Monster Hunter Wilds has burst onto the scene with over 1 million concurrent players on Steam, despite garnering mixed reviews. This thrilling game has not only shattered records but also faced its fair share of challenges right from launch. Let's dive into the performance of Monster Hunter Wilds on PC and explore the issues it's currently tackling.
Monster Hunter Wilds Received Mixed Reviews on Steam
Despite the buzz around its launch, Monster Hunter (MH) Wilds has received mixed reviews on Steam. However, the game's popularity is undeniable, with an all-time peak of 1,384,608 concurrent players according to SteamDB. This number eclipses the peaks of its predecessors, with Monster Hunter World reaching 334,684 players and Monster Hunter Rise hitting 231,360. Yet, with only 57% of its 54,669 reviews being positive, the sentiment on Steam leans towards dissatisfaction, primarily due to poor PC optimization and performance hiccups.
Capcom Responds To PC Performance Issues
In response to the negative feedback regarding MH Wilds' PC performance, Capcom has taken swift action. On February 28, 2025, Monster Hunter's official support account, Monster Hunter Status, used Twitter (X) to address these concerns and offer solutions. They directed players to the MH Wilds support website, which features a comprehensive FAQ section tackling various issues. Capcom's suggested fixes include updating video/graphics drivers, ensuring the latest Windows updates are installed, and performing a clean installation of video drivers.
For those still facing issues, Capcom advises, "Please also try the troubleshooting steps on the Official Monster Hunter Wilds Troubleshooting & Issue Reporting Thread posted on the Steam community page as they contain more detailed and additional steps that may help resolve your issue."
Game-breaking Bug Blocking Story Progress
A critical bug has been identified that's halting player progression in the story. Specifically, a vital NPC fails to appear in Main Mission: Chapter 5-2 A World Turned Upside Down. Monster Hunter Status acknowledged this issue on Twitter (X) on March 2, 2025, assuring players that a fix is in the works. Additionally, other issues, such as the "Grill a Meal" and "Ingredient Center" features not unlocking as expected, and difficulties visiting the Smithy, have been addressed with hotfixes and updates across various platforms.
Character Editing Locked Behind Microtransactions
In a move that's stirred some controversy, MH Wilds requires players to purchase microtransactions to alter their character's appearance and that of their 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 basic changes like hair, eyebrow color, facial color, makeup, and clothing can be made without cost, more extensive edits require these vouchers. Similarly, editing a Palico's appearance necessitates another voucher pack, though a $10 voucher offers three edits for both character and Palico.
In an effort to ease the blow, Capcom is offering a single character edit voucher for free. These microtransactions were not part of the game's testing phase, but Capcom had previously announced their inclusion in the final release.
Monster Hunter Wilds is now available on PlayStation 5, Xbox Series X|S, and PC. To stay updated with the latest on Monster Hunter Wilds, be sure to check out our detailed article below!
