Seliana was Hoarfrost Reach's hub area, where players can visit weaponsmiths and chefs. Snow would also slow down the player's movement.
As it is set in a cold environment, players need to consume hot drinks or visit hotsprings so that their stamina would not deplete. As the player slowly progresses in the story, more areas in Hoarfrost Reach will be opened up for players to explore. Iceborne features a new arctic ecosystem named Hoarfrost Reach, said to be one of the largest maps created by the team, where players will encounter both new and returning creatures.
Similar to the base game, Iceborne the player takes the role of a Hunter, slaying or trapping large monsters solo or cooperatively with other players.
See also: Gameplay of Monster Hunter: World
