Monster Hunter Wilds has experienced a phenomenal launch, boasting nearly 1 million concurrent players on Steam alone. This action adventure game from Capcom hit the shelves on PC, PlayStation 5, and Xbox Series X and S, swiftly climbing to become the eighth most-played game on Steam with an astounding peak of 987,482 concurrent users. This impressive figure surpasses the all-time peaks of other blockbuster titles such as Elden Ring, Hogwarts Legacy, and Baldur's Gate 3. Notably, it has also eclipsed the peak concurrent figure of its predecessor, Monster Hunter World, which reached 334,684 players on Steam in 2018.
It's important to highlight that the actual peak concurrent player count for Monster Hunter Wilds is likely to be significantly higher, as neither Sony nor Microsoft release player numbers for their platforms. As the game approaches its first weekend on the market, speculation is rife about whether it will break the 1 million concurrent player mark on Steam, potentially overtaking Cyberpunk 2077. Some enthusiasts even ponder if a 2 million concurrent player milestone could be within reach.
While Capcom has yet to disclose official sales figures for Monster Hunter Wilds, early indicators suggest a tremendously successful launch. To put this into perspective, Monster Hunter World, the previous installment, achieved over 25 million sales within six years, securing its place as Capcom's top-selling title. However, the reception on Steam for Monster Hunter Wilds has been mixed, with some players citing performance issues contributing to the game's user review rating.
IGN's review of Monster Hunter Wilds awarded it an 8/10, stating, "Monster Hunter Wilds continues to smooth off the rougher corners of the series in smart ways, making for some extremely fun fights but also lacking any real challenge." For those curious about the game's length, you can visit our How Long Is Monster Hunter Wilds? page to see how long it took various members of the IGN team to complete it. If you're gearing up for the hunt, don't miss our comprehensive list of every confirmed monster in Monster Hunter Wilds, and our detailed guide to all 14 weapon types in the game.
