"Monster Hunter Wilds Surpasses 10 Million Sales, Capcom Reveals Success Secrets"

Monster Hunter Wilds continues its unstoppable momentum, surpassing 10 million units sold, and setting a new first-month sales record for Capcom. This milestone eclipses any previous game in Capcom's catalog, with Wilds already holding the title of the fastest-selling game in the company's history after achieving 8 million sales within just three days of its release.

Capcom attributes the unprecedented success of Monster Hunter Wilds to several key factors. The introduction of crossplay, a first for the series, has allowed a broader player base to connect and play together. Additionally, the simultaneous launch across PlayStation 5, Xbox Series X|S, and PC—unlike Monster Hunter World, which had a staggered release—has significantly boosted its appeal. Capcom further highlighted the game's new Focus Mode mechanic and seamless transitions between settlements and ecosystems as enhancements that deepen the immersive experience. The blend of these novel features with the core Monster Hunter gameplay has sparked substantial excitement and contributed to the record-breaking sales.

Looking ahead, Monster Hunter Wilds is set to expand with Title Update 1 on April 4, introducing a beloved monster and the Grand Hub, a new in-game settlement for player interaction. Following that, Title Update 2, slated for the summer, will feature the much-anticipated return of Lagiacrus. For a comprehensive overview of the upcoming content, check out IGN's detailed coverage of the Monster Hunter Wilds Title Update 1 showcase.

The Monster Hunter series made significant inroads into Western markets with the 2018 release of Monster Hunter World, which remains Capcom's best-selling game to date, with 21.3 million units sold. However, given the rapid sales pace of Wilds, it's poised to potentially outstrip even World's impressive figures in the future.

To aid players embarking on their Monster Hunter Wilds journey, there are numerous resources available. Learn about the game's hidden mechanics with a guide on what Monster Hunter Wilds doesn’t tell you, explore the intricacies of all 14 weapon types, and follow our ongoing MH Wilds walkthrough. For those looking to team up, the MH Wilds multiplayer guide explains how to play with friends. If you participated in the open betas, find out how to transfer your MH Wilds Beta character to the full game.