Capcom's latest Monster Hunter title shattered records within minutes of its Steam release. A staggering 675,000 concurrent players were logged just 30 minutes after launch, quickly surpassing 1 million. This achievement marks not only the most successful launch in Monster Hunter history, but also Capcom's most successful game launch ever, eclipsing even Monster Hunter: World's 334,000 concurrent players and Monster Hunter Rise's 230,000. Despite this phenomenal success, the game's Steam page is flooded with negative reviews citing technical problems, including bugs and frequent crashes.

Monster Hunter Wilds presents a self-contained narrative, perfect for newcomers to the series. Players explore a world teeming with dangerous creatures, unraveling the secrets of the Forbidden Lands. This journey introduces the legendary "White Ghost," a mythical beast, and the enigmatic Guardians, adding layers of mystery and intrigue to the storyline.

While pre-release reviews were largely positive, some critics voiced concerns about Capcom streamlining the gameplay mechanics to broaden the game's appeal. However, many players and reviewers believe these adjustments successfully enhanced accessibility without compromising the game's depth or quality.

Monster Hunter Wilds is currently available on PC and modern consoles (PS5, Xbox Series).