Monster Hunter Wilds Bugs and MTX Can't Stop Massive Launch

Monster Hunter Wilds has achieved a remarkable milestone by surpassing 1 million concurrent players on Steam, despite receiving mixed reviews. This article delves into the game's performance on PC and the various issues it has encountered since its launch.

Monster Hunter Wilds Received Mixed Reviews on Steam

Despite the mixed reviews on Steam, Monster Hunter (MH) Wilds has attracted over 1 million concurrent players. According to SteamDB, MH Wilds reached an all-time peak of 1,384,608 concurrent players. This number significantly surpasses the records set by its predecessors, with MH World peaking at 334,684 players and MH Rise at 231,360. However, MH Wilds currently holds a Mixed review rating on Steam, with only 57% of the 54,669 reviews being positive. The primary concerns highlighted in these reviews revolve around the game's poor optimization for PC and various performance issues.

Capcom Responds to PC Performance Issues

In response to the negative feedback regarding MH Wilds' PC performance, Capcom has taken action to address these concerns. On February 28, 2025, Monster Hunter's official support account, Monster Hunter Status, posted on X (formerly Twitter) to provide solutions to the reported issues.

The post directed players to MH Wilds' support website, which features a FAQ section addressing common problems. Capcom's suggested solutions include updating video/graphics drivers, checking for the latest Windows updates, and performing a clean installation of the video driver set. For persistent issues, Capcom advised players to refer to the "Official Monster Hunter Wilds Troubleshooting & Issue Reporting Thread" on the Steam community page, which offers more detailed troubleshooting steps.

Game-breaking Bug Blocking Story Progress

A critical game-breaking bug has been reported, preventing players from progressing through the story. This bug involves a vital NPC failing to appear during Main Mission: Chapter 5-2 A World Turned Upside Down. Monster Hunter Status acknowledged this issue on X on March 2, 2025, and confirmed that the development team is actively working on a fix.

In addition to this bug, players have encountered issues with the "Grill a Meal" and "Ingredient Center" features not unlocking despite meeting the criteria, as well as problems visiting the Smithy. The developers have responded swiftly, releasing hotfixes and updates across various platforms to address these concerns.

Character Editing Locked Behind Microtransactions

MH Wilds introduces microtransactions for character customization, requiring players to purchase vouchers to edit their characters and Palicos. The Monster Hunter Wilds - Character Edit Voucher Three-Voucher Pack allows players to redo their character creation process three times for $6.00, available on all digital storefronts. While players can change hair, eyebrow color, facial color, makeup, and clothing freely, other changes necessitate the purchase of these vouchers. A similar voucher pack is required for Palico customization, with another option available for $10 that covers both character and Palico edits three times.

Despite the introduction of these microtransactions, Capcom is offering a single character edit voucher for free. These microtransactions were not part of the game during its testing phase, but Capcom had previously announced their inclusion in the final release.

Monster Hunter Wilds is currently available on PlayStation 5, Xbox Series X|S, and PC. To stay updated with the latest news and developments on Monster Hunter Wilds, be sure to check out our related articles.