Monster Hunter Wilds Release Date and Early Access Details Revealed

2025-03-03

The highly anticipated release of Monster Hunter Wilds is set for Friday, February 28, 2025, with varying launch times across different regions and platforms. Capcom has confirmed that console players on PlayStation 5 and Xbox Series X/S can access the game starting at 12:00 AM local time on February 28. However, players in the Pacific Standard Time (PST) zone can begin playing as early as 9:00 PM on Thursday, February 27. PC players, on the other hand, will gain access later in the day on February 28.

For those eager to start playing even earlier, the “New Zealand trick” allows console players to unlock the game sooner by changing their console’s region settings. Xbox users can adjust their location settings to New Zealand, while PlayStation 5 players must create a new account tied to the New Zealand store. This trick enables players to access the game at 7:00 AM ET on February 27.

Physical copies of Monster Hunter Wilds require a 15GB update to play, while digital pre-orders can be pre-loaded with the latest update to ensure a smooth launch. The game has already received positive reviews, with a Metascore of 90, and is being hailed as a potential Game of the Year contender. Fans worldwide are gearing up for what promises to be one of the biggest gaming events of 2025.