Monster Hunter Wilds is introducing an arachnophobia mode in its upcoming game, which will be available in an open beta for PlayStation 5, Xbox Series X/S, and Steam. This mode will transform spider-like creatures into amusing blobs to accommodate players with arachnophobia. The beta is available now for PS Plus subscribers.
Players can easily turn on the Arachnophobia Assistance setting at the start of the game, which will change the appearance of small monsters and endemic life. This means that creatures will become golden globules that move around the environment in a more light-hearted manner.
However, it’s important to note that this mode only applies to small monsters and not the main monsters that players will be hunting. The spider-esque Lala Barina will not be affected, but it does have four legs instead of eight, making it a bit less intimidating for arachnophobes.
In addition to the arachnophobia mode, the beta also offers other accessibility options such as presets for visual, auditory, and motion sickness preferences. These options can be adjusted individually in the settings menu.
The inclusion of an arachnophobia mode in games is becoming more common, with titles like World of Warcraft and Call of Duty Black Ops 6 offering similar features. It’s a step towards making games more inclusive for players with different types of phobias and sensitivities.
The Monster Hunter Wilds beta will run from October 31st to November 4th, giving players a taste of what to expect in the full game coming in February next year. The beta features a demo that showcases a chase across sand dunes and a hunt for a monster with a large tongue.
Overall, the Monster Hunter Wilds beta promises a more approachable experience for newcomers to the series, with streamlined menus and NPC teammates to assist players. If you’re a fan of the Monster Hunter series or looking to try it out for the first time, the beta is definitely worth checking out this week.
Are you excited to try out the arachnophobia mode and other accessibility options in Monster Hunter Wilds? Let us know if you’ll be joining the beta this week!