The phenomenal success of Monster Hunter Wilds continues to soar, recently surpassing the 10 million sales mark and setting a new record for developer and publisher Capcom. This achievement marks the highest first-month sales in Capcom's history, surpassing all previous records set by the company. Remarkably, Wilds had already claimed the title of the fastest-selling game in Capcom's history after selling 8 million copies within just three days of its release.
Capcom attributes the success of Monster Hunter Wilds to several strategic moves. The introduction of crossplay, a first for the series, and the simultaneous launch across PlayStation 5, Xbox Series X|S, and PC have significantly broadened the game's appeal. This is in contrast to Monster Hunter World, which saw a delayed PC release by half a year. Capcom stated, "The title provides an environment where a wider range of players can enjoy the game together with the introduction of crossplay, a first for the series, and a simultaneous release on PlayStation 5 system, Xbox Series X|S, and PC."
Further enhancing the game's allure are new features like the Focus Mode mechanic and seamless transitions between settlements and ecosystems, which contribute to a more immersive gaming experience. Capcom notes, "Additionally, the introduction of the new Focus Mode mechanic and the implementation of seamless movement between settlements and ecosystems have provided an even more immersive gaming experience, while the fusion of numerous new elements with Monster Hunter’s appeal has generated significant excitement, all of which led to the company first-month sales record of over 10 million units sold."
Looking ahead, Monster Hunter Wilds is set to receive its first Title Update on April 4, introducing a fan-favorite monster and the new Grand Hub, a central in-game settlement for player interaction. The second Title Update, slated for the summer, will feature the return of Lagiacrus. For more details on the upcoming updates, check out IGN's comprehensive coverage of the Monster Hunter Wilds Title Update 1 showcase.
Monster Hunter Wilds Weapons Tier List
The Monster Hunter series made a significant impact in the west with the 2018 release of World, which remains Capcom's best-selling game to date with 21.3 million units sold. However, with its current trajectory, Wilds is poised to eventually eclipse even these impressive figures.
To kickstart your journey in Monster Hunter Wilds, explore our guide on what Monster Hunter Wilds doesn’t tell you and delve into the details of all 14 weapon types available in the game. Additionally, our ongoing MH Wilds walkthrough, MH Wilds multiplayer guide, and instructions on how to transfer your MH Wilds Beta character are essential resources for players looking to maximize their experience.
