Monster Hunter Wilds Open Beta: Cross-Play Confirmed, Launching Next Week!
Capcom's recent showcase unveiled exciting new details for Monster Hunter Wilds, including its upcoming open beta. Get ready to experience new environments, monsters, and the thrill of cross-platform play!
Open Beta Access:
The open beta launches next week, offering cross-play across PS5, Xbox Series X|S, and PC. PS Plus subscribers on PS5 enjoy early access, starting October 28th, while everyone else joins the hunt from October 31st to November 3rd. Pre-downloads begin October 27th (PS Plus) and October 30th (others). Ensure you have at least 18GB of free space.
Beta Timings:
PS 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 (All Platforms):
| 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!), a story trial (tutorial and Chatacabra fight), and a challenging Doshaguma Hunt (supports multiplayer or NPC hunters).
Rewards:
All beta participants receive exclusive in-game rewards, including a Palico pendant and an item pack (Mega Potions, Rations, etc.), redeemable upon the full game's release on February 28th, 2025.
New Trailer Reveals "Black Flame" and Oilwell Basin:
A new trailer showcases the Oilwell Basin, a fiery locale with unpredictable oil well eruptions, and introduces new monsters like the Ajarakan and Rompopolo, culminating in the terrifying Black Flame, the region's apex predator.
Prepare for the hunt! Don't miss the Monster Hunter Wilds open beta!
