# GameCat: MHWS — Unofficial Assist, Build, WIki

> Unofficial companion app for Monster Hunter Wilds, offering wiki and build simulator. (iPhone/iPad app by 九思 李.)

- Source: https://appshunter.io/ios/app/gamecat-mhws/id6742364507 (this page in markdown: same URL + `.md`)
- Developer: [九思 李](https://appshunter.io/developer/986361942)
- Category: Utilities, Reference
- Price: Free with in-app purchases
- Rating: 4.30/5 from 35 App Store ratings · 35 written reviews indexed
- Age rating: 9+
- Requires: iOS 13.0 · 114 MB
- Languages: American English, Chinese (Simplified, China), Chinese (Traditional, Taiwan)
- Released: 2025-03-02
- Data updated: 2026-08-29
- Monetization: free with in-app purchases
- User reviews in markdown: https://appshunter.io/ios/app/gamecat-mhws/id6742364507/reviews.md

## What is GameCat?

~~~ Monster Hunter Wilds Companion App ~~~
Build Simulator * Wikipedia * Stunning UI

- GAME WIKIPEDIA, WITH A POWERFUL SEARCH ENGINE
  Setting filters to find anything from the game. The filters can be anything you want, elements, slots, weapon augments, skills.. or just use keywords!
  Star an item for your targets. Need a weapon? Complete a quest? Mark them as your favorites, so that you can visit later!


- MAKE GEAR SETS!
  Use the powerful build simulator to make build sets! 
  

Everything you want from Monster Hunter Wilds, all in this app!

Discord: https://discord.gg/JTBtryQU

Brave hunter! Take me along! 
I will be your best partner to help you explore the new world!

## Key features

- Game wiki with powerful search
- Filter items by elements, skills, and more
- Favorite items and quests
- Build simulator for gear sets
- Stunning user interface

## Pricing and in-app purchases

Base price: Free.

**One-time purchases**

| Purchase | Price | Type |
| --- | --- | --- |
| VIP Member | $2.99 | one-time |
| Tip | $6.99 | one-time |
| Patch Delivery | $0.99 | one-time |


## What do users think of GameCat?

Overall sentiment: neutral

**Pros**

- 🚀 Fantastic build simulator
- 👍 Great companion app for MH experience
- 👍 Useful set builder and skill planner

**Cons**

- 🐛 Language settings don't work as expected
- 🔒 Paywall for some key features
- 🔧 UI and configuration tools need improvement

**Commonly reported bugs**

- Armor info not updated in a timely manner
- Slow app launch and performance issues

**Most requested features**

- English language support
- Offline mode or local data storage

## Recent user reviews (10 of 35)

All indexed reviews: https://appshunter.io/ios/app/gamecat-mhws/id6742364507/reviews.md

### 5/5 — 还算好用哦

*2026-07-27*

现在买会员还有打折

### 5/5 — 重启应用会黑屏////////开发者已修复

*2026-05-23*

每次用完第二次再用打开就是黑屏，只能卸载重装才可以，联系了作者一个月了，也没有动静，赶快修复啊喂//////////////开发者已修复，现在可以正常使用了，厉害了老大～

**Developer response:** 抱歉最近在更新物语3的APP，如果这次更新没有修好的话，请您联系QQ 1918024995 这边需要您帮助测试一下喔

### 5/5 — 1

*2026-04-15*

从世界就在用这系列app，很实用，我应该支付我使用这个工具的费用，希望作者也能够继续做下去，后面有东西及时更新。

### 5/5 — 非常好用的打猎软件

*2026-02-23*

软件很实用，也方便配装。世界、崛起一直用过来的老会员了，不过作者好久做一个可以通过照片或者摄像头就能自动录入护石技能和孔位的功能？护石多了，手动录入太麻烦了。（来自老用户的小小建议）

### 5/5 — 好用

*2026-01-02*

主要是用来看各种状态的属性吸收和斩打击肉质

### 5/5 — 一如既往的好

*2025-12-23*

从mhwo就开始用了 作者大大一直很用心 资料非常全面 支持支持

### 5/5 — Always amazing !!!

*2025-07-24, version 1.9.1*

Best build app in the market and has been with it since Monster Hunter World. Keep up your great work !

### 5/5 — Fun and easy

*2025-07-05*

App is very easy to use and has amazing functionality in my opinion! Makes theory crafting so much easier as well as just being able to look for and put together ideas.

**Developer response:** Thank you for your review. will  keep update for better experience.

### 5/5 — 什么情况，登陆一直显示服务器出错

*2025-07-03*

app上线后第一时间付费成为了会员，现在到好，直接不让登陆了？？？？

**Developer response:** 感谢反馈问题，可以将无法配装的搜索条件发送至mhwo_feedback@outlook.com，我会检查配装器算法的！
编辑：
如果您无法登录，可以给这边发送邮件帮助您找回密码，服务器状态一直是正常的喔。

### 5/5 — Useful and Convenient

*2025-05-02*

