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

Get ready for *Monster Hunter Wilds*, launching Friday, February 28th! A staggered rollout means some regions get access earlier. Here's how to use the New Zealand trick to jump in ahead of the curve.

How To Play *Monster Hunter Wilds* Early with the New Zealand Trick on Xbox Series X|S

The easiest method for early access is on Xbox Series X|S. Xbox simplifies region changes, effectively shifting your console's timezone. Here's how to play Monster Hunter Wilds early:

To use the New Zealand trick, adjust your Xbox's language and location settings. Navigate to Xbox settings, then System, followed by Language and Location. Select New Zealand as your location. Restart your Xbox for the changes to take effect. You should now be able to play Monster Hunter Wilds concurrently with the earliest launch region.

How To Play *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, albeit with added complexity. Since region changes don't work the same way, you'll need a separate account.

To play early on PlayStation 5 or PC, create a new PSN or Steam account using a New Zealand address. Purchase the game on this account using New Zealand dollars (NZ$), which might be slightly more expensive than the US dollar equivalent. You may need to acquire NZ$ PSN or Steam gift cards from a third-party vendor, depending on your payment method's international transaction capabilities.

*Monster Hunter Wilds* Regional Rollout: Release Times Explained

The image above details the diverse regional release times for Monster Hunter Wilds. Auckland, New Zealand, boasts the earliest launch at 12 AM NZDT. This translates to 6 AM the previous day in New York and 3 AM on the West Coast. The New Zealand trick allows US players to enjoy almost an entire extra day of gameplay, starting Thursday, February 27th.

That's how to play Monster Hunter Wilds early using the New Zealand trick.