The new IP wild hearts Koei Tecmo, in collaboration with Electronic Arts, could be the next generation Monster HunterThis will be the game the fans have been waiting for.
wild hearts war the surprise announcement This week, something no one would have expected from EA. The debut trailer already promises impressive and brutal combat, cool weapons, inviting environments, and a touch of magic is also part of the game. Besides Monster Hunter But it also seems Toukiden, also from Koei Tecmo, an influence on wild hearts to have.
The fantasy world of wild hearts It is set in feudal Japan, home to enormous beasts called Kemono, imbued with the power of nature. Players can explore these areas either alone or in a "pack" with up to three players in co-op mode, including cross-play support.
Wild Hearts is not entirely new, but it is unique.
The comparisons with Monster Hunter or Toukiden They don't come from nowhere. Game Director Kotaro Hirata has compared to IGN confirms that both IPs laid the foundation for the development of wild hearts While they have laid the groundwork, they nevertheless emphasize the uniqueness of the details, such as the hunting and combat systems, the visual presentation, and the game world. However, there are also obvious differences, including the game world, which is structured in zones and not as an open world – an approach that also sonic frontiers pursued this year.
Crafting also represents an essential part of the experience, which is known as Karakuri – "sophisticated mechanisms manufactured using a lost, ancient technology." This includes simple things that can be built directly in battles, all the way to complex Karakuri that require many materials, such as to create entire hunting grounds.
Anyone who was a fan of these games and is looking for a comparable next-gen experience will find what they're looking for at wild hearts Exactly right, especially since the focus is more on a Western audience and the aim is to reach a larger target group. Monster Hunter It wasn't exactly suitable for beginners.
wild hearts It will be released on February 17, 2023, and has been in development for four years. The target platforms are exclusively PlayStation 5, Xbox Series X|S, and PC, further emphasizing the next-gen experience.
