The developer of Palworld, Pocketpair, has generously granted its staff a day off to enjoy the release of Monster Hunter Wilds. As reported by Automaton, the Japanese studio humorously noted on social media that several employees mysteriously reported feeling unwell on the game's launch day, February 28, hinting at their eagerness to play the new title. Pocketpair emphasized that this fun gesture would not impact the updates on their own games.
Monster Hunter Wilds has made a spectacular debut, amassing 1 million concurrent players on Steam and securing a spot in the platform's top 10 most-played games of all time, surpassing titles like Baldur’s Gate 3, Hogwarts Legacy, and Elden Ring. Despite its impressive start, the game has received a 'mixed' user review rating on Steam, prompting Capcom to release official guidance on PC performance issues. Additionally, Capcom has teased early details about Monster Hunter Wilds Title Update 1, which will introduce an endgame social hub for players.
The launch of Monster Hunter Wilds has had a significant global impact, particularly in Japan, where it has overshadowed other games. One Japanese indie developer humorously noted on social media that they hadn't sold a single game on Steam since Monster Hunter Wilds' release. This isn't the first time Pocketpair has shown such support for gaming culture; they previously gave their staff a day off to play FromSoftware’s Elden Ring in 2022.
For those eager to dive into Monster Hunter Wilds, we've compiled essential resources to kickstart your adventure. Check out what the game doesn't tell you, a comprehensive guide to all 14 weapon types, a detailed walkthrough in progress, and a multiplayer guide to help you play with friends. If you participated in one of the open betas, learn how to transfer your Monster Hunter Wilds Beta character.
IGN’s review of Monster Hunter Wilds awarded it an 8/10, praising the game for refining the series' mechanics in smart ways, resulting in enjoyable fights, though noting a lack of significant challenge.
