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Monster Hunter Wilds Global Release Times Confirmed

Author：Kristen Update：Mar 06,2025

Capcom has announced the worldwide release schedule for Monster Hunter Wilds.

Console players (PlayStation 5 and Xbox Series X|S) can begin their hunts at 12:00 AM on Friday, February 28th, local time. PC players will gain access later that day. However, those in the Pacific Standard Time (PST) zone can start playing on both console and PC from 9:00 PM on Thursday, February 27th.

A significant detail: Capcom states that physical copies of Monster Hunter Wilds require a 15GB day-one update. Digital pre-orders can download this update in advance to ensure a seamless launch experience on February 28th.

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Monster Hunter Wilds is the highly anticipated next installment in Capcom's acclaimed monster hunting series. IGN's review awarded the game an 8/10, praising its improvements while noting a lack of significant challenge. See IGN's Monster Hunter Wilds review and game completion time for more details. For additional pre-hunt preparation, explore our guides covering confirmed monsters and the game's 14 weapon types.