Capcom has officially announced the global release times for the highly anticipated game, Monster Hunter Wilds. Fans around the world can mark their calendars for February 28, 2025, when they can dive into this latest installment of the beloved monster hunting franchise. For those eager to play, console gamers on PlayStation 5 or Xbox Series X and S can start their adventure at 12am local time on that Friday. PC players will have to wait a bit longer, with the game becoming available later in the day, depending on their timezone. Notably, players in the Pacific Standard Time (PST) zone can enjoy the game on both console and PC from 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. However, if you've pre-ordered the digital version, you can download the latest update now, ensuring you're ready to go as soon as the game goes live on February 28.
Monster Hunter Wilds is the next big title in Capcom's renowned monster hunting series. IGN's review of Monster Hunter Wilds awarded it an 8/10, praising the game for its refined gameplay mechanics and enjoyable combat, though noting a lack of significant challenge. For those curious about the game's length, our How Long Is Monster Hunter Wilds? page provides insights based on the experiences of various IGN team members. As you gear up for your hunt, don't miss our comprehensive list of every confirmed monster and a detailed guide to all 14 weapon types 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
