The wait is finally over—*Monster Hunter Wilds* is launching on Friday, February 28th, and it's coming with a rolling release that will have some regions enjoying the game before others. If you're eager to dive into the action early, you can use the New Zealand trick to get ahead of the curve. Here's how to do it across different platforms.
How To Play Monster Hunter Wilds Early with the New Zealand Trick on Xbox Series X|S
For Xbox Series X|S users, getting early access to *Monster Hunter Wilds* is a breeze. Xbox's user-friendly settings allow you to change your console's region, effectively tricking the system into thinking you're in a different time zone. Here's what you need to do:
- Go to the Xbox settings.
- Navigate to the System tab.
- Select Language and Location.
- Change the Location to New Zealand.
- Restart your Xbox to apply these changes.
After restarting, you'll be able to play *Monster Hunter Wilds* at the same time as the earliest region launch.
How To Play Monster Hunter Wilds Early on PlayStation and PC
Using the New Zealand trick on PlayStation and PC is a bit more involved. Unlike the straightforward method on Xbox, you'll need to create a new account with a New Zealand address to play early on these platforms.
For PlayStation 5 and PC players, follow these steps:
- Set up a PSN or Steam account with a New Zealand address.
- Purchase *Monster Hunter Wilds* using this account with NZ$.
- Be prepared for the game to be slightly more expensive; around $77 USD due to the exchange rate.
- You might need to buy New Zealand-specific PSN or Steam gift cards from third-party sites if your card doesn't handle international transactions well.
When Can I Play Monster Hunter Wilds? Regional Rollout, Explained
*Monster Hunter Wilds* has a staggered release across over a dozen regions. The earliest launch is in Auckland, New Zealand, at 12 AM NZDT. This translates to 6 AM the previous day in New York and 3 AM on the West Coast. By using the New Zealand trick, players in the United States can gain almost an entire extra day of gameplay, starting on Thursday, February 27th.
And there you have it—that's how to get your hands on *Monster Hunter Wilds* early with the New Zealand trick. Happy hunting!
