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Monster Hunter Wilds Global Release Times Confirmed

by Sarah Apr 08,2025

Capcom has officially announced the global release times for the highly anticipated Monster Hunter Wilds. Players eager to dive into the latest installment of this iconic franchise can mark their calendars for February 28, 2025. For those on console (PlayStation 5 or Xbox Series X and S), the game will be available starting at 12am local time on that Friday. PC players will have to wait a bit longer, with the game becoming available later in the day. However, if you're in the Pacific Standard Time (PST) zone, you're in luck—console and PC players alike can 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. On the other hand, if you've pre-ordered the digital version, you can download the latest update now to ensure you're ready to go as soon as the game launches on February 28.

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Monster Hunter Wilds is the latest addition to Capcom's renowned monster hunting franchise, eagerly awaited by fans worldwide. IGN's review of Monster Hunter Wilds awarded it an impressive 8/10, stating: "Monster Hunter Wilds continues to smooth off the rougher corners of the series in smart ways, making for some extremely fun fights but also lacking any real challenge."

For those curious about the game's length, check out our How Long Is Monster Hunter Wilds? page, where various members of the IGN team share their completion times. As you prepare for your hunt, don't miss our comprehensive list of every confirmed monster in Monster Hunter Wilds, along with a detailed guide to all 14 weapon types available in the game.