rise introduces a valuable wishlist feature. Unfortunately, the game doesn’t fully explain its potential. This guide will reveal the power of the wishlist and how to utilize it effectively.
Adding Items to Your Wishlist
To begin using the wishlist, speak with Hamon the Blacksmith. Browse the available armor or weapons and select the desired item, even if you lack the necessary materials. Press the + button (Switch) or the Menu Button (PC) to access the sub-menu. Within this menu, you’ll find the option to add the item to your wishlist.
Benefits of the Wishlist
Adding an item to your wishlist offers two key advantages. Firstly, it creates a dedicated crafting menu within the smithy, providing a convenient overview of your desired gear upgrades. This eliminates the need to constantly refer back to individual item descriptions.
Secondly, and more importantly, the wishlist dynamically links to quests and monsters. Once items are added, any quest or monster that yields required materials will display a pin icon. This invaluable feature streamlines material farming by instantly highlighting relevant hunts, saving you valuable time and effort.
Maximizing Wishlist Efficiency
The wishlist becomes even more powerful when combined with other in-game systems. For example, checking the Hunter’s Notes provides details on monster drops, further refining your target hunts. Using the wishlist in conjunction with these tools creates a highly efficient material gathering process.
Conclusion: Streamlining Your Hunts
The wishlist in Monster Hunter Rise is a powerful tool for any hunter. By understanding its functionality and leveraging its integration with other systems, you can optimize your material gathering and focus on the thrill of the hunt. Master the wishlist, and you’ll be forging your way to the top of the hunter ranks in no time.
