Monster Hunter Wilds: Everything we know so far about Capcom's new game
Jun. 4, 2024The Monster Hunter Wilds release date has finally been confirmed, so here’s everything you need to know ahead of the new game!
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Monster Hunter Wilds is set to be another blockbuster entry inCapcom’s ongoing franchise, the follow-up to the record-breakingMonster Hunter World. Considering this is the successor to Capcom’s best-selling game of all time, there’s heightened anticipation for Monster Hunter Wilds, and it’s easily at the top of our list for one of the most excitingnew gamesheading our way next year.
So, as we get ready for one of the most promisingupcoming PS5 games, here’s everything you need to know about the Monster Hunter Wilds release date, gameplay, trailers, and more.
Monster Hunter Wilds release date
What’s great about Monster Hunter Wilds is that it’ll be released across all platforms simultaneously -PC, PS5, and Xbox Series X/S systems.
This might not be a huge change from Monster Hunter World, which similarly arrived across all platforms at once. Still, it is a pleasant change from the more recent Monster Hunter Rise, which began life as aNintendo Switch exclusivebefore hitting console and PC systems.
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Everyone should get the chance to play the latest entry to the franchise behind some of thebest RPG gamesof all time. So this platform news is music to our gamer ears.
The Monster Hunter Wilds open beta test is taking place in two stages with an exclusive PlayStation Plus Early Access Play period for PS5 that starts onOctober 28 @ 8pm PDT / 11pm EDT / 3am GMT (October 29). This play period for PS5 users will end after a couple of days on October 30 @ 7:59pm PDT / 10:59pm EDT / 2:59am GMT (October 31).
After the exclusive PlayStation Plus Early Access Play period, there will then be an open beta for PS5, Xbox Series, and PC players via Steam. This open beta starts onOctober 31 @ 8pm PDT / 11pm EDT / 3am GMT (November 1)and ends on November 3 @ 6:59pm PST / 9:59pm EST / 2:59am GMT (November 4).
If you are curious about how to participate in the open beta, its rewards, and what is included, you can read an in-depth breakdown in our handy guide on everything you need to know about theMonster Hunter Wilds open beta test.
The latest Monster Hunter Wilds trailer came during the September PlayStation State of Play, which you can see for yourself above. In the clip, we see at least three new beasts, including the Arkveld, also called “The White Wraith” in-game. It looks like the game’s plot will be closely tied to the Arkveld as we learn more about the species previously thought to be extinct.
The trailer features plenty of other beasts and environments that are just as impressive as our new spider overlord, but let’s be honest: Lala Barina steals the show here. We also get to see some new cooking animations for our hunters, and it looks like we can now whip up six steaks in one go. Neat!
As for Monster Hunter Wilds gameplay, the trailer from the previous PlayStation’s State of Play showcase gave us some more gameplay details. Along with the cooking and spider boss reveal from Gamescom, the most prominent new feature in the PlayStation trailer above is the new mounts, called Seikrets.
These mounts ferry our hunters around all the different and harsh-looking environments in the game’s world. Their sense of smell can actually lead hunters straight to targets, which is a potential game-changer for how we track down monsters. But that’s not all - Seikrets can actually carry a weapon for the hunter.
You can see footage of a hunter switching their primary weapon while atop the mount in the trailer, which is a massive new feature for Monster Hunter Wilds. Now we can change out our weapon, like switching Dual Blades to a Charge Blade, without having to head all the way back to our base camp.
Another big new feature is changing weather conditions. Weather can change while you’re out in the middle of a mission - it might go from bright sunshine one minute to chucking it down with rain the next. This is a brand new feature for a Monster Hunter game, and it’ll also change how individual monsters act.
During the most recent PlayStation State of Play live-show trailer,we also spotted at least three new monstersand learned more about the game’s plot. It seems like Monster Hunter Wilds' narrative will center around a young boy and his relationship with a mythical beast known as the White Wraith.
For your processor, you need either an Intel Core i5-10600, Intel Corei3-12100F, or AMD Ryzen 5 3600. This is alongside 16GB of RAM. And finally, in terms of SSD storage, be sure to free up at least 140GB. It’s a pretty tall order already. However, if you want to run the game at 1080p resolution and 60 frames per second, you’ll need a few extra bits.
For full resolution and with “Frame Generation” enabled, you’ll need a NVIDIA GeForce RTX 2070 Super, NVIDIA GeForce RTX 4060, or AMD Radeon RX 6700XT graphics card. You will also need an Intel Core i5-11600K, Intel Core i5-12400, AMD Ryzen 5 3600X, or AMD Ryzen 5 5500 processor accompanied with 16GB of RAM.
Let’s address one hot topic: the beasties themselves. Monster Hunter fans always love to know which creatures a new game features (and which one a game leaves out), so just below, you’ll find a complete list of all the monsters in Monster Hunter Wilds that we’ve been able to confirm so far.
Arkveld- Also known as the White Wraith, here is a beast that had previously been thought to be extinct. Close to everything about the Arkveld is a mystery, however we know its dangerous thanks to the chain-like appendages on its wings.
Doshaguma- This fearsome new foe is strong and muscular, and looks like it boasts an incredibly tough hide to match its fearsome fangs.
Chatacabra- This amphibian uses its saliva, of all things, to attach rocks and other materials to its skin and form a protective armor-like shield.
Ceratonoth- The male version of these herbivores catch lightning from the sky with the huge horns atop their back, and release it on the ground in a wide discharge to protect their herd.
Dalthydon- Another herbivore creature, this lot have big hard shells right at the front of their heads, and will batter anyone who poses any threat.
Lala Barina- Here is one of the fanciest new temnocerans in the game. Found in the Scarlet Forest, Lala Barinas spin red glowing silk which they use as a weapon and for locomotion.
Rey Dau- This is an apex predator and a flying Wyvern from the Windward Plains. Most often sighted during storms it discharge electricity during attacks and is a high level threat to all hunters.
Uth Duna- Here is a Leviathan that rules the Scarlet Forest. It can be found during downpours but be warned as it has a highly defensive ability. Using the moisture from its environment and its own bodily fluids, it can create a protective veil around itself.
Alma- The role of the Handler in Monster Hunter Wilds will be filled by Alma, a guild-appointed individual who’ll help us while we’re out in the field.
Gemma- Meet Gemma, our new smithy for Monster Hunter Wilds. Be prepared to spend a hell of a lot of time with our new smithy in Capcom’s new game, crafting and tinkering with armor and weapons.
Nata-Finally for characters, we have Nata. We don’t have much information about this new kid right now, but Capcom’s post on thePlayStation Blogsays they’ll play a “key role” in Monster Hunter Wilds' story.
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