The highly anticipated *Monster Hunter Wilds* is set to launch on Friday, February 28th, with a rolling release across different regions. If you're eager to dive into the action ahead of others, the New Zealand trick might just be your ticket to early gameplay. Here's a comprehensive guide on how to leverage this trick on various platforms.
How To Play Monster Hunter Wilds Early with the New Zealand Trick on Xbox Series X|S
Playing *Monster Hunter Wilds* early on the Xbox Series X|S is straightforward thanks to the console's easy-to-adjust region settings. To take advantage of the New Zealand trick, follow these steps:
- Go to the Xbox settings menu.
- Navigate to the System tab.
- Select Language and Location.
- Change the Location to New Zealand.
- Restart your Xbox to apply the changes.
Once your Xbox is set to New Zealand, you'll be able to play *Monster Hunter Wilds* at the same time as the earliest region, effectively giving you a head start.
How To Play Monster Hunter Wilds Early on PlayStation and PC
Using the New Zealand trick on PlayStation and PC requires a bit more effort. Unlike Xbox, you can't simply change your region settings. Instead, you'll need to create a new account with a New Zealand address:
- Set up a new PSN or Steam account with a New Zealand address.
- Purchase *Monster Hunter Wilds* on this new account using New Zealand dollars (NZ$). Note that this may be more expensive due to exchange rates; the base edition, which costs around $70 USD, could be about $77 USD in NZ$.
- You might need to buy New Zealand-specific PSN or Steam gift cards from third-party sites if your credit or debit card struggles with international transactions.
This method allows you to play the game early, albeit with some extra steps and potential costs.
When Can I Play Monster Hunter Wilds? Regional Rollout, Explained
The release of *Monster Hunter Wilds* will occur at different times across more than a dozen regions. The earliest launch is set for Auckland, New Zealand, at 12 AM NZDT. This corresponds to 6 AM the previous day in New York and 3 AM on the West Coast. By using the New Zealand trick, players in the United States can gain nearly a full extra day of playtime, starting on Thursday, February 27th.
And there you have it—a detailed guide on how to play *Monster Hunter Wilds* early using the New Zealand trick across various platforms. Happy hunting!
