Impressive Launch of Monster Hunter Wilds

Capcom's latest Monster Hunter title shattered records just 30 minutes after its Steam release, boasting over 675,000 concurrent players and quickly surpassing 1 million. This marks not only the best launch in Monster Hunter history but also Capcom's best-ever game launch. The previous record holder, Monster Hunter: World (2018), peaked at 334,000 concurrent players, with Monster Hunter Rise (2022) trailing at 230,000. Despite this phenomenal success, the game's Steam launch was met with a wave of negative reviews citing technical issues like bugs and crashes.

Monster Hunter Wilds offers a self-contained storyline, perfect for newcomers to the series. Players explore the mysterious Forbidden Lands, encountering dangerous creatures and the legendary "White Ghost," a mythical beast. Intriguing Guardians add depth and complexity to the narrative.

While pre-release reviews were largely positive, some critics suggested Capcom simplified gameplay mechanics to broaden the appeal. However, many players and reviewers praised these changes, arguing they enhanced accessibility without compromising depth or quality.

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