Monster Hunter Wilds Open Beta: Cross-Play, Start Dates, and More!
Capcom's recent showcase unveiled exciting details about Monster Hunter Wilds, including its upcoming open beta. Get ready to hunt!
Open Beta Launch Dates:
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, while everyone else joins the hunt from October 31st to November 3rd. Pre-downloads begin October 27th (PS Plus) and October 30th (all others). Ensure you have at least 18GB of free space.
Beta Timetable:
PS Plus Members (PS5):
| Region | Start Time | End Time |
|---|---|---|
| US (EDT) | Oct 28, 11:00 PM | Oct 29, 10:59 PM |
| US (PDT) | Oct 28, 8:00 PM | Oct 29, 7:59 PM |
| UK | Oct 29, 4:00 AM | Oct 30, 3:59 AM |
| New Zealand | Oct 29, 4:00 PM | Oct 30, 3:59 PM |
| Australia (East) | Oct 29, 2:00 PM | Oct 30, 1:59 PM |
| Australia (West) | 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 |
|---|---|---|
| US (EDT) | Oct 31, 11:00 PM | Nov 3, 10:59 PM |
| US (PDT) | Oct 31, 8:00 PM | Nov 3, 7:59 PM |
| UK | Nov 1, 4:00 AM | Nov 4, 3:59 AM |
| New Zealand | Nov 1, 4:00 PM | Nov 4, 3:59 PM |
| Australia (East) | Nov 1, 2:00 PM | Nov 4, 1:59 PM |
| Australia (West) | 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 (with progress carrying over to the full game), a story trial (tutorial and Chatacabra hunt), and a challenging Doshaguma hunt (supports multiplayer or NPC hunters).
Beta Rewards: All participants receive exclusive in-game rewards (Palico pendant, Seikret, item pack) redeemable as DLC upon the full game's release on February 28th, 2025.
New Trailer Reveals "Black Flame" and Oilwell Basin:
A new trailer showcases the fiery Oilwell Basin locale, introducing new monsters like the Ajarakan and Rompopolo, and the terrifying apex predator, the Black Flame. The trailer also hints at the importance of the Azuz people and their forge.
Prepare for the hunt!
