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Monster Hunter Wilds Open Beta Cross-Play Debut Set for Next Week

Author：Kristen Update：Jan 24,2025

Monster Hunter Wilds Open Beta: Cross-Play Confirmed, Launching Next Week!

Monster Hunter Wilds Open Beta Cross-Play Confirmed, Starts Next Week

Capcom's recent showcase unveiled exciting new details for Monster Hunter Wilds, including its upcoming open beta. Prepare for thrilling hunts and explore new environments!

Open Beta Dates & Times:

The open beta launches next week across PS5, Xbox Series X|S, and PC, featuring full cross-play functionality. PS Plus subscribers on PS5 enjoy early access, starting October 28th. Everyone else joins the hunt from October 31st to November 3rd. Pre-downloads begin October 27th (PS Plus) and October 30th (others). Ensure you have at least 18GB of free space.

PS Plus Members (PS5):

Region	Open Beta Start	Open Beta End
United States (EDT)	Oct 28, 11:00 PM	Oct 29, 10:59 PM
United States (PDT)	Oct 28, 8:00 PM	Oct 29, 7:59 PM
United Kingdom	Oct 29, 4:00 AM	Oct 30, 3:59 AM
New Zealand	Oct 29, 4:00 PM	Oct 30, 3:59 PM
Australian East Coast	Oct 29, 2:00 PM	Oct 30, 1:59 PM
Australian West Coast	Oct 29, 11:00 AM	Oct 30, 10:59 AM
Japan	Oct 29, 12:00 PM	Oct 30, 11:59 AM
Philippines	Oct 29, 11:00 AM	Oct 30, 10:59 AM
South Africa	Oct 29, 5:00 AM	Oct 30, 4:59 AM
Brazil	Oct 29, 12:00 AM	Oct 29, 11:59 PM

Non-PS Plus Members & Xbox/PC:

Region	Open Beta Start	Open Beta End
United States (EDT)	Oct 31, 11:00 PM	Nov 3, 10:59 PM
United States (PDT)	Oct 31, 8:00 PM	Nov 3, 7:59 PM
United Kingdom	Nov 1, 4:00 AM	Nov 4, 3:59 AM
New Zealand	Nov 1, 4:00 PM	Nov 4, 3:59 PM
Australian East Coast	Nov 1, 2:00 PM	Nov 4, 1:59 PM
Australian West Coast	Nov 1, 11:00 AM	Nov 4, 10:59 AM
Japan	Nov 1, 12:00 PM	Nov 4, 11:59 AM
Philippines	Nov 1, 11:00 AM	Nov 4, 10:59 AM
South Africa	Nov 1, 5:00 AM	Nov 4, 4:59 AM
Brazil	Nov 1, 12:00 AM	Nov 3, 11:59 PM

Beta Content:

The beta includes character creation (progress carries over!), a story trial (tutorial and Chatacabra fight), and a challenging Doshaguma Hunt (supports multiplayer or NPC hunters). All beta participants receive exclusive in-game rewards (Palico pendant, Seikret, item pack) redeemable upon full game release (February 28, 2025).

New Trailer Highlights:

A new trailer showcases the fiery Oilwell Basin, home to new monsters like the Ajarakan and Rompopolo, and the fearsome apex predator, the Black Flame. Learn about the skilled forgers of Azuz and their connection to the Everforge.