Monster Hunter Wilds Open Beta Cross-Play Confirmed, Starts Next Week
Monster Hunter Wilds Open Beta: Cross-Play Confirmed, Launching Next Week!
Capcom's recent showcase unveiled exciting new details about Monster Hunter Wilds, including the upcoming open beta test. Get ready to hunt!
Open Beta Dates & Times:
The open beta launches next week across PS5, Xbox Series X|S, and PC, featuring cross-play functionality. PS Plus subscribers on PS5 enjoy early access, starting October 28th. Everyone else joins the hunt starting October 31st. The beta concludes November 3rd.
Pre-downloads begin October 27th (PS Plus members) and October 30th (all others). Ensure you have at least 18GB of free space.
Beta Access Times by Region:
PlayStation Plus Members (PS5):
| Region | Start Time | End Time |
|---|---|---|
| United States (EDT) | Oct 28, 11:00 PM | Oct 29, 10:59 PM |
| United States (PDT) | Oct 28, 8:00 PM | Oct 29, 7:59 PM |
| United Kingdom | Oct 29, 4:00 AM | Oct 30, 3:59 AM |
| New Zealand | Oct 29, 4:00 PM | Oct 30, 3:59 PM |
| Australian East Coast | Oct 29, 2:00 PM | Oct 30, 1:59 PM |
| Australian West Coast | Oct 29, 11:00 AM | Oct 30, 10:59 AM |
| Japan | Oct 29, 12:00 PM | Oct 30, 11:59 AM |
| Philippines | Oct 29, 11:00 AM | Oct 30, 10:59 AM |
| South Africa | Oct 29, 5:00 AM | Oct 30, 4:59 AM |
| Brazil | Oct 29, 12:00 AM | Oct 29, 11:59 PM |
Non-PS Plus Members & Xbox/Steam:
| Region | Start Time | End Time |
|---|---|---|
| United States (EDT) | Oct 31, 11:00 PM | Nov 3, 10:59 PM |
| United States (PDT) | Oct 31, 8:00 PM | Nov 3, 7:59 PM |
| United Kingdom | Nov 1, 4:00 AM | Nov 4, 3:59 AM |
| New Zealand | Nov 1, 4:00 PM | Nov 4, 3:59 PM |
| Australian East Coast | Nov 1, 2:00 PM | Nov 4, 1:59 PM |
| Australian West Coast | Nov 1, 11:00 AM | Nov 4, 10:59 AM |
| Japan | Nov 1, 12:00 PM | Nov 4, 11:59 AM |
| Philippines | Nov 1, 11:00 AM | Nov 4, 10:59 AM |
| South Africa | Nov 1, 5:00 AM | Nov 4, 4:59 AM |
| Brazil | Nov 1, 12:00 AM | Nov 3, 11:59 PM |
Open Beta Content:
The beta includes character creation (progress carries over to the full game!), a story trial (tutorial and Chatacabra fight), and a challenging Doshaguma hunt (supports multiplayer and NPC hunters).
Beta Rewards:
All participants receive exclusive in-game rewards upon the full game's release (February 28, 2025), including a Palico pendant and an item pack.
New Trailer & Oilwell Basin:
A new trailer showcases the fiery Oilwell Basin locale, introducing new monsters like the Ajarakan and Rompopolo, and the ominous Black Flame.
Don't miss the Monster Hunter Wilds open beta!
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