Monster Hunter Wilds Open Beta: Cross-Play Confirmed, Launching Next Week!
Capcom's recent showcase unveiled exciting new details for Monster Hunter Wilds, including a cross-play open beta launching next week across PS5, Xbox Series X|S, and PC. PS Plus subscribers on PS5 enjoy early access starting October 28th, while everyone else joins the hunt from October 31st to November 3rd. Prepare for 18GB of download space!
Open Beta Access Times:
PlayStation 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 |
Non-PS Plus Members (PS5, Xbox Series X|S, PC):
| 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 (multiplayer supported). All beta participants receive exclusive in-game rewards, including a Palico pendant and an item pack, redeemable upon the full game's release on February 28th, 2025.
New Trailer Reveals "Black Flame" and Oilwell Basin:
A new trailer showcases the intense Oilwell Basin locale, featuring explosive oil wells and formidable new monsters like the Ajarakan and Rompopolo. The mysterious "Black Flame," a giant squid-like apex predator, adds to the intrigue. The trailer also introduces the people of Azuz and their connection to the Everforge.
Don't miss the Monster Hunter Wilds open beta!
