Capcom's latest Monster Hunter title shattered records within minutes of its Steam release. A staggering 675,000 concurrent players were logged within 30 minutes, quickly surpassing 1 million. This achievement marks not only the most successful launch in Monster Hunter history but also the best ever for Capcom as a whole, eclipsing Monster Hunter: World's (2018) peak of 334,000 and Monster Hunter Rise's (2022) 230,000. Despite this triumph, the game's Steam page is flooded with negative reviews citing technical problems like bugs and crashes.
Monster Hunter Wilds boasts a self-contained narrative, perfect for newcomers to the franchise. Set in a world teeming with perilous beasts, the player unravels the secrets of the Forbidden Lands, encountering the legendary "White Ghost" and mysterious Guardians who enrich the game's lore.
Pre-release reviews were largely positive, though some critics voiced concerns about simplified gameplay mechanics aimed at broadening the player base. However, many players and reviewers see these changes as a success, arguing that accessibility was improved without compromising depth or quality.
Monster Hunter Wilds is currently available on PC and modern consoles (PS5, Xbox Series X|S).
