Top Solo Weapons in Monster Hunter Wilds Revealed

When diving into the thrilling world of *Monster Hunter Wilds* as a solo player, choosing the right weapon can be a game-changer. The best weapons for solo play are those that let you handle every situation without relying on teammates. Some offer robust defense, others pack a punch, and a select few make exploiting monster weaknesses a breeze. Here's our curated list of the top five weapons for solo adventurers in *Monster Hunter Wilds*, along with insights into what makes each one stand out.

Best Monster Hunter Wilds Weapons for Solo Play

Switch Axe

The Switch Axe is a weapon that demands time, strategy, and patience to master, but once you do, it becomes an indispensable tool for solo hunters. Its versatility surpasses even the Charge Blade, offering more potent combos in both axe and sword forms compared to its quicker counterpart.

In axe form, you can unleash the wild swing, relentlessly hammering away at monsters with massive damage output. Transitioning to sword form unlocks a variety of intricate combos, including the weapon's iconic burst attack and powerful chain attacks that can send damage numbers soaring, even with low-level versions of the weapon.

Hammer

The Hammer is not only a top pick for beginners but also excels in solo play. It's one of the most powerful weapons in *Wilds*, offering superior damage output. This allows you to invest in ailment branches like sleep or paralysis while still delivering significant hits, effectively controlling the monster's behavior.

Hammers excel at breaking weak points and knocking monsters down with repeated strikes. Hitting weak areas with high damage increases the likelihood of creating wounds. The hammer's focused strike, designed to break wounds, packs a particularly hard punch, speeding up hunts and yielding more crafting materials from broken parts.

Great Sword

The Great Sword is akin to a sharp hammer, excelling in a few key areas. Its large size makes movement slow, but it doubles as a shield, allowing you to guard against incoming attacks. The weapon features a regular slash and an overhead strike, but the charged attack is the real star.

The Great Sword's charged attack has three levels, with the most powerful requiring you to go through the first two phases. Hold the attack button, release, then hold again before the animation ends to charge the next blow. Mastering the timing, especially when monsters move, is crucial, but even the basic and first-level charged attacks deliver substantial damage.

Lance

The Lance in *Monster Hunter Wilds* has evolved significantly, offering more than just defense with occasional pokes. It boasts the game's most powerful guard and thrust attacks, which lead into even stronger skills. A thrust combo can unlock a multi-hit thrust attack, and you gain enhanced mobility options.

A new guarding skill uses stamina to block incoming attacks more effectively than the standard guard, and a ramming attack adds to your arsenal. While the Lance remains a defensive weapon, its improved capabilities make it a formidable choice, though hunts may take longer due to lower damage output compared to weapons like the Great Sword.

Heavy Bowgun

The Heavy Bowgun edges out the Light Bowgun for solo play due to its higher damage output and larger ammo capacity before reloading. Its burst mode, despite a cooldown, delivers significant damage, making the wait worthwhile.

Like the Light Bowgun, it can equip various ammo types, including endless standard ammo, powerful piercing rounds, and status ailment-coated bullets, offering unmatched versatility. The ability to attack from a distance, rather than staying close to a monster's head, makes the Heavy Bowgun an ideal choice for solo players.