Monster Hunter Wilds: A Massive Launch Despite Bugs and Microtransactions

Monster Hunter Wilds has taken the gaming world by storm, achieving an astonishing milestone of over 1 million concurrent players on Steam, despite receiving mixed reviews. This article delves into the game's performance on PC, the issues it faces, and how Capcom is addressing these challenges.

Monster Hunter Wilds Received Mixed Reviews on Steam

Despite garnering mixed reviews on Steam, Monster Hunter (MH) Wilds has captivated over 1 million concurrent players. According to SteamDB, the game reached an all-time peak of 1,384,608 players, surpassing the records set by its predecessors, Monster Hunter World with 334,684 peak players, and Monster Hunter Rise with 231,360. However, with only 57% of the 54,669 reviews being positive, many players have expressed dissatisfaction due to the game's poor optimization for PC and various performance issues.

Capcom Responds to PC Performance Issues

In response to the negative feedback regarding MH Wilds' PC performance, Capcom has taken swift action to address these concerns. On February 28, 2025, Monster Hunter's official support account, Monster Hunter Status, posted on X (formerly Twitter) to offer solutions to the issues players are facing.

Capcom directed players to the MH Wilds support website, which provides detailed answers to common problems. The suggested fixes include updating video/graphics drivers, ensuring the latest Windows updates are installed, and performing a clean installation of the video driver set. If these steps do not resolve the issues, Capcom advises players to refer to the Official Monster Hunter Wilds Troubleshooting & Issue Reporting Thread on the Steam community page for further assistance.

Game-breaking Bug Blocking Story Progress

A critical bug has emerged that is hindering story progression for players. On March 2, 2025, Monster Hunter Status acknowledged this issue on X, stating that a vital NPC is not appearing in Chapter 5-2, 'A World Turned Upside Down,' and they are actively working on a fix.

Additionally, players have reported issues with the "Grill a Meal" and "Ingredient Center" features not unlocking, as well as problems when visiting the Smithy. Capcom has responded promptly, releasing hotfixes and updates across various platforms to address these concerns.

Character Editing Locked Behind Microtransactions

In a move that has sparked debate, MH Wilds requires players to purchase microtransactions to alter their characters' and Palicos' appearances. The Monster Hunter Wilds - Character Edit Voucher Three-Voucher Pack allows players to redesign their characters three times for $6.00, available across all digital storefronts. While players can modify hair, eyebrow color, facial color, makeup, and clothing without additional cost, other changes necessitate the purchase of vouchers. A similar voucher pack is required for editing Palicos, and a $10 voucher offers three edits for both the player and their Palico.

To mitigate some of the backlash, Capcom is offering a single character edit voucher for free. These microtransactions were not part of the game during its testing phase, but Capcom had previously announced their inclusion.

Monster Hunter Wilds is now available on PlayStation 5, Xbox Series X|S, and PC. For the latest updates and more information on Monster Hunter Wilds, be sure to check out our detailed article below!