Impressive Launch of Monster Hunter Wilds

Capcom's latest Monster Hunter title shattered expectations, achieving a record-breaking 675,000 concurrent players on Steam within just 30 minutes of its release, quickly surpassing 1 million. This monumental launch not only surpasses all previous Monster Hunter titles but also sets a new high for any Capcom game. Monster Hunter: World (2018) previously held the record at 334,000 concurrent players, with Monster Hunter Rise (2022) trailing at 230,000. Despite this incredible success, the game's Steam launch was met with a wave of negative reviews citing technical issues, including bugs and frequent crashes.

Monster Hunter Wilds offers a self-contained narrative, 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 compelling storyline.

While pre-release reviews were largely positive, some critics pointed to a simplification of gameplay mechanics, a change intended to broaden the game's appeal. However, many players and reviewers consider these adjustments successful, arguing that accessibility was improved without compromising the game's depth and overall quality.

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