Capcom has announced that Monster Hunter Wilds, the latest entry in its renowned Monster Hunter franchise, has surpassed 8 million units sold within just three days of its release. This milestone marks the fastest any title has reached this figure in the company’s history.
Released on February 28, 2025, Monster Hunter Wilds expands upon the franchise’s core hunting mechanics with a dynamically evolving world where landscapes shift between harsh, monster-infested terrain and vibrant natural ecosystems. Powered by Capcom’s RE ENGINE, the game boasts visually striking environments and introduces cross-play, allowing players on different platforms to hunt together seamlessly.
Capcom attributes the game’s rapid success to a series of global promotional efforts. These included showcasing Monster Hunter Wilds at major gaming events, hosting an online open beta to engage players before launch, and providing regular updates through digital events like the Monster Hunter Wilds Showcase. This aggressive marketing strategy helped generate immense excitement, leading to record-breaking sales.
The Monster Hunter franchise has been a significant success for Capcom, with the series selling over 108 million units as of December 31, 2024. Since its debut in 2004, the franchise has popularized cooperative hunting gameplay, allowing players to team up and take down formidable creatures together.
MH Wilds had a record-breaking launch on PC, debuting in the top five games for concurrent player count on Steam. This is an impressive milestone, as the game attracted nearly 1 million more concurrent players at launch compared to its predecessor. However, the PC version has encountered several issues and faced criticism from fans. Capcom is currently working to address the reported problems with the game.
Monster Hunter Wilds is available now on PlayStation 5, Xbox Series X|S, and PC.
