Capcom has officially announced the global release schedule for the highly anticipated game, Monster Hunter Wilds. Players eager to dive into this latest installment of the iconic monster hunting franchise can mark their calendars for February 28, 2025. For those on consoles (PlayStation 5 or Xbox Series X and S), the game will be available starting at 12am local time on that Friday. PC gamers will have to wait a bit longer, with the game launching later in the day on February 28. However, if you're in the Pacific Standard Time (PST) zone, you're in for a treat—console and PC players can start their adventure at 9pm on Thursday, February 27.
It's important to note that if you opt for the physical version of Monster Hunter Wilds, you'll need to download a 15GB update to start playing, as confirmed by Capcom. To avoid any delay, those who have pre-ordered the digital version can download the latest update in advance, ensuring a seamless launch experience when the game goes live.
Monster Hunter Wilds is the next chapter in Capcom's renowned monster hunting series. IGN's review of Monster Hunter Wilds awarded it an impressive 8/10, praising the game for refining the series' core elements while maintaining its thrilling combat. However, the review noted that the game might not offer the same level of challenge as its predecessors.
For those eager to dive into the game, check out our How Long Is Monster Hunter Wilds? page to get an idea of the game's length based on the experiences of the IGN team. As you gear up for the hunt, explore our comprehensive list of every confirmed monster and our guide to all 14 weapon types available in Monster Hunter Wilds.
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
