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by Adam Jan 23,2025

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 revealed exciting new details about Monster Hunter Wilds, including the upcoming open beta test. Prepare for new environments, fearsome monsters, and cross-platform gameplay!

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 a three-day head start, beginning October 28th. Everyone else joins the hunt starting October 31st, with the beta concluding November 3rd. Pre-downloads begin October 27th (PS Plus) and October 30th (all 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/Steam:

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 (with progress carrying over to the full game), a story trial featuring a tutorial and Chatacabra fight, and a challenging Doshaguma hunt (supporting multiplayer or NPC hunters). All beta participants receive exclusive in-game rewards upon the full game's release (February 28th, 2025).

New Trailer Reveals Oilwell Basin & Black Flame:

A new trailer showcases the fiery Oilwell Basin, introducing new monsters like the Ajarakan and Rompopolo, and the terrifying apex predator, the Black Flame. The trailer also hints at the importance of the Azuz people and their connection to the Everforge.

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