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
