Capcom has officially confirmed that Street Fighter's Akuma brings more than just style to Monster Hunter Wilds. In an announcement on May 22, 2025, the Monster Hunter team revealed that Akuma's signature fighting moves actually deal damage to monsters, with attack power scaling based on your equipped weapon.
Akuma's Fighting Techniques Pack a Real Punch
Hunters looking to channel their inner Street Fighter have reason to celebrate. The official Monster Hunter account confirmed that when using Akuma's special moves in Monster Hunter Wilds, you'll be dealing actual damage to your prey, not just showing off flashy animations.
What makes this crossover particularly interesting is how the system integrates with existing Monster Hunter mechanics. The damage output from Akuma's martial arts techniques directly scales with your equipped weapon's attack power, maintaining the game's core progression systems while adding this unique combat option.
Yes, Akuma's fighting moves deal damage!
— Monster Hunter (@monsterhunter) May 22, 2025
The attack power of these unique actions is determined by your equipped weapon and can be boosted considerably by equipping the full armor set over the layered version! pic.twitter.com/6a40Zgpbmy
How to Maximize Akuma's Power
For hunters wanting to maximize the effectiveness of these Street Fighter moves, Capcom has provided a crucial tip: wearing the complete Akuma armor set (not just the layered cosmetic version) significantly boosts the attack power of these special techniques. This creates an interesting strategic choice for players weighing fashion against function.
What Does This Mean for Monster Hunter's Future?
This Street Fighter crossover represents Capcom leveraging its diverse portfolio to enhance the Monster Hunter Wilds experience. The integration of Akuma's moves as functional combat techniques rather than purely cosmetic additions shows a thoughtful approach to crossover content that respects both franchises.
With the game's February 28, 2025 release date approaching, this announcement suggests Capcom is focused on creating meaningful gameplay variations that go beyond simple visual collaborations. Hunters can look forward to experiencing these techniques firsthand when the game launches on PC, PlayStation 5, and Xbox Series X|S.
For additional details about Akuma in Monster Hunter, check out the official information page.