Monster Hunter Wilds Hits Nearly 1 Million Concurrent Players on Steam, Set to Grow Further

Monster Hunter Wilds has made a monumental impact upon its release, captivating nearly 1 million concurrent players on Steam alone. Launched across PC, PlayStation 5, and Xbox Series X and S, this action-adventure game from Capcom has soared to become the eighth most-played game on Steam of all time, boasting an impressive peak of 987,482 concurrent users.

To grasp the scale of this achievement, consider that Monster Hunter Wilds has surpassed the all-time concurrent player peaks of major hits like Elden Ring, Hogwarts Legacy, and Baldur's Gate 3. It has also eclipsed the peak concurrent user count of its predecessor, Monster Hunter World, which hit 334,684 at its peak in 2018.

It's important to note that the total peak concurrent figure for Monster Hunter Wilds is likely even higher, as neither Sony nor Microsoft disclose player numbers for their platforms.

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As Monster Hunter Wilds enters its first weekend on sale, the excitement continues to build. There's a strong possibility that it could surpass the 1 million concurrent players mark on Steam today, potentially outstripping Cyberpunk 2077. The question on everyone's mind is whether it could reach the ambitious milestone of 2 million concurrent users.

While Capcom has not yet released official sales figures for Monster Hunter Wilds, the game's performance suggests a highly successful launch. For context, Monster Hunter World achieved over 25 million sales in six years, securing its place as Capcom's top-selling title ever. However, it's worth mentioning that Monster Hunter Wilds currently holds a 'mixed' user review rating on Steam, with some players citing performance issues.

IGN's review of Monster Hunter Wilds awarded it an 8/10, noting: "Monster Hunter Wilds continues to smooth off the rougher corners of the series in smart ways, making for some extremely fun fights but also lacking any real challenge."

For those eager to dive into the game, check out our How Long Is Monster Hunter Wilds? page to see how long it took various IGN team members to complete the game. If you're preparing for your hunt, don't miss our list of every confirmed monster in Monster Hunter Wilds and our comprehensive guide to all 14 weapon types in the game.