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Monster Hunter Wilds: Global Release Schedule Revealed

Author: Nova Apr 01,2025

Capcom has officially announced the global release times for the highly anticipated Monster Hunter Wilds. Players around the world can dive into the action on their consoles (PlayStation 5 or Xbox Series X and S) starting at 12am on Friday, February 28, local time. For those on Pacific Standard Time (PST), the excitement begins earlier, with both console and PC players able to start their adventure at 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 confirmed by Capcom. However, if you've pre-ordered the digital version, you can download the latest update now and be ready to go when the game launches on February 28.

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Monster Hunter Wilds is the latest installment in Capcom's incredibly popular monster hunting franchise. In IGN's review, Monster Hunter Wilds scored an impressive 8/10. Our review highlighted that "Monster Hunter Wilds continues to refine the series in smart ways, offering extremely enjoyable battles, albeit with a noticeable lack of challenge."

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