How To Play Monster Hunter Wilds Early With the New Zealand Trick

The wait is finally over—*Monster Hunter Wilds* is set to launch on Friday, February 28th, but thanks to a rolling launch, some regions will get early access. If you're eager to dive into the game as soon as possible, here’s your guide to playing *Monster Hunter Wilds* early using the New Zealand trick.

How To Play Monster Hunter Wilds Early with the New Zealand Trick on Xbox Series X|S

The Xbox Series X|S is the simplest platform for early access to *Monster Hunter Wilds*. Xbox allows you to easily switch your console’s region, which tricks the system into thinking you're in a different time zone, enabling you to play the game earlier. Here’s how to change your region on Xbox and start playing *Monster Hunter Wilds* ahead of time:

1. Go to your Xbox settings.
2. Select the System tab.
3. Click on Language and Location.
4. Change the Location to New Zealand.
5. Restart your Xbox for the changes to take effect.

Once your console restarts, you’ll be able to play *Monster Hunter Wilds* at the same time as the earliest region where it launches.

How To Play Monster Hunter Wilds Early on PlayStation and PC

Using the New Zealand trick on PC and PlayStation is more complicated compared to Xbox. Since changing your region directly isn’t possible on PS5 and PC, you’ll need to create a new account:

1. Set up a PSN or Steam account with a New Zealand address.
2. Purchase *Monster Hunter Wilds* using this new account with NZ$—note that it might be more expensive, around $77 USD compared to the usual $70 USD.
3. You may need to buy New Zealand-specific PSN or Steam gift cards from a third-party site, depending on your card’s international transaction capabilities.

When Can I Play Monster Hunter Wilds? Regional Rollout, Explained

*Monster Hunter Wilds* will have a staggered release across over a dozen regions. The earliest launch will be in Auckland, New Zealand, at 12 AM NZDT, which translates to 6 AM the previous day in New York and 3 AM on the West Coast. By using the New Zealand trick, players in the United States can enjoy nearly an extra day of gameplay starting on Thursday, February 27th.

That's your guide to playing *Monster Hunter Wilds* early with the New Zealand trick. Get ready to embark on your adventure ahead of the crowd!