Monster Hunter Wilds Open Beta: Crossplay Confirmed, Launches Next Week
Author: Jacob
Jan 24,2025
Monster Hunter Wilds Open Beta: Cross-Play Confirmed, Launching Next Week!
Capcom's recent showcase unveiled exciting new details for Monster Hunter Wilds, including an upcoming open beta test. Prepare for new environments, monsters, and thrilling hunts!
Open Beta Dates and Times:
The open beta launches next week across PS5, Xbox Series X|S, and PC, featuring full cross-play functionality. PS Plus subscribers on PS5 enjoy early access, starting October 28th. Everyone else joins the hunt from October 31st to November 3rd. Pre-downloads begin October 27th (PS Plus) and October 30th (all others). Ensure you have at least 18GB of free space.
Beta Timings for PS Plus Members (PS5):
| Region | Start Time | End Time |
|---|---|---|
| United States (EDT) | Oct 28, 11:00 PM | Oct 29, 10:59 PM |
| United States (PDT) | Oct 28, 8:00 PM | Oct 29, 7:59 PM |
| United Kingdom | Oct 29, 4:00 AM | Oct 30, 3:59 AM |
| New Zealand | Oct 29, 4:00 PM | Oct 30, 3:59 PM |
| Australian East Coast | Oct 29, 2:00 PM | Oct 30, 1:59 PM |
| Australian West Coast | Oct 29, 11:00 AM | Oct 30, 10:59 AM |
| Japan | Oct 29, 12:00 PM | Oct 30, 11:59 AM |
| Philippines | Oct 29, 11:00 AM | Oct 30, 10:59 AM |
| South Africa | Oct 29, 5:00 AM | Oct 30, 4:59 AM |
| Brazil | Oct 29, 12:00 AM | Oct 29, 11:59 PM |
Beta Timings for Non-PS Plus Members (All Platforms):
| Region | Start Time | End Time |
|---|---|---|
| United States (EDT) | Oct 31, 11:00 PM | Nov 3, 10:59 PM |
| United States (PDT) | Oct 31, 8:00 PM | Nov 3, 7:59 PM |
| United Kingdom | Nov 1, 4:00 AM | Nov 4, 3:59 AM |
| New Zealand | Nov 1, 4:00 PM | Nov 4, 3:59 PM |
| Australian East Coast | Nov 1, 2:00 PM | Nov 4, 1:59 PM |
| Australian West Coast | Nov 1, 11:00 AM | Nov 4, 10:59 AM |
| Japan | Nov 1, 12:00 PM | Nov 4, 11:59 AM |
| Philippines | Nov 1, 11:00 AM | Nov 4, 10:59 AM |
| South Africa | Nov 1, 5:00 AM | Nov 4, 4:59 AM |
| Brazil | Nov 1, 12:00 AM | Nov 3, 11:59 PM |
Open Beta Content:
The beta offers character creation (with progress carrying over to the full game!), a story trial (tutorial and Chatacabra fight), and a challenging Doshaguma hunt (supports multiplayer or NPC hunters).
Beta Rewards:
All participants receive exclusive in-game rewards, including a Palico pendant and an item pack (Mega Potions, Rations, etc.), redeemable after the full game's release on February 28th, 2025.
New Trailer Reveals "Black Flame" and Oilwell Basin:
A new trailer showcases the Oilwell Basin, a fiery new locale with unpredictable oil well explosions, and introduces new monsters like the Ajarakan and Rompopolo, culminating in the terrifying Black Flame, the region's apex predator.
Get ready for an unforgettable hunting experience!
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