Impressive Launch of Monster Hunter Wilds

Capcom's latest Monster Hunter title shattered Steam records within 30 minutes of its launch, boasting over 675,000 concurrent players and quickly surpassing 1 million. This marks not only the most successful launch in Monster Hunter history, but also Capcom's most successful game launch ever, eclipsing Monster Hunter: World's 334,000 concurrent players and Monster Hunter Rise's 230,000. Despite this phenomenal success, the game's Steam page is flooded with negative reviews citing technical problems, including bugs and crashes.

Monster Hunter Wilds presents a self-contained narrative, perfect for newcomers to the franchise. The game unfolds in a world teeming with perilous creatures, as the protagonist delves into the secrets of the Forbidden Lands. This journey introduces players to the legendary "White Ghost," a mythical beast, and the mysterious Guardians, adding layers of intrigue to the story.

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

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