Monster Hunter Wilds: A Stunning Debut

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 surpasses not only all previous Monster Hunter titles, but also every other game in Capcom's history. 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, making it a perfect entry point for newcomers to the series. Players explore the perilous Forbidden Lands, encountering dangerous creatures and unraveling the mysteries surrounding the legendary "White Ghost" and the enigmatic Guardians, who add layers of intrigue to the game's lore.

While pre-release reviews were largely positive, some critics voiced concerns about Capcom simplifying the gameplay mechanics to broaden the game's appeal. However, many players and reviewers celebrated these changes, arguing that they enhanced accessibility without compromising the game's depth or quality.

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