Learn more about the Forbidden Lands in our updated list of locations and regions for Monster Hunter Wilds.
![Monster Hunter Wilds](https://static.deltiasgaming.com/2025/02/Monster-Hunter-Wilds-1.jpg)
Monster Hunter Wilds features a vast array of hunting locales that together form the game’s open-world map. Each location has its diverse ecosystem and is home to different monsters and settlements. Adding to the challenge, every location has its own unique weather patterns. This can influence hunts and create new obstacles for you to overcome. These elements work together to enhance immersion, making the world feel more alive and unpredictable.
In this guide, we’ll list all the locations and regions in the Monster Hunter Wilds beta, along with the monsters you can encounter for each area.
The list will be updated when more information is available.
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Complete List of All Locations in Monster Hunter Wilds
Here is a quick rundown of all the confirmed ecosystems in the Forbidden Lands in Monster Hunter Wilds:
- Windward Plains
- Scarlet Forest
- Oilwell Basin
- Iceshard Cliffs
More details about each region can be found below.
Windward Plains
![Monster Hunter Wilds- Windward Planes](https://static.deltiasgaming.com/2025/02/Monster-Hunter-Wilds-.jpg)
The first area you unlock is the Windward Plains. This area features sandy deserts, grasslands, and giant rock formations, and is brimming with wildlife.
Settlements and Other Locations
![Monster Hunter Wilds -Kunafa, Windsong Village](https://static.deltiasgaming.com/2025/02/Monster-Hunter-Wilds-Kunafa-Windsong-Village.jpg)
Venturing further into the Windward Plains, you will find the Kunafa, Windsong Village. This settlement is also the home of the Seikret, one of the mountable creatures in the game.
Windward Plains Monsters List
- Rey Dau
- Balahara
- Quematrice
- Doshguma
- Chatacabra
Scarlet Forest
![Monster Hunter Wilds - Scarlet Forest](https://static.deltiasgaming.com/2025/02/Monster-Hunter-Wilds-1-1.jpg)
The river found in the Windward Plains leads to the Scarlet Forest. The name is taken from its crimson-red flora and the flowing water in the river. Torrential rainstorms are common in this area.
Settlements and Other Locations
![The Wudwud Hideout](https://static.deltiasgaming.com/2025/02/Monster-Hunter-Wilds-Wudwud-Hideout.jpg)
Deep within the forest lies the Wudwud Hideout. This area is home to a Lynian tribe called the Wudwuds.
Windward Plains Monsters List
- Uth Duna
- Lala Barina
Oilwell Basin
![Monster Hunter Wilds - Oilwell Basin](https://static.deltiasgaming.com/2025/02/Monster-Hunter-Wilds-Oilwell-Basin.jpg)
The Oilwell Basin features a unique landscape, with oil seeping from the ground. This creates hazardous pools that are highly flammable. This area has an inclemency known as the Firespring where certain areas spontaneously ignite, creating additional dangers for hunters.
Settlements and Other Locations
![Monster Hunter Wilds - Village of Azuz](https://static.deltiasgaming.com/2025/02/Monster-Hunter-Wilds-Village-of-Azuz.jpg)
The unique properties of the region led to the formation of the village of Azuz. The place is home to skilled craftsmen who possess knowledge of ancient techniques passed down through generations.
Oilwell Basin Monsters List
- Nu Udra
- Rompopolo
- Ajarakan
Iceshard Cliffs
![Monster Hunter Wilds -Iceshard Cliffs](https://static.deltiasgaming.com/2025/02/Monster-Hunter-Wilds-Monster-Hunter-Wilds-.jpg)
A frozen landscape that is constantly swept with snowy blizzards. Not much is known about this region yet. More information might surface once Monster Hunter Wilds gets a full release this February 28, 2025.
Iceshard Cliffs Monsters List
- Hirabami
- Nercylla
- Gore Magala
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