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Monster Hunter Wilds: Global Release Schedule Revealed

Author : Noah Update : May 05,2025

Capcom has officially announced the global release schedule for the much-anticipated *Monster Hunter Wilds*. Fans of the series can mark their calendars for the launch, which will roll out across different time zones. For most regions, the game will be available on consoles (PlayStation 5 and Xbox Series X/S) starting at 12am local time on Friday, February 28, 2025. PC players will have to wait a bit longer, with the game becoming available later in the day on the same date. However, for those in the Pacific Standard Time (PST) zone, both console and PC players can dive into the action earlier, at 9pm on Thursday, February 27, 2025.

It's important to note that if you've opted for a physical copy of *Monster Hunter Wilds*, you'll need to download a 15GB update before you can start playing, as confirmed by Capcom. If you've pre-ordered the digital version, you can download the latest update now to ensure you're ready to hunt when the game goes live on February 28.

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*Monster Hunter Wilds* is the latest addition to Capcom's iconic monster hunting franchise, eagerly awaited by fans worldwide. In IGN's Monster Hunter Wilds review, the game scored an impressive 8/10. We noted that "*Monster Hunter Wilds continues 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? Head over to our How Long Is Monster Hunter Wilds? page to see how long it took various members of the IGN team to complete the game. For those gearing up for the hunt, don't miss our comprehensive list of every confirmed monster in *Monster Hunter Wilds*, along with our detailed guide to all 14 weapon types available in the game.

Monster Hunter Wilds global launch timing. Image credit: Capcom.