Capcom’s New Release: Monster Hunter Wilds Breaks Records
Capcom has once again hit the gaming industry with a monumental success. The latest installment, Monster Hunter Wilds, launched yesterday and achieved an impressive milestone on its inaugural day, attracting over one million concurrent players on Steam. With the weekend underway, there’s potential for this number to climb even higher.
Remarkable Launch Day Performance
According to data compiled by SteamDB, the game recorded a peak of 1, 307, 976 concurrent players on Steam on February 28, the day of its launch. As of this writing, it appears poised to approach this figure once again, with concurrent player numbers nearing 1.3 million on the second day.
Dominating the Sales Charts
In addition to its player numbers, Monster Hunter Wilds has firmly established itself atop Steam’s global best-seller charts, maintaining this position for several weeks. Although Capcom has yet to disclose specific sales figures for this action RPG, projections suggest millions of copies sold on PC alone. When considering console sales, this launch is likely setting the stage for one of Capcom’s most prosperous years yet.
Mixed User Reception
Despite the monumental success and enthusiasm surrounding its launch, user feedback has been somewhat lukewarm. Currently priced at $70, the game has earned a Mixed rating on Steam, with only 49% of around 30, 000 reviews expressing positive sentiments. Interestingly, many of the favorable reviews highlight the engaging gameplay while also addressing significant performance issues.
Reported Performance Issues
Numerous players have reported frustrating performance challenges, including low frame rates, system crashes, and loading errors. The game’s complex menu system has also faced backlash, although this complexity is often characteristic of the Monster Hunter series.
Capcom’s Response to Community Feedback
In light of the feedback, Capcom has acknowledged the performance challenges players are experiencing. They’ve provided some troubleshooting tips, such as updating graphics drivers and adjusting game settings. However, as of yet, no official patch or update has been announced to rectify these widespread issues.
Hunters! If you’re experiencing any initial issues with Monster Hunter Wilds on Steam, please try updating your graphics driver, turning off compatibility mode, and then readjust your settings. Thank you all for your patience and support! More details:https://t.co/v6g7UwFXpj
— Monster Hunter Status (@MHStatusUpdates) February 28, 2025
Availability across Platforms
Currently, Monster Hunter Wilds is available for players on PC, Xbox Series X|S, and PlayStation 5, catering to a diverse gaming audience eager to join in on the adventure.
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