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

Monster Hunter Wilds has stormed onto the scene with an explosive launch, amassing nearly 1 million concurrent players on Steam alone. Capcom's latest action-adventure title, available on PC, PlayStation 5, and Xbox Series X and S, has swiftly climbed the ranks to become the eighth most-played game on Steam of all time, boasting an impressive peak of 987,482 concurrent users.

To put this achievement into perspective, Monster Hunter Wilds has surpassed the all-time concurrent player peaks of blockbuster titles like Elden Ring, Hogwarts Legacy, and Baldur’s Gate 3. It has also eclipsed the peak concurrent figure of its predecessor, Monster Hunter World, which reached 334,684 players in 2018. It's important to note that the actual peak concurrent figure for Monster Hunter Wilds will likely be even higher, considering that neither Sony nor Microsoft disclose player numbers for their platforms.

As Monster Hunter Wilds enters its first weekend on sale, speculation is rife about how high its concurrent player count on Steam can soar. There's a strong possibility it could break the 1 million concurrent players mark today, potentially overtaking Cyberpunk 2077. Some even wonder if it could reach the lofty goal of 2 million concurrent players.

Although Capcom has not yet released official sales figures for Monster Hunter Wilds, the game's launch suggests a blockbuster release. For context, Monster Hunter World achieved over 25 million sales within six years, securing its place as Capcom's best-selling title to date. However, user reviews on Steam are mixed, with some players reporting performance issues.

IGN's review of Monster Hunter Wilds awarded it an 8/10, praising the game for its refined mechanics and enjoyable combat but noting a lack of significant challenge. For those eager to dive into the game, our How Long Is Monster Hunter Wilds? page provides insights into how long it took various IGN team members to complete it. To prepare for your hunt, don't miss our comprehensive list of every confirmed monster in Monster Hunter Wilds and our detailed guide on all 14 weapon types in the game.

Monster Hunter Wilds Weapons Tier List