Monster Hunter Wilds: Global Release Times Announced

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Monster Hunter Wilds: Global Release Times Announced

May 14,25

Capcom has officially announced the global launch times for the much-anticipated Monster Hunter Wilds. If you're eager to dive into this latest installment of the beloved monster hunting franchise, here's what you need to know about when you can start playing.

Generally, players can access Monster Hunter Wilds on their consoles (PlayStation 5 or Xbox Series X and S) starting at 12am on Friday, February 28, local time. PC gamers will be able to join the hunt later in the day. However, if you're on Pacific Standard Time (PST), you're in for a treat; you can play on both console and PC starting from 9pm on Thursday, February 27.

It's important to note that if you've opted for a physical copy of Monster Hunter Wilds, you'll need to download a 15GB update before you can start playing, as per Capcom's instructions. On the other hand, if you've pre-ordered the digital version, you can download the latest update now to ensure you're ready to go the moment Monster Hunter Wilds goes live on February 28.

Monster Hunter Wilds is the next big title in Capcom's successful monster hunting video game series. IGN's review of Monster Hunter Wilds awarded it an impressive 8/10, stating: "Monster Hunter Wilds continues to smooth off the rougher corners of the series in smart ways, making for some extremely fun fights but also lacking any real challenge."

For those curious about the game's length, be sure to check out our How Long Is Monster Hunter Wilds? page, where members of the IGN team share how long it took them to complete the game. As you prepare for your adventure, don't miss our list of every confirmed monster in Monster Hunter Wilds, along with our comprehensive guide to all 14 weapon types available in the game.

Monster Hunter Wilds global launch timing. Image credit: Capcom.