Monster hunting is a demanding endeavor, and proper preparation, including a nutritious meal, is crucial for success in *Monster Hunter Wilds*. Here's a detailed guide on how to cook and eat your own meals in the game.
Cooking and Eating Meals in Monster Hunter Wilds
In *Monster Hunter Wilds*, unlike previous entries such as *World* and *Rise* where a Palico NPC could prepare your meals, you are responsible for cooking your own food. Here are the two primary methods to do so:
- By Cooking in Your Tent: When you accept a new quest, take a moment to prepare. Head to your tent, navigate to the BBQ Menu by pressing L1 or R1, and select the "Grill a Meal" option.
- By Using the Portable BBQ Grill: Alternatively, access the Portable BBQ Grill from your inventory. Press the square button to use it and start cooking from there.
Which Meals to Cook?
In the cooking menu, you have three meal options: recommended, custom, and favorite meals.
- Recommended Meals: These are basic meals primarily consisting of a Ration and any additional ingredients you have on hand. Cooking with just Rations grants a 30-minute buff, boosting your Health by +50, Stamina by +150, and Attack by +2. Adding ingredients can extend the duration by another 20 minutes. This option serves as the bare minimum for hunt preparation.
- Custom Meals: For a more tailored approach, select the custom meal option. You can choose one Ration (meat, fish, or veggies), one ingredient, and your finishing touches. Different Rations provide varied buffs, such as increased attack, defense, or elemental resistances. Ingredients and finishing touches further enhance your meals with benefits like improved gathering or reduced damage taken.
Once you've chosen your meal, start cooking, and your Hunter will automatically eat, equipping you for the challenges ahead.
That's how you can cook and enjoy meals in *Monster Hunter Wilds*. For more tips and comprehensive information on the game, be sure to check out The Escapist.
