Capcom has officially announced the global release schedule for the eagerly awaited Monster Hunter Wilds. Fans can dive into the action on their PlayStation 5 or Xbox Series X and S consoles starting at 12am local time on Friday, February 28, 2025. PC gamers will have to wait a bit longer in the day to join the hunt. However, for those on Pacific Standard Time (PST), the game becomes available on both console and PC at 9pm on Thursday, February 27, 2025.
It's crucial to note that if you've opted for the physical version of Monster Hunter Wilds, you'll need to download a 15GB update before you can start playing, as per Capcom's announcement. If you've pre-ordered the digital edition, you can download the latest update now to ensure you're ready to go when the game launches on February 28.
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Monster Hunter Wilds marks the next thrilling chapter in Capcom's renowned monster hunting franchise. IGN's review of Monster Hunter Wilds scored it an impressive 8/10, stating: "Monster Hunter Wilds continues to refine the series in intelligent ways, resulting in engaging battles that, while fun, might lack the challenge some fans crave."
Curious about the game's length? Visit our How Long Is Monster Hunter Wilds? page for insights from the IGN team on how long it took to complete the game. Preparing for your adventure? Check out our comprehensive list of all confirmed monsters and our detailed guide on the 14 weapon types available in Monster Hunter Wilds.
Monster Hunter Wilds Global Release Times
Thursday, February 27, 2025
PST:
Console: 9pm
PC: 9pm
CST:
Console: 12am (midnight)
PC: 11pm
Friday, February 28, 2025
EST:
Console: 12am
PC: 12am
BRT:
Console: 12am
PC: 2am
GMT:
Console: 12am
PC: 5am
CET:
Console: 12am
PC: 6am
EET:
Console: 12am
PC: 7am
SAST:
Console: 12am
PC: 7am
AST:
Console: 12am
PC: 8am
GST:
Console: 12am
PC: 9am
SGT:
Console: 12am
PC: 1pm
KST:
Console: 12am
PC: 2pm
JST:
Console: 12am
PC: 2pm
NZDT:
Console: 12am
PC: 6pm
