Monster Hunter Wilds Beta Returns on March 8

Monster Hunter: Wilds' Second Open Beta Dates Announced

Capcom has announced the dates for the second open beta of its highly anticipated title, Monster Hunter: Wilds. This two-weekend beta, running in February 2025, offers players another opportunity to experience the expansive open world before the game's official launch on February 28th, 2025. The beta builds upon the success of the first beta, held in late 2024.

Monster Hunter: Wilds promises to be one of the most ambitious entries in the franchise, featuring a vast open world teeming with diverse ecosystems and challenging monsters. The initial beta provided a taste of the narrative, character creation, and core gameplay loop, allowing players to hunt select creatures within a tutorial setting.

Beta Dates and Platforms:

The second open beta will be available on PlayStation 5, Xbox Series X/S, and Steam across two weekends:

• Weekend 1: February 6th, 2025, 7:00 PM PT – February 9th, 2025, 6:59 PM PT
• Weekend 2: February 13th, 2025, 7:00 PM PT – February 16th, 2025, 6:59 PM PT

Beta Content:

Capcom has confirmed the return of all content from the first beta, including character creation, the story trial, and the Doshaguma hunt. A new challenge awaits with the addition of a Gypceros hunt, a fan-favorite monster returning to the series. Furthermore, players can import their characters created during the first beta, eliminating the need to recreate their hunters.

Addressing Player Feedback:

While the first beta was generally well-received, Capcom acknowledges player feedback regarding visual aspects (textures and lighting) and weapon gameplay polish. The developer assures players that they are actively working to improve the game's quality before launch.

This second beta serves as a crucial step for both Capcom and the community, providing valuable feedback and building anticipation for what promises to be a landmark release in the Monster Hunter franchise. Whether you're a returning hunter or a newcomer, February 2025 will be a thrilling month for monster hunting enthusiasts.