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Monster Hunter Wilds Global Release Times Confirmed

Author : Zachary Apr 14,2025

Capcom has officially announced the global release times for the eagerly awaited *Monster Hunter Wilds*. Players can dive into the adventure on their consoles (PlayStation 5 or Xbox Series X and S) starting at 12am on Friday, February 28, local time. For those on PC, the game will be available later that same day. However, if you're on Pacific Standard Time (PST), you can start playing on both console and PC as early as 9pm on Thursday, February 27.

It's important to note that if you're opting for the physical copy of *Monster Hunter Wilds*, you'll need to download a 15GB update to begin playing, as confirmed by Capcom. Those who have pre-ordered the digital version can download the latest update ahead of time, ensuring a seamless start when the game goes live on February 28.

*Monster Hunter Wilds* is the latest addition to Capcom's renowned monster hunting franchise. 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 eager to plan their gameplay, check out IGN's How Long Is Monster Hunter Wilds? to see how long it took various members of the IGN team to complete the game. Preparing for the hunt? Don't miss our comprehensive list of every confirmed monster and our guide to all 14 weapon types in the game.