Monster Hunter Wilds Global Release Times Confirmed

Capcom has announced the worldwide release schedule for Monster Hunter Wilds.

Console players (PlayStation 5 and Xbox Series X|S) can begin their hunts at 12:00 AM local time on Friday, February 28th. PC players will gain access later that day. However, those in the Pacific Standard Time (PST) zone can start playing on both console and PC from 9:00 PM on Thursday, February 27th.

Capcom advises that physical copies of Monster Hunter Wilds will require a 15GB day-one update. Digital pre-orders can download this update in advance to ensure a seamless launch experience on February 28th.

Monster Hunter Wilds is the highly anticipated next installment in Capcom's renowned monster hunting franchise. IGN awarded the game an 8/10 in its review, praising the refined gameplay but noting a lack of significant challenge. For completion time estimates, check out IGN's "How Long Is Monster Hunter Wilds?" article. Further resources include a complete monster list and a guide to all 14 weapon types.

Monster Hunter Wilds Global Release Times:

Thursday, February 27, 2025

• PST: Console & PC: 9:00 PM
• CST: Console: 12:00 AM (midnight), PC: 11:00 PM

Friday, February 28, 2025

• EST: Console & PC: 12:00 AM
• BRT: Console: 12:00 AM, PC: 2:00 AM
• GMT: Console: 12:00 AM, PC: 5:00 AM
• CET: Console: 12:00 AM, PC: 6:00 AM
• EET: Console: 12:00 AM, PC: 7:00 AM
• SAST: Console: 12:00 AM, PC: 7:00 AM
• AST: Console: 12:00 AM, PC: 8:00 AM
• GST: Console: 12:00 AM, PC: 9:00 AM
• SGT: Console: 12:00 AM, PC: 1:00 PM
• KST: Console: 12:00 AM, PC: 2:00 PM
• JST: Console: 12:00 AM, PC: 2:00 PM
• NZDT: Console: 12:00 AM, PC: 6:00 PM