Monster Hunter Wilds has achieved a remarkable feat by selling over eight million units in just three days, setting a new record as the fastest-selling game in Capcom's history. This impressive launch significantly outpaces the initial sales of its predecessors, with Monster Hunter World shipping five million copies in 2018 and Monster Hunter Rise shipping four million in 2021.

The success of Monster Hunter Wilds is further highlighted by its performance on Steam, where it surpassed one million concurrent players during its opening weekend. This surge in popularity not only propelled it past Cyberpunk 2077 to become the 7th most-played game ever on the platform but also contributed to Steam reaching a new milestone of 40 million concurrent players for the first time.

In our review of Monster Hunter Wilds, we noted that the game "continues to smooth off the rougher corners of the series in smart ways, making for some extremely fun fights but also lacking any real challenge." This suggests that while the game offers engaging gameplay, it may not provide the same level of difficulty that some fans of the series have come to expect.

Capcom also shared that the Monster Hunter franchise, which debuted in 2004 on the PlayStation 2, has now surpassed 108 million units sold worldwide as of December 31, 2024. This underscores the enduring popularity and growth of the series over the years.

For those looking to dive deeper into Monster Hunter Wilds, be sure to explore our comprehensive Monster Hunter Wilds Wiki guide. Additionally, check out our analysis of how Monster Hunter has taken over the world and insights from five different IGN team members on how long it took them to complete the game.

Monster Hunter Wilds Weapons Tier List