"Monster Hunter Wilds Hits Nearly 1 Million Concurrent Players on Steam, Set to Grow Further"

Monster Hunter Wilds has made a monumental impact with its launch, attracting nearly 1 million concurrent players on Steam alone. This action-packed adventure from Capcom, available on PC, PlayStation 5, and Xbox Series X and S, has quickly secured its place as the eighth most-played game on Steam with an impressive peak of 987,482 concurrent users. This figure surpasses the all-time peaks of renowned titles such as Elden Ring, Hogwarts Legacy, and Baldur's Gate 3. It's also noteworthy that Monster Hunter Wilds has already eclipsed the concurrent player record of its predecessor, Monster Hunter World, which reached a high of 334,684 in 2018.

It's important to recognize that the true peak concurrent player count for Monster Hunter Wilds is likely even higher, as neither Sony nor Microsoft disclose player numbers for their platforms. As the game enters its first weekend on sale, speculation abounds regarding how high the Steam concurrent figure might climb. There's a strong chance it will surpass the 1 million mark today, potentially overtaking Cyberpunk 2077. Some even wonder if it could reach an astonishing 2 million concurrent players.

While Capcom has yet to release official sales numbers for Monster Hunter Wilds, the game's launch suggests a major success. For context, Monster Hunter World achieved 25 million sales within six years, becoming Capcom's best-selling title ever. However, it's not all smooth sailing for Monster Hunter Wilds, as it currently holds a 'mixed' user review rating on Steam due to reported performance issues.

IGN's review of Monster Hunter Wilds awarded it an 8/10, commending the game for refining the series' mechanics in smart ways to deliver enjoyable combat, though noting a lack of significant challenge. For those curious about the game's duration, you can check out our How Long Is Monster Hunter Wilds? page, which details how long it took various IGN team members to complete the game. If you're gearing up for your own hunt, don't miss our comprehensive list of every confirmed monster in Monster Hunter Wilds, along with our guide to all 14 weapon types in the game.