As the player progresses in the game, they will unlock new weapons and armors, allowing players to hunt more challenging monsters.

Building Karakuri consumes thread, which can be acquired through simply attacking enemies. Players can also build Karakuri to aid transversal. Constructed items are permanent until they are destroyed by Kemono. These items can be combined to form larger machines, such as a bulwark that blocks an enemy's path. For instance, players can build crates which can be leapt off of to perform powerful attacks, or a torch which can be used to ignite enemies. In addition to using weapons to defeat enemies, players can also build items to assist combat through the Karakuri mechanic. The game features eight different weapon types, including the likes of wagasa and katana. Azuma is not an open world, but instead, several large areas that players can freely explore. Players assume the role of a nameless hunter, who must embark on quests to hunt down massive monsters known as Kemono in the world of Azuma. The game was released for PlayStation 5, Windows, and Xbox Series X/S on February 17. The game tasks the player to hunt massive monsters in Azuma, a fantasy world inspired by feudal Japan. Wild Hearts is a 2023 action role-playing video game developed by Omega Force and published by Electronic Arts under its EA Originals label.

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