Eager to dive straight into the action in *Monster Hunter Wilds*? While this latest installment boasts a compelling narrative with well-developed characters, we know some players are here primarily for the thrill of the hunt. If you're one of those looking to bypass the storytelling and get to the heart of the game—the monster battles—here's how you can skip those cutscenes.
Skipping Cutscenes in Monster Hunter Wilds
If you find the cutscenes dragging on a bit too long, you can easily skip them. Simply hold down the Y key on your keyboard or the back button on your controller. You'll need to hold it for about a second. If you're using a non-standard control setup, you can press a few buttons during a cutscene, and the game will display the correct input in the top-right corner of your screen.
It's also worth mentioning that you can pause cutscenes while they're playing. This feature is handy if you want to ensure you don't miss any crucial plot points. Although previous *Monster Hunter* games have had somewhat skippable cutscenes, *Wilds* integrates them more deeply into the storyline. We recommend skipping only if you're on a subsequent playthrough.
On the flip side, if you've skipped a cutscene and later wish to view it, you can revisit these moments through the game's menu. This allows you to appreciate the narrative at your own pace, perhaps even capturing screenshots of those epic monster introductions that *Monster Hunter Wilds* is known for.
