Exclusive Preview: Monster Hunter Beta Unveiled!
The Monster Hunter Wilds open beta is scheduled to take place in two sessions:
- February 6, 2025, at 7pm PT / 10pm ET to February 9, 2025, at 6:59pm PT / 9:59pm ET
- February 13, 2025, at 7pm PT / 10pm ET to February 17, 2025, at 6:59pm PT / 9:59pm ET
The beta is available on PlayStation 5, Xbox Series X/S, and PC, with cross-platform play enabled. Players can preload the beta 24 hours before it starts on their respective platforms.
Beta Content
The open beta includes:
- Full character and Palico creation
- Opening cutscene and tutorial hunt featuring Chatacabra
- Doshaguma hunt
- New monster hunt: Gypceros
- Online multiplayer for story hunts and optional play
Rewards
Participants will receive special bonuses in the full game, including:
- Open Beta Test Palico Pendant
- Various consumable items (e.g., Mega Potions, Rations, Lifepowder)
- Armor Sphere
Important Notes
- Character and Palico designs will carry over to the full game if using the same account.
- The beta supports cross-platform play.
- The full release of Monster Hunter Wilds is scheduled for February 28, 2025.
This beta test provides players with an opportunity to experience new features, engage in monster hunts, and test the game's performance before its official release.