How to Do a Sneak Attack in Monster Hunter Wilds

Master the art of stealth in Monster Hunter Wilds! Discover expert tips for executing the perfect sneak attack and dominate your hunts.
Sneak attacks are devastating openers to a fight that can immediately put the monster on the back foot, allowing players to quickly build up their weapon-specific resources at the very start of the fight and even inflict Wounds if they're lucky. Not only that, but performing a successful sneak attack is the only way to obtain the Hunter-Assassin trophy. Here is how they work.

Monster Hunter Wilds: How to Do a Sneak Attack

Players can perform sneak attacks on monsters by approachingthem while crouched with their weapons sheathed. A prompt will appearwhen the Hunter is in range—and the monster is unaware—to execute asneak attack. When the prompt appears, press:

• F (PC)
• B (Xbox)
• Circle (PlayStation)

When Can You Perform Sneak Attacks in Monster Hunter Wilds

There are two instances when the Hunter can perform a sneak attack on a monster:

1. Initiating Combat:

• Sneak attacks can be used to initiate combat with an unaware monster.
• Take note of the monster's movement patterns and line of sight before sneaking toward it.
• Ensure the monster is facing away from you when you approach and that you have some cover to hide behind when it turns its eyes in your direction.

2. After the Monster Runs Away:

• After a monster takes significant damage, it's likely to run away to a different location.
• Once the monster relocates, it will lose aggro.
• Hunters can then approach the monster stealthily, just like at the start of the fight, and re-engage using a sneak attack.

Note: Following too closely atop a Seikret as the monster is moving away will prevent the monster from becoming unaware.

How to Hide in Monster Hunter Wilds

A prerequisite to a successful sneak attack is the ability to hide from monsters. There are multiple ways to achieve this:

• Hold the crouch key: Approach the monster from behind while crouched to reduce noise and ensure a quiet approach.
• Use bushes and tall grass: Hiding in these will render you invisible to monsters. Bushes you can hide in are highlighted with a green glow.
• Use a Ghillie Mantle: This item gives you partial invisibility for a short duration.

By mastering these techniques, players can effectively perform sneakattacks and gain a strategic advantage in battles against the fiercecreatures of Monster Hunter Wilds.

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