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Monster Hunter Wilds: How Barrel Bowling Works
Monster Hunter Wilds continues to evolve and expand its universe with fresh content, mini-games, and mechanics. With the arrival of Title Update 1, players have been treated to new monsters, story updates, and exciting side activities — one of the most entertaining being Barrel Bowling.
This bombastic new mode has quickly become a fan-favorite among hunters who enjoy blending skill, precision, and a good dose of chaotic fun. Let’s break down exactly what Barrel Bowling is, how it works, and why the community is already in love with it.
What Is Barrel Bowling?
Barrel Bowling is a brand-new mini-game introduced in Monster Hunter Wilds with the first major title update. Available within the newly added Grand Hub, it challenges players to roll explosive barrels down a lane to knock over monster-shaped targets — think of it as a wild blend between classic bowling and Monster Hunter’s signature explosive flair.
The result? A competition of precision, power, and timing wrapped in a layer of ridiculous fun.
Where To Find Barrel Bowling
To take part in Barrel Bowling, head over to the Grand Hub, a central activity hub introduced in the update. You’ll find a clearly marked area decorated with stacked barrels and run by an NPC named Bakkun the Bombardier. He manages the Barrel Bowling arena and offers:
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Solo challenge matches
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Weekly competitive tournaments
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Local multiplayer events for up to four players
Whether you’re in it for glory, laughs, or exclusive cosmetics, this is the place to be.
How To Play Barrel Bowling
The rules are straightforward but require a good sense of timing:
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Choose Your Barrel Type
Pick from standard barrels, heavy barrels, or high-explosive variants. Each has its own behavior. -
Aim Carefully
Align your hunter on the lane, adjust the angle and strength of your throw. -
Release and Boom!
Time your release to hit as many targets as possible. Watch out for dynamic obstacles and lane layouts.
Barrel Types include:
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Standard Barrel: Balanced and easy to control
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Heavy Barrel: Deals more damage but harder to aim
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Elemental Barrels: Fire, Ice, Thunder — each adds a unique status effect
Game Modes Available
Barrel Bowling offers three main modes for players to enjoy:
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Solo Challenge: Aim for the highest score in three rounds
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Weekly Tournament: Compete on a global leaderboard for top-tier rewards
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Local Multiplayer: Play with up to three other friends in your lobby
Every game session offers new lane layouts, randomized power-ups, and environmental hazards, keeping the gameplay fresh and unpredictable.
Barrel Bowling Rewards
Beyond being fun, Barrel Bowling offers tangible rewards. Here’s what you can earn:
Objective | Reward |
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Score above 5000 | 2x Big Barrel Bombs |
Weekly Top Score | Exclusive Profile Title |
Complete Daily Challenge | Bowling Coins (used for cosmetics) |
Rank in Weekly Top 100 | “Grand Hub Bombardier” aesthetic set |
Bowling Coins can be exchanged for:
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Avatar cosmetics
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Chat stickers
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Custom sound effects for throws
Why Everyone Is Talking About Barrel Bowling
Barrel Bowling isn’t just a time-waster — it’s a welcome break between monster hunts and a clever way to practice aiming with explosive devices. Its quirky charm, unpredictable outcomes, and laugh-out-loud gameplay have already made it one of the most beloved features in Monster Hunter Wilds’ Grand Hub.
It also doubles as a low-pressure, high-reward activity perfect for casual and competitive players alike. Expect limited-time events with modifiers like:
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Invisible barrels
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Low gravity
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Moving targets
These make each match even more chaotic — and memorable.
Fun Facts and Trivia
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Highest Score Recorded: 13,250 points — achieved using a fire-enhanced explosive barrel on a sloped lane
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NPC Interactions: Some NPCs will cheer, react, or challenge you after witnessing perfect throws
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Developer Insight: Barrel Bowling is based on a scrapped mini-game from Monster Hunter Portable 3rd that never made it to Western audiences
Conclusion
Barrel Bowling proves that Monster Hunter Wilds is more than epic monster battles — it’s also about having fun, trying new things, and making the most out of every feature the game world offers.
Whether you’re a hardcore hunter or a laid-back explorer, this mode delivers light-hearted action with a blast. Literally.
Have you tried Barrel Bowling yet? What’s your high score? Let us know in the comments and check back soon for more Monster Hunter Wilds guides, tips, and secrets!