Capcom has officially announced the global release times for the eagerly awaited Monster Hunter Wilds. Players on PlayStation 5 and Xbox Series X and S can dive into the game starting at 12am local time on Friday, February 28, 2025. PC gamers will have access to the game later in the day. Notably, those on Pacific Standard Time (PST) can start playing on both console and PC at 9pm on Thursday, February 27, 2025.

It's important to note that those who opt for physical copies of Monster Hunter Wilds will need to download a 15GB update before they can start playing, as confirmed by Capcom. If you've pre-ordered the digital version, you can download the latest update now, ensuring you're ready to embark on your adventure as soon as the game goes live on February 28.

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Monster Hunter Wilds marks the latest addition to Capcom's acclaimed monster hunting franchise. IGN's Monster Hunter Wilds review scored it an impressive 8/10, praising the game for refining the series' mechanics in innovative ways, resulting in enjoyable combat but noting a lack of significant challenge.

For those curious about the game's length, check out our How Long Is Monster Hunter Wilds? page, where various IGN team members share their completion times. As you prepare for the hunt, don't miss our comprehensive list of every confirmed monster in Monster Hunter Wilds, along with a detailed guide to all 14 weapon types available in the game.

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