Monster Hunter Wilds: Global Release Schedule Revealed

Capcom has officially announced the global release schedule for the highly anticipated game, Monster Hunter Wilds. Enthusiasts worldwide can dive into the action on their PlayStation 5 or Xbox Series X and S consoles starting at midnight on Friday, February 28, local time. PC gamers, don't fret—you'll have your chance to join the hunt later the same day. Notably, if you're on Pacific Standard Time (PST), you can start playing on both console and PC at 9pm on Thursday, February 27.

It's crucial to note for those opting for physical copies that a 15GB update is required before you can embark on your adventure, as stated by Capcom. If you've pre-ordered the digital version, you can download this update now, ensuring you're fully prepared for when Monster Hunter Wilds goes live on February 28.

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Monster Hunter Wilds is the latest addition to Capcom's renowned monster hunting franchise, eagerly awaited by fans worldwide. In our Monster Hunter Wilds review on IGN, we awarded it an 8/10, praising it for "continuing to smooth off the rougher corners of the series in smart ways, making for some extremely fun fights but also lacking any real challenge."

Curious about the game's length? Visit our How Long Is Monster Hunter Wilds? page to see how long it took members of the IGN team to complete it. As you gear up for the hunt, don't miss our comprehensive list of every confirmed monster in Monster Hunter Wilds, and our 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