App has information for general use for monster weakness and traits. Skills are easily accessible and can hop between different skills fluidly to go down a rabbit hole of ideas easily.

Would recommend, handy to have for planning for hunts away from game.

## Frequently asked questions about GameCat

### What does the GameCat: MHWS app do?

This app serves as an unofficial companion for Monster Hunter Wilds. It provides a comprehensive in-game wiki with a powerful search engine to find items, skills, and more. It also includes a build simulator to help players create and manage their gear sets.

### What are the key features of this app?

Key features include a game wiki with advanced filtering options, the ability to favorite items and quests for easy access, and a robust build simulator for creating and optimizing gear sets. The app also boasts a stunning user interface.

### Is this app free to use?

The app is free to download and use, but it does offer in-app purchases. This means you can access core functionalities without cost, with optional purchases available for additional content or features.

### Who is this app designed for?

This app is designed for players of Monster Hunter Wilds. It's particularly useful for those who want quick access to game information, need help planning their character builds, or want to keep track of important items and quests.

### Can I use this app to plan my character builds?

Yes, a core feature of the app is its powerful build simulator. You can use this tool to experiment with different weapons, armor, and skills to create optimal gear sets tailored to your playstyle and in-game objectives.

## Version history (last 5 releases)

### 1.14.6 — 2026-08-15

Fixed a startup failure after updating when the saved login session had expired or automatic sign-in failed.

### 1.14.5 — 2026-08-13

Fixed third-party sign-in buttons not following the app language.

### 1.14.4 — 2026-08-12

Fixed an issue that could prevent sharing build cards on some iOS devices.
Fixed excluded armor, talisman, and weapon filters not refreshing immediately after reset.
Improved QR code scanning guidance, wiki browsing, and the experience on larger screens.
Improved overall stability.

### 1.14.3 — 2026-08-11

- Fixed an issue that prevented the system share sheet from opening for build cards on some iOS and iPadOS devices.
- Improved sharing compatibility and stability.

### 1.14.2 — 2026-06-14

Improved automatic login state synchronization.
Fixed an issue where VIP benefits might not refresh correctly after reopening the app, even when the account appeared logged in.
Minor stability improvements.

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| [MHWilds Companion](https://appshunter.io/ios/app/mhwilds-companion/id6743035428) | 4.8 (97) | Free | Utilities |
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## More apps by 九思 李

- [MHOtomo: World](https://appshunter.io/ios/app/mhotomo-world/id1365915425)
- [GameCat: MHRise](https://appshunter.io/ios/app/gamecat-mhrise/id1561983275)
- [GameCat: MHST2](https://appshunter.io/ios/app/gamecat-mhst2/id1577133339)
- [MHOtomo: Stories 3](https://appshunter.io/ios/app/mhotomo-stories-3/id6759957283)

All apps by 九思 李: https://appshunter.io/developer/986361942

## Related topics

[mhws](https://appshunter.io/ios/topics/mhws) · [mhwilds](https://appshunter.io/ios/topics/mhwilds) · [mhwilds companion](https://appshunter.io/ios/topics/mhwilds-companion) · [monster hunter wilds](https://appshunter.io/ios/topics/monster-hunter-wilds) · [mhw](https://appshunter.io/ios/topics/mhw) · [guides mh wilds](https://appshunter.io/ios/topics/guides-mh-wilds)

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*Data collected daily from the US App Store and indexed by [AppsHunter](https://appshunter.io/). User reviews are verbatim App Store reviews. Ratings, prices and chart positions refresh continuously; this snapshot is from 2026-08-29.*