Being able topausehas been a staple in video games since pretty much the beginning; however, there are some games out there, likeFromSoftware’sElden Ring, that do not feature a dedicated pause button.
It makes sense for games that have online multiplayer functionality, but inMonster Hunter Wilds, you don’t need to worry because there is indeed a pause button. Still, it’s kind of buried in the menus and might not be the easiest to find for aMonster Hunternewcomer, so that’s why we made this guide to help you out.
It’s worth noting that you can only pause inMonster Hunter Wildsif you’re not connected to other players and are playing the game solo. It wouldn’t really make sense to be able to pause your gameplay session if you’re fighting a monster with three other real human players over the internet.
How to Pause in Monster Hunter Wilds
In order topause your gameplay inMonster Hunter Wilds(even when you’re fighting a monster), you’ll just need to press the menu button on your controller and then tab over with the left and right bumpers to theSystemsection. You’ll see the option toPauseat the top of the list, right aboveOptions.
Once the game is paused, you’ll no longer be able to control your character, and everything will, obviously, freeze in place.
To go back to normal and resume gameplay, you can either click into the right control stick or press the Circle button (on PS5) or the B button (Xbox).
FAQ
Q: Can You Pause in Monster Hunter Wilds?
Yes! You can pause in Monster Hunter Wilds while playing solo by hitting the menu button, tabbing over to the System section, and then pressing the Pause option at the top of the list.
