How To Play Monster Hunter Wilds Early With the New Zealand Trick

Get ready to hunt! *Monster Hunter Wilds* stomps onto the scene Friday, February 28th, but a staggered release means some players can get a head start. Here's how to use the New Zealand trick to play early.

Playing *Monster Hunter Wilds* Early on Xbox Series X|S

The easiest path to early access is via Xbox Series X|S. Xbox's flexible region settings make this a simple trick. Change your console's region to New Zealand, essentially fooling your system into thinking you're in a different time zone. Here's how:

1. Navigate to your Xbox settings.
2. Go to the System tab.
3. Select Language & Location.
4. Change your Location to New Zealand.
5. Restart your Xbox.

That's it! You should now be able to play *Monster Hunter Wilds* alongside the earliest launch regions.

Playing *Monster Hunter Wilds* Early on PlayStation and PC

While not as straightforward as on Xbox, the New Zealand trick is still possible on PlayStation and PC, though it requires a bit more effort. Simply changing your region won't work; you'll need a separate account.

1. Create a new PSN or Steam account using a New Zealand address.
2. Purchase *Monster Hunter Wilds* on this account using NZ$. Note that the cost will be slightly higher due to currency conversion (approximately $77 USD instead of $70 USD).
3. You may need to purchase New Zealand-specific PSN or Steam gift cards from a third-party retailer, depending on your card's international transaction capabilities.

*Monster Hunter Wilds* Regional Rollout

The game launches earliest in Auckland, New Zealand (12 AM NZDT), which translates to 6 AM the previous day in New York and 3 AM PST. Using the New Zealand trick, US players can gain nearly an entire extra day of gameplay, starting Thursday, February 27th.

Happy hunting!