Monster Hunter Wilds Beta Draws Massive Player Count Despite Technical Issues

The open beta for Capcom's latest Monster Hunter game has attracted hundreds of thousands of players, but performance problems have marred the experience for many.

Monster Hunter Wilds beta recorded a peak of 463,798 concurrent players on Steam, surpassing previous entries in the series.
Players have reported significant technical issues on PC, including frame rate drops and low-poly graphics, leading to widespread frustration.
Capcom has acknowledged the issues and claims that the full game, set to release on February 28, 2025, is in a more improved state.
Despite the technical challenges, the beta's popularity underscores strong interest in the franchise and its potential to boost Capcom's financial performance.
The beta includes character creation, a story trial, and monster hunts, offering a glimpse into new features like dynamic weather and mountable creatures.