Monster Hunter Wilds Hits 8 Million Sales in Just 3 Days, Sets Capcom Record

Monster Hunter Wilds has not only surpassed eight million units sold in just three days, but it has also become the fastest Capcom game ever to reach this milestone. This impressive achievement far exceeds the initial sales of previous titles in the series, with 2018's Monster Hunter World shipping five million copies and 2021's Monster Hunter Rise shipping four million.

These numbers are not surprising given that Monster Hunter Wilds rocketed above one million concurrent players on Steam over its opening weekend, overtaking Cyberpunk 2077 to become the 7th most-played game ever. The game also played a significant role in helping Steam cross the 40 million concurrent player mark for the first time.

In our review of Monster Hunter Wilds, we noted that it "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." This balance of accessibility and enjoyment has evidently resonated well with players.

Speaking of the Monster Hunter series, Capcom revealed that the franchise, which began in 2004 on PlayStation 2, has exceeded 108 million units sold as of December 31, 2024. This milestone underscores the enduring popularity and growth of the series over the years.

Monster Hunter Wilds Weapons Tier List

For more detailed insights, check out our extensive Monster Hunter Wilds Wiki guide, our exploration of how Monster Hunter took over the world, and how long it took five different IGN team members to finish the game.