How to Skip Cutscenes in Monster Hunter Wilds

Want to skip the cutscenes in Monster Hunter Rise? While Rise's story boasts surprisingly well-developed characters and a compelling narrative, some hunters just want to get straight to the action. If that's you, here's how to bypass those cinematic interludes.

Skipping Cutscenes in Monster Hunter Rise

Tired of those lengthy cutscenes? Simply hold down the Y key on your keyboard, or the back button on your controller. Hold it for about a second to skip. If you're using a less common control scheme, briefly press a few buttons during a cutscene; a prompt in the top-right corner will indicate the correct button to hold for skipping.

You can also pause cutscenes if you want to ensure you don't miss anything important. Many of Rise's cutscenes are integral to the story, so skipping is only recommended on subsequent playthroughs.

Alternatively, you can rewatch cutscenes at your leisure through the in-game menu. This allows you to revisit memorable moments, like stunning monster introductions, at your convenience, perhaps to grab a screenshot or two. While this might disrupt the narrative flow slightly, it's a great way to appreciate the game's visual details.