Impressive Launch of Monster Hunter Wilds

Capcom's latest Monster Hunter title shattered records within minutes of its Steam release. A staggering 675,000 concurrent players surged onto the servers within 30 minutes, quickly exceeding 1 million. This marks not only the most successful launch in Monster Hunter history, but also Capcom's biggest ever game launch, surpassing Monster Hunter: World's 2018 record of 334,000 concurrent players and Monster Hunter Rise's 2022 figure of 230,000. Despite this triumphant launch, the game has faced a wave of negative Steam reviews citing technical issues like bugs and crashes.

Monster Hunter Wilds offers a self-contained story, perfect for newcomers to the series. Players explore the mysterious Forbidden Lands, encountering dangerous creatures and the legendary "White Ghost," a mythical beast. Enigmatic Guardians further enrich the narrative, adding layers of intrigue to the unfolding adventure.

While pre-release reviews were largely positive, some critics suggest Capcom simplified gameplay mechanics to broaden appeal. However, many players and reviewers view these changes as a success, praising their accessibility without compromising the game's depth or quality.

Monster Hunter Wilds is available now on PS5, Xbox Series X|S, and PC.