Monster Hunter Wilds has achieved a record-breaking 8 million units sold within three days of its February 28, 2025 launch, making it Capcom’s fastest-selling game to date. The game peaked at 1,384,608 concurrent users on Steam, ranking fifth in all-time player count, despite facing some technical issues, including a critical bug affecting story mode progression. While Wilds has set new sales milestones, Monster Hunter World remains Capcom’s best-selling title with 28.1 million copies sold as of January 2025.
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Typo in Monster Hunter Wilds Config File Sparks Performance Debate Among Players
Players of Monster Hunter Wilds on PC have discovered a typo in the game’s config file, changing “Resoltuion” to “Resolution,” which some claim boosts performance. However, caution is advised as modifying the file may break settings, and a patch addressing a game-breaking bug is forthcoming. The game struggles with optimization, reflected in its “Mixed” review score on Steam, despite having over 500,000 active players.
read moreMajor Bug Halts Progression in Monster Hunter Wilds for Players
A major game-breaking bug in Monster Hunter Wilds is hindering player progression by preventing interaction with a crucial NPC in Main Mission: Chapter 5-2. The developers are investigating the issue but have not provided a timeline for a fix, leaving many players locked out of the game. Additionally, PC players have reported performance issues on lower-end systems, leading to criticism of the game’s optimization. Despite these problems, Monster Hunter Wilds has achieved over 660,000 active players on Steam, with a peak of 1.3 million at launch, marking it as one of the most played games in Steam history.
read moreMonster Hunter Wilds Achieves Over One Million Concurrent Players on Steam
Monster Hunter Wilds has achieved a remarkable milestone, surpassing 1 million concurrent players on Steam just eight hours after its launch. This makes it the eighth game in history to reach such numbers and the first title from Capcom to do so. The game’s story is still unfolding.
read moreMonster Hunter Wilds Surpasses 800k Players on Steam After Launch
Monster Hunter Wilds has made a significant impact upon its release, attracting over 800,000 concurrent players on Steam within the first hour. The game, available on PlayStation 5 and Xbox Series X/S, has garnered universal acclaim with a Metacritic score of 90/100 for its console versions.Capcom is also collaborating with Vtuber agencies, including hololive and Vshojo, with notable participants like Ninomae Ina’nis and GEEGA. Additionally, a future Title Update 1 is set to introduce a new difficulty level and a Gathering Hub.
read moreCapcom Announces First Title Update for Monster Hunter Wilds Before Release
Capcom has announced the first title update for Monster Hunter Wilds, set to release on February 28. This update will introduce a new level of difficulty, potentially higher than tempered, and a Gathering Hub, which may differ from traditional setups in previous games. The game has received high praise, currently holding a score of 90/100 on Metacritic for console versions.
read moreDauntless to Shut Down Permanently on May 29 2023
Phoenix Labs has announced the official shutdown of Dauntless, a free-to-play monster hunting game, set for May 29 at 11:45 PM PST. Following the closure, the game will be unplayable, with all in-game progress and accounts likely lost, as no server transfers will occur. Despite its initial popularity and cross-platform play, Dauntless struggled to compete with Capcom’s Monster Hunter Rise, which set new industry standards.
read moreToshiro Mifune’s Face Featured in New Onimusha Game After His Death
Capcom has announced that the face of legendary Japanese actor Toshiro Mifune will be used for the character Miyamoto Musashi in the upcoming game Onimusha: Way of the Sword, set for release in 2026. Mifune, known for his iconic samurai roles, passed away in 1997 but remains a significant figure in cinema, having turned down roles in Star Wars and starred in over 180 films. Additionally, Onimusha 2: Samurai’s Destiny will receive a remaster, launching on May 23, 2025.
read moreCall of Duty Extends Double XP Event Following PSN Disruption
Treyarch is extending the double XP event for Call of Duty: Black Ops 6 and Warzone until February 12 at 10 A.M. Pacific due to PSN disruptions that affected players on February 7. The issues prevented connections during the event’s start, prompting the extension to compensate for lost opportunities. PlayStation has offered subscribers an additional five days of PlayStation Plus for free following the operational issues.
read moreExciting Game Releases and Hidden Gems to Watch in 2025
In a gaming landscape overflowing with releases, seven under-the-radar titles from 2024 stand out for their unique gameplay and artistic flair. Highlights include “Thank Goodness You’re Here,” a quirky 2D adventure, and “Kunitsu-Gami: Path of the Goddess,” an action-strategy game steeped in Japanese culture. These gems offer refreshing experiences that deserve attention amidst the noise of mainstream releases.
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