Monster Hunter Wilds Director Sparks Backlash in Japan Over “Overlooking Rise”
Monster Hunter Wilds Drama
A surprising controversy has erupted in Japan after Yuya Tokuda, director of Monster Hunter Wilds, gave an interview following the PlayStation Partner Awards. Some fans interpreted his words as “overlooking” Monster Hunter Rise, though many argue the backlash stems from a misunderstanding. Despite this, the discussion remains heated on Japanese social media.
The “Previous Game” Comment Sparks Outrage
During the interview after Monster Hunter Wilds won the Grand Award at the 2024 PlayStation Partner Awards, Tokuda was asked about balancing content to attract new players while satisfying longtime fans. He replied that the team analyzed data from previous titles to identify past player pain points.
The controversy began when Tokuda referred to Monster Hunter World as “the previous game” or Zensaku. Since Rise: Sunbreak was released after World, some fans felt he dismissed Rise, which was developed by a different Capcom team responsible for the portable series. Screenshots of Tokuda’s comments quickly went viral on X, amassing over 3,200 likes and sparking disappointment among some fans.
Context and Misinterpretation
Other fans believe the backlash is excessive, pointing out that Tokuda only referred to the “previous game his team worked on,” not the series’ chronological predecessor. The original discussion focused on reviewing his own team’s past work, a nuance lost in viral posts. Some even noted that Monster Hunter Wilds began development before Sunbreak’s release, suggesting his words reflected the development timeline rather than dismissing Rise.
What Monster Hunter Wilds Offers
Monster Hunter Wilds presents the latest adventure for hunters, exploring vast wilderness areas with unpredictable Multi-dimensional Biomes. Players face a variety of monsters while uncovering the secrets of this new land. Designed for both newcomers and veteran hunters, the game features smooth gameplay, stunning graphics, and an engaging story. It is available now on Xbox Series X/S, PS5, and PC.
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