Monster Hunter Wilds Open Beta Test: Extended Hours Available Today

Capcom Extends Open Beta Test for Monster Hunter Wilds Following PSN Outage

In response to the recent PlayStation Network (PSN) outage, Capcom has announced a 24-hour extension to the Open Beta Test for Monster Hunter Wilds across all platforms. The disruption, which occurred on February 8, coincided with the first weekend of the beta testing, leaving countless players unable to access their games. This outage was particularly impactful for those who primarily played digital titles, as it restricted even single-player modes. Conversely, players with physical copies could still play, provided the game data was pre-installed on their PlayStation consoles.

While Sony attributed the prolonged network issues to an “operational issue, ”details remained sparse. Fortunately, it appears that the problem stemmed from internal operations rather than an external breach. This clarification has provided some relief to the gaming community, who were concerned about potential data security threats.

Resume of Open Beta Test

The second phase of the Monster Hunter Wilds Open Beta Test is set to restart today at 7 PM PST / 10 PM ET / 3 AM GMT. It will run until February 17 at 6:59 PM PST / 9:59 PM ET / 2:59 AM GMT. Players participating in this beta will have the opportunity to earn a participation bonus that will be available in the final game, which launches on February 28 for PlayStation 5, Xbox Series X|S, and PC.

New Features and Content

Players eager to explore the capabilities of their PCs can utilize a benchmarking tool provided by Capcom, along with detailed system specifications. Like the previous beta, the new Open Beta Test will feature a character creation tool, allowing players to carry their data into the full version of the game. Additionally, it will present a story mission along with free-roaming hunts supported by cross-platform multiplayer capabilities.

This upcoming beta promises to be more expansive than its predecessor, introducing exciting new elements such as battles against the Gypceros and the game’s flagship monster, Arkveld. Other features include a Training Area, Private Lobbies, and an Online Single Player mode, making the gameplay experience more engaging and versatile.

Balance Adjustments and Development Insights

It is worth noting that while developers have shared exciting updates, performance and balance adjustments will not be implemented in this beta version. Instead, Capcom plans to address these improvements in the final game launch.

Are you excited to join the Monster Hunter Wilds Open Beta Test 2? Share your thoughts in the comments below!

Get ready for the release of Monster Hunter Wilds on February 28 on PlayStation 5, Xbox Series X|S, and PC.

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