"Monster Hunter Wilds Surpasses 10 Million Sales, Capcom Reveals Success Secrets"

Monster Hunter Wilds continues to break records, having now surpassed the 10 million sales mark. This achievement marks a new high for Capcom, setting a first-month sales record that no other game in the company's history has reached. Previously, Wilds had already claimed the title of the fastest-selling game in Capcom's history by selling 8 million copies in just three days.

In a statement to the press, Capcom attributed the phenomenal success of Monster Hunter Wilds to several key factors. The introduction of crossplay, a first for the series, along with a simultaneous launch across PlayStation 5, Xbox Series X|S, and PC, has significantly broadened the game's appeal. This approach contrasts with Monster Hunter World, which saw a delayed PC release. Capcom also highlighted the new Focus Mode mechanic and the seamless transition between settlements and ecosystems, which have enhanced the immersive experience for players. The combination of these new features with the core Monster Hunter gameplay has generated substantial excitement, contributing to the record-breaking sales.

"Additionally, the introduction of the new Focus Mode mechanic and the implementation of seamless movement between settlements and ecosystems have provided an even more immersive gaming experience, while the fusion of numerous new elements with Monster Hunter’s appeal has generated significant excitement, all of which led to the company first-month sales record of over 10 million units sold."

Looking ahead, Monster Hunter Wilds Title Update 1 is set to launch on April 4, introducing a fan-favorite monster and the Grand Hub, a new in-game settlement for player interaction. Title Update 2, teased to include Lagiacrus, is scheduled for the summer. For more details on these updates, check out IGN's comprehensive coverage of the Monster Hunter Wilds Title Update 1 showcase.

Monster Hunter Wilds Weapons Tier List

The Monster Hunter series made a significant impact in the West with the 2018 release of Monster Hunter World, which remains Capcom's best-selling game with 21.3 million units sold. However, with its current trajectory, Monster Hunter Wilds is poised to eventually surpass this figure.

To kickstart your journey in Monster Hunter Wilds, explore our guide on what Monster Hunter Wilds doesn’t tell you, and delve into all 14 weapon types available in the game. We also offer an ongoing MH Wilds walkthrough, a MH Wilds multiplayer guide to help you play with friends, and if you participated in one of the open betas, learn how to transfer your MH Wilds Beta character to the full game.