Embarking on a monster hunt in *Monster Hunter Wilds* is a serious endeavor that requires meticulous preparation, including a hearty meal to boost your performance. Here's a comprehensive guide on how to cook and savor your meals in the wilds.
Cooking and Eating Meals in Monster Hunter Wilds
In *Monster Hunter Wilds*, gone are the days of relying on a friendly Palico NPC to prepare your meals as seen in *World* and *Rise*. Now, you must take matters into your own hands and cook your own food. There are two primary methods to do this:
- By cooking in your tent: When you accept a new quest, take a moment to prepare. Head to your tent, access the BBQ Menu by pressing L1 or R1, and select the "Grill a Meal" option.
- By using the Portable BBQ Grill: Alternatively, you can use the Portable BBQ Grill from your inventory. Simply press the square button to use it and start cooking from there.
Which Meals to Cook?
When it comes to selecting your meal, *Monster Hunter Wilds* offers three options in the cooking menu: recommended, custom, and favorite meals.
- Recommended Meals: These are straightforward and basic. They typically consist of a Ration combined with any additional ingredients you have on hand. Cooking with just Rations will grant you a 30-minute buff, boosting your health by +50, stamina by +150, and attack by +2. Adding ingredients can extend the buff duration by an additional 20 minutes. This meal is a solid baseline for your hunt preparation.
- Custom Meals: For those who wish to tailor their meals to specific needs, the custom meal option is ideal. Here, you select one Ration (which could be meat, fish, or veggies), one ingredient, and finishing touches. Depending on your choices, you can gain various buffs such as increased attack, defense, or elemental resistances. Ingredients and finishing touches can further enhance your meal, providing benefits like improved gathering efficiency or reduced damage taken.
Once you've chosen your meal, initiate the cooking process, and your Hunter will automatically enjoy the meal, setting you up for success in your hunt.
And there you have it—the essentials of cooking and eating meals in *Monster Hunter Wilds*. For more tips and detailed guides on the game, be sure to visit The Escapist.
