Monster hunting is a challenging endeavor that requires thorough preparation, and one of the key elements of readiness is ensuring you've eaten a nutritious meal. In *Monster Hunter Wilds*, preparing your own meals is essential for optimal performance during your hunts. 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
Unlike previous entries in the series such as *World* and *Rise*, where you could rely on a Palico NPC to prepare your meals, *Monster Hunter Wilds* requires you to take matters into your own hands. Here are the two methods available for cooking your meals:
- By cooking in your tent: When you accept a new quest, take a moment to prepare. Navigate to your tent, access the BBQ Menu by pressing L1 or R1, and select the "Grill a Meal" option.
- By using the Portable BBQ Grill: Alternatively, you can use the Portable BBQ Grill from your inventory. Simply select it, press the square button to activate it, and proceed to cook your meal from there.
Which Meals to Cook?
In the cooking menu, you have three options for meal preparation: recommended, custom, or favorite. Here's what you need to know about each:
- Recommended Meals: These are straightforward and consist of a Ration along with any additional ingredients you have. Cooking with just Rations provides a 30-minute buff, boosting your Health by +50, Stamina by +150, and Attack by +2. Adding ingredients extends the duration by an additional 20 minutes. This meal serves as the bare minimum for your hunt preparation.
- Custom Meals: For a more tailored approach, choose the custom meal option. You can select one Ration (meat, fish, or veggies), one ingredient, and your finishing touches. The type of Ration you choose will determine specific buffs like increased attack, defense, or elemental resistances. Ingredients and finishing touches further enhance your meal, offering benefits like improved gathering or reduced damage taken.
Once you've made your selection, start cooking, and your Hunter will automatically consume the meal, ensuring you're ready for the challenges ahead.
That's how you cook and eat meals in *Monster Hunter Wilds*. For more tips and information on the game, be sure to check out The Escapist.
