Unlock the Forbidden Lands: Monster Hunter Wilds Preload and Launch Times Revealed!
As a dedicated fan, I’m thrilled about the upcoming launch of one of 2025’s most anticipated games – Capcom’s open-world creature-packed RPG, “Monster Hunter Wilds“. This week, it’s officially landing on consoles and, based on the overwhelmingly positive feedback, including ours, it’s shaping up to be a monumental release. Since it’s a multiplayer game, many of us can’t wait to jump straight into the action as soon as it drops. But for those eager beavers like myself, you might be wondering when you can preload it and, more importantly, what time we should mark on our calendars for our expedition to the Forbidden Lands. Well, ComicBook has got your back with all the essential info right here!
What Time Does Monster Hunter Wilds Launch?
Monster Hunter Rise will officially debut on Steam, PlayStation 5, and Xbox Series X|S on February 28th worldwide (times may vary by region). Most players should be able to start playing around midnight, with West Coast users getting an early start at around 9pm PST on February 27th. It’s essential to note that PC copies might arrive a bit later compared to console versions. For specific launch times, consult the image below or refer to the list provided for your convenience:
– New York (EST) – 12:00 AM
– Los Angeles (PST) – 9:00 PM on February 27th
– London (GMT) – 5:00 AM
– Paris (CEST) – 6:00 AM
– Tokyo (JST) – 1:00 PM
All Monster Hunter Wilds Launch Times
PC (Steam)
- February 27th @ 9 pm PST
- February 28th @ midnight EST
- February 28th @ 5 am GMT
- February 28th @ 2 pm JST
PlayStation 5 and Xbox Series X|S
- February 27th @ 9 pm PST
- February 28th @ midnight EST
- February 28th @ midnight GMT
- February 28th @ midnight JST
When Do Preloads Start For Monster Hunter Wilds?
Preloading for “Monster Hunter World” has already started yesterday. The original release dates are as follows: February 25th, 9 PM PT for PC and Xbox Series X|S, and two days prior to launch on PlayStation 5. The download sizes are 55.83 GB for Xbox Series X|S and 52.82 GB for PlayStation 5. For the Steam version on PC, expect around 75 GB. Make sure you have enough storage space before installing, as updates will be released later. Once installed, you can start playing immediately without any waiting time, giving you a headstart in your adventure to hunt dangerous monsters in the Forbidden Wilds!
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