Monster Hunter Wilds Open Beta Goes Live Next Week

Capcom's latest Monster Hunter Wilds trailer showcased exciting new environments, monsters, and details about the upcoming open beta. Dive in to learn more about the beta and the game's features.

Monster Hunter Wilds Open Beta: A Sneak Peek at New Monsters and Locations

Monster Hunter Wilds Open Beta Launches October 28 (PS Plus Early Access), October 31 for All

The October 23rd showcase revealed an open beta launching next week across PS5, Xbox Series X|S, and PC, featuring cross-play functionality. PlayStation Plus subscribers on PS5 enjoy a three-day head start, beginning October 28th, while everyone else joins the hunt from October 31st to November 3rd.

Download the beta client from your platform's digital store. Pre-downloads begin October 27th (PS Plus) and October 30th (others). Ensure you have at least 18GB of free space.

Check the schedules below for your region's beta start and end times:

PlayStation Plus Members (PS5)

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

Non-PS Plus Members & Xbox Series X|S & Steam Players

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

Inside the Monster Hunter Wilds Open Beta

The open beta offers character creation (with progress carrying over to the full game), a story trial (tutorial and Chatacabra fight), and a challenging Doshaguma Hunt (supports multiplayer or NPC hunters). Beta participants receive exclusive in-game rewards (Palico pendant, Seikret, item pack) redeemable as DLC upon the full game's February 28, 2025 release.

Exploring the "Black Flame" and the Oilwell Basin

The "Black Flame" trailer introduced the Oilwell Basin, a volatile locale with erupting oil wells, home to new monsters like the Ajarakan and Rompopolo, and the fearsome apex predator, the Black Flame. The trailer also highlights the people of Azuz and their connection to the Everforge.

Learn more about Monster Hunter Wilds' gameplay and story in our featured article!