Monster Hunter Wilds: Open Beta Test Date Announced

Monster Hunter: Wilds' Second Open Beta Dates Announced

Capcom has announced the dates for a second open beta test of Monster Hunter: Wilds, scheduled for two weekends in February 2025. Building on the success of the first beta (late 2024), this extended test offers another opportunity to experience the highly anticipated RPG before its official launch on February 28, 2025. Monster Hunter: Wilds is poised to be a landmark entry in the franchise, promising a massive open world brimming with diverse environments and challenging monsters.

The first beta provided a taste of the narrative, character creation, and hunting, featuring a tutorial hunt. This second beta expands on that foundation.

Beta Dates and Platforms:

The second open beta will run across PlayStation 5, Xbox Series X/S, and Steam during these periods:

• February 6, 2025, 7:00 pm PT – February 9, 2025, 6:59 pm PT
• February 13, 2025, 7:00 pm PT – February 16, 2025, 6:59 pm PT

What Awaits in the Second Beta:

Capcom confirms returning content from the initial beta: character creation, the story trial, and the Doshaguma hunt. A new challenge awaits with the addition of a Gypceros hunt, a fan-favorite monster. Furthermore, characters created during the first beta are transferable, saving players time and effort.

Addressing feedback from the first beta (which included comments on visuals and weapon mechanics), Capcom assures players they are actively refining the game's quality before release.

This second beta is crucial for both Capcom and fans. It allows for further refinement and builds anticipation for what could be the most ambitious Monster Hunter game yet. Whether a returning veteran or a newcomer, February 2025 promises thrilling hunts for all.