How To Use the Great Sword in Monster Hunter Wilds: All Moves and Combos
Author: Eric
Mar 14,2025
The *Monster Hunter* series is renowned for its diverse weapon selection, and the Great Sword in *Monster Hunter Wilds* is a prime example of powerful, albeit slow, combat. This guide will help you master this behemoth of a blade.
The Great Sword's defining characteristic is its devastating single-hit potential. One well-timed swing can inflict massive damage, but strategic use is key. Upgrades further enhance its power and add elemental effects.
All Great Sword Moves
| Command | Move | Description |
|---|---|---|
| Triangle/Y | Overhead Slash | A quick overhead attack, chainable into charged attacks. |
| Holding Triangle/Y | Charge/Charged Slash | A powerful slashing attack; damage increases with charge time. |
| Holding Triangle/Y + Circle/B | Tackle | A rising slash that can interrupt monster attacks. A perfectly timed release stuns the monster, allowing a follow-up Cross Slash (Triangle/Y). |
| Circle/B | Wide Slash | A wide-sweeping attack. Chainable after a Tackle (Leaping Wide Slash) or Strong Charged Slash (Strong Wide Slash). |
| Triangle/Y + Circle/B | Rising Slash | Attacks high on the monster. |
| Holding Triangle/Y + Circle/B | Offset Rising Slash | A charged rising slash that interrupts monster attacks and stuns them, allowing a follow-up Cross Slash (Triangle/Y). |
| R2/RT | Guard | Blocks attacks; directional guarding possible with Focus Mode. |
| R2/RT + Triangle/Y | Kick | A kick performed while guarding. |
| L2/LT + R1/RB | Focus Slash/Perforate | A sweeping attack highly effective against wounded areas. Pressing R1/RB during the attack allows for an early finish. |
Mastering Great Sword Combos
True Charged Slash Combo
This three-hit combo (Triangle/Y x3) starts with an Overhead Slash, followed by a Strong Charged Slash, and culminates in the devastating True Charged Slash. Charging each attack (holding Triangle/Y) increases damage. A hit on a weak point triggers the even more powerful True Charged Slash (Power). A shortcut involves dodging after the initial Overhead Slash to immediately transition to the Strong Charged Slash with Triangle/Y.
Forward Lunging Combo
Ideal for wider targets, this combo (Circle/B x3) consists of a Wide Slash, a Tackle, and a Leaping Wide Slash, covering a significant area. Using Focus Mode simultaneously improves accuracy.
Stationary Combo
Best used against paralyzed monsters, this four-hit combo (Wide Slash and Rising Slash repeated twice) provides consistent pressure but lower damage compared to other combos.
Defense and Counterattacks
Offset Rising Slash Counter
Holding Triangle/Y + Circle/B charges the Offset Rising Slash. Releasing it precisely as a monster attacks stuns it, enabling a follow-up Cross Slash. Perfect timing is essential.
Guarding and Perfect Guards
Holding R2/RT guards, reducing incoming damage at the cost of stamina. A perfectly timed guard (at the moment of impact) results in a Perfect Guard, negating all damage and sometimes leading to a Power Clash (mash Circle/B to win and knock down the monster).
This comprehensive guide equips you to wield the Great Sword effectively in Monster Hunter Wilds. For more gaming insights, explore The Escapist.
Monster Hunter Wilds is available now on PlayStation, Xbox, and PC.
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