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    Exclusive PC Launch: Monster Hunter Wilds!

    Monster Hunter Wilds is the latest installment in Capcom's Monster Hunter series, set to release on February 28, 2025, for PC, PlayStation 5, and Xbox Series X|S. The game introduces several new features, including cross-play functionality and the removal of gendered armor for the first time in the series.

    PC System Requirements

    The game demands significant hardware resources, with both minimum and recommended specifications revealed:

    Minimum Requirements:

    • OS: Windows 10 (64-bit)
    • Processor: Intel Core i5-10600, Intel Core i3-12100F, or AMD Ryzen 5 3600
    • Memory: 16 GB RAM
    • Graphics: NVIDIA GeForce GTX 1660 Super or AMD Radeon RX 5600 XT (6GB VRAM)
    • Storage: 140 GB SSD
    • Performance Target: 1080p (upscaled from 720p), 30 FPS at "Lowest" settings.

    Recommended Requirements:

    • OS: Windows 10 (64-bit)
    • Processor: Intel Core i5-11600K, Intel Core i5-12400, AMD Ryzen 5 3600X, or AMD Ryzen 5 5500
    • Memory: 16 GB RAM
    • Graphics: NVIDIA GeForce RTX 2070 Super, NVIDIA GeForce RTX 4060, or AMD Radeon RX 6700XT (8–12GB VRAM)
    • Storage: 140 GB SSD
    • Performance Target: Native 1080p, 60 FPS with "Medium" settings and Frame Generation enabled.

    Key Features

    1. Gameplay Enhancements:
      • Combines elements from Monster Hunter Rise and Monster Hunter World, offering a mix of accessibility and large-scale hunting experiences.
      • Introduces expansive maps with dynamic weather effects.
    2. Cross-Play Support:
      • Players across PC, PS5, and Xbox Series X|S can play together for the first time in the franchise.
    3. Storage Requirement:
      • The game requires a hefty 140GB of SSD storage space.
    4. Collector’s Edition:
      • A premium collector's edition priced at $1,260 will be released in Japan, featuring exclusive items like a bike.

    Concerns:

    Some players have expressed concerns about the game's PC specifications due to similarities with Dragon's Dogma 2, which faced optimization issues at launch. However, Capcom has not indicated that Monster Hunter Wilds will face similar problems.