The gaming world is buzzing as the highly anticipated Monster Hunter Wilds officially launches today, February 26, 2025. The global release times for the game have been set in various regions, with players eager to dive into the rich landscapes and monster-filled adventures the game promises to deliver. Players in the United States will gain access at 12 AM PST, allowing the wait for West Coast gamers to end at midnight. Meanwhile, East Coast fans can start hunting at 3 AM EST. For international players, the release coincides with local time zones: 8 AM GMT in the UK, 9 AM CET in Western Europe, and local times in Asia and Australia will follow suit accordingly.
Despite the excitement surrounding its release, early reviews have cast a shadow of criticism regarding the game’s difficulty. Players and critics are reacting to the notion presented in several reviews that Monster Hunter Wilds is ‘too easy’. A review from GamesRadar noted, ‘After playing almost 50 hours myself, I don’t think it’s that serious.’ This sentiment echoes among many within the community who argue that the game’s difficulty could still provide a fulfilling experience for newcomers while remaining enjoyable for seasoned players.
PC Gamer also provides live launch coverage, confirming the game’s availability on various platforms including PC, PlayStation, and Xbox. Gamers are advised to check their respective platform’s store for downloads and updates. There is also news of temporary server issues as the influx of eager players has caused some initial slowdown, but developer patches are expected to address these during the peak launch day.
As excitement continues to build and players share their first experiences, Monster Hunter Wilds aims to capture the hearts of both veterans and new hunters in the expansive universe of monster-slaying adventures that the franchise is known for.
