How to play Offline Mode in Monster Hunter Wilds

While you can easily lose yourself in the vast world of Monster Hunter Wilds online, there’s a way to experience the adventure solo in Offline Mode. It requires a specific technique, and we’re here to show you what you need to do.

How do you play Monster Hunter Wilds in Offline Mode?

When you first browse the Monster Hunter Wilds’ main menu, you’ll notice that an Offline Mode isn’t present. However, you can enter this mode by playing Online Single Player and turning off the internet on your device. If you’re currently playing the game, you’ll receive a notification indicating that you are now in Offline Mode.

You can also turn off your internet and start playing Online Single Player to produce the same effect. When you do it this way, you will receive a message: ‘Unable to connect to server.’ Just hit the Close button on this notification twice, and it should take you over to Monster Hunter Wilds’ Offline Mode.

Offline Mode operates similarly to online lobbies, with the exception of co-op features. However, you can still rely on the convenience of the SOS Flares when you need help, as NPC Support will arrive to join your team temporarily. There’s even a way to pause the game if you need to step away. Fortunately, your progress will transfer to the online version once you’ve made the switch.

Anytime you’re ready to jump back online, speak to Alma and go to ‘Change Lobby Menu.’ You can select lobbies, private sessions, and Online Single Player from here. Alternatively, you can simply exit the game and just log back into a designated lobby. It’s crucial for those who want to claim items from Monster Hunter World or beta tests, which mandate an online connection. You’ll also need it to 100 percent Monster Hunter Wilds’ trophy collection, including the Hunter United Forever achievement that requires 100 multiplayer quests.