How to pause in online mode in Monster Hunter Wilds

Although online games are great for co-op gameplay, it’s not always ideal when you have to step away. Fortunately, Monster Hunter Wilds players can pause the game, even if they are online. Here’s what you need to do to activate it.

How do you pause the game in Monster Hunter Wilds?

You can pause the game while in Online Single Player mode, which can be found on the Title Screen. If you have already logged into a lobby, you can speak to Alma to change it to this mode. You can then pause it by going to the System setting.

Once you’ve selected ‘Pause Game’ in Monster Hunter Wilds, gameplay will stop as if it were Offline Mode. If you’re in the middle of a fight, it will halt any enemy attack and keep your health intact. Though, I still recommend getting out of their line of sight just in case.

You can pick up from where you left off by selecting the Resume option. A Sub-menu is also available here for those who want to access Photo Mode. This mechanic can hide the game’s UI and display your photo album. Although you can only pause the game as a solo player, you still have access to multiplayer features. Anytime you need help, you can unleash a SOS Flare to get assistance from fellow players or NPCs.

Does Monster Hunter Wilds have an Offline Mode?

Monster Hunter Wilds does have an Offline Mode. If you look at the PlayStation Store, you’ll see that the game includes an ‘Online play optional’ feature. I tried it myself by turning off my internet, and the game went into Offline Mode immediately after. Mission progression and saves seem to work just fine in this mode, so there’s no need to worry about losing content.

Whenever you want to return to an online lobby, y♔ou can speak to Alma or use the Title Screen to change it. It may take a few seconds to reconnect, but eventually, it should return you to your original position.