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Monster Hunter Wilds
Open Beta Release Time and How to Play
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The open beta for Monster Hunter Wilds started on October 31, 2024 and ended on November 4, 2024. See open beta's release time, countdown, how to download it, and what carries over to the full version.
List of Contents
| Notice | This is a guide for the first Open Beta Test. Visit the Open Beta Test 2 page for more details about the final chance to play the game before its release! |
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Will There Be a Second Open Beta?
Open Beta 2 Confirmed for February
A two-period second open beta is confirmed to release on February 6, 2025 7PM PT and February 13, 2025. Both periods would last for 3 days, where players across all available platforms could access the game and play with each other via crossplay.
New content and rewards are being added in the second open beta, so make sure you don't miss out on this second open beta!
Open Beta 2 Release Time and Schedule
Open Beta Release Time and Countdown
October 31, 2024 8PM (PT) on PS5, Steam, and Xbox
| Open Beta Test End Time Countdown |
|---|
| The Open Beta for all consoles has now ended! |
| Location | Release Time | End Time |
|---|---|---|
| Los Angeles (UTC-8) | Oct. 31 (8:00 PM) | Nov. 3 (6:59 PM) |
| New York (UTC-5) | Oct. 30 (11:00 PM) | Nov. 3 (9:59 PM) |
| Brazil (UTC-3) | Nov. 1 (12:00 AM) | Nov. 3 (11:59 AM) |
| London (UTC) | Nov. 1 (3:00 AM) | Nov. 4 (2:59 AM) |
| South Africa (UTC+2) | Nov. 1 (5:00 AM) | Nov. 4 (4:59 AM) |
| Perth (UTC+8) | Nov. 1 (11:00 AM) | Nov. 4 (10:59 AM) |
| Tokyo (UTC+9) | Nov. 1 (12:00 PM) | Nov. 4 (11:59 AM) |
| Sydney (UTC+11) | Nov. 1 (2:00 PM) | Nov. 4 (1:59 PM) |
| Auckland (UTC+13) | Nov. 1 (4:00 PM) | Nov. 4 (3:59 PM) |
Note: The Xbox Series X|S and PlayStation open beta tests are available to those who are not subscribed to Game Pass Core/Ultimate and PlayStation Plus respectively.
October 28, 2024 8PM (PT) for PS Plus Subscribers
| PS Plus Open Beta Test Countdown |
|---|
| The PS Plus Open Beta Test has ended! |
| Location | Release Time | End Time |
|---|---|---|
| Los Angeles (UTC-7) | Oct. 28 (8:00 PM) | Oct. 30 (7:59 PM) |
| New York (UTC-4) | Oct. 28 (11:00 PM) | Oct. 30 (10:59 PM) |
| Brazil (UTC-3) | Oct. 29 (12:00 AM) | Oct. 31 (11:59 AM) |
| London (UTC) | Oct. 29 (3:00 AM) | Oct. 31 (2:59 AM) |
| South Africa (UTC+2) | Oct. 29 (5:00 AM) | Oct. 31 (4:59 AM) |
| Perth (UTC+8) | Oct. 29 (11:00 AM) | Oct. 31 (10:59 AM) |
| Tokyo (UTC+9) | Oct. 29 (12:00 PM) | Oct. 31 (11:59 AM) |
| Sydney (UTC+11) | Oct. 29 (2:00 PM) | Oct. 31 (1:59 PM) |
| Auckland (UTC+13) | Oct. 29 (4:00 PM) | Oct. 31 (3:59 PM) |
As of November 4, 2024, the open beta for Monster Hunter Wilds has now ended for all platforms.
Further testing may open some time in the future, but for now, players all that's left for players to do is to wait for the game's release onFebruary 28, 2025.
Open Beta Test Pre-Download Dates
October 28, 2024 3AM (GMT) for PS Plus Subscribers
The pre-download for PS Plus subscribers was on October 28, 2024 3AM (GMT). As of November 4, the beta test for all platforms has now been closed and made unavailable to download.
October 31, 2024 3AM (GMT) on PS5, Steam, and Xbox
For those playing on Steam, Xbox, and PS5 with no PS Plus subscription, the pre-download began on October 31, 2024 3AM (GMT).
Beta Now Unavailable
As of November 4, 2024, the beta test has now closed for all platforms and is currently unavailable to download.
Monster Hunter Wilds will release on February 28, 2024, so the best players can do is wait for the said date to be able to play the game again.
Open Beta Test Rewards
Bonus Pendant
Players who participated in the Monster Hunter Wilds Open Beta will receive an exclusive Stuffed Felyne Teddy, which they can claim in the full version of the game. To qualify, simply create character data during the Open Beta Test period.
Bonus Item Pack
| Bonus Item Pack Contents |
|---|
・ Mega Potion x10 ・ Ration x5 ・ Lifepowder x5 ・ Max Potion x2 ・ Herbal Medicine x2 ・ Nulberry x2 ・ Armor Sphere x5 |
Participants in the Open Beta will also be able to claim a Bonus Item Pack of miscellaneous consumables and upgrade materials upon the game’s release. Create a character data during the Open Beta Test period to qualify for this reward.
Open Beta and Save File Bonuses
Do You Need to Preorder to Play the Open Beta?
Preorder Is Not Needed to Play the Open Beta
The official Monster Hunter Twitter/X mentions that it is not required to preorder Monster Hunter Wilds to play the Open Beta Test.
How to Download and Play the Open Beta
How to Download on the PS5
| How to Download on the PS5 | |
|---|---|
| 1 | Go to the PlayStation Store and click the magnifying glass icon on the top-right corner. |
| 2 | Search for "Monster Hunter Wilds" and select the game. |
| 3 | Click the three dot icon and select the demo version to download. |
How to Download on Steam
| How to Download on Steam | |
|---|---|
| 1 |  Open Steam and type "Monster Hunter Wilds" on the search bar. |
| 2 | Select the demo version. |
| 3 | Press the green Download button to start downloading the game on your computer. |
Beta Now Unavailable
As of November 4, 2024, the beta test has now closed for all platforms and is currently unavailable to download.
Monster Hunter Wilds will release on February 28, 2024, so the best players can do is wait for the said date to be able to play the game again.
Open Beta Features
All Open Beta Content
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In the open beta test, you can play the three features: character creation, story trial, and the Doshagum Hunt quest. Online multiplayer is possible with crossplay, so you can play with people from different consoles.
Character Creation
You can customize your character and Palico during the open beta test. The character creation settings can be carried over to the full version if you have a save data.
Story Trial
You can play through the story starting from the opening cutscene and through the Chatacabra hunt.
Chatacabra Boss Guide and How to Beat
Doshaguma Hunt
The Doshaguma Hunt is also available in the open beta test. In this hunt, the goal is to defeat the alpha of the Doshaguma pack using pre-prepared equipment and items.
Doshaguma Boss Guide and How to Beat
Features that Carry Over from Open Beta
| Feature | Carries Over? |
|---|---|
| Character creation (including companions) | ✔︎ |
| Story progress | ✖︎ |
| Acquired items and materials | ✖︎ |
| Optional settings | ✖︎ |
Character Creation Settings
The only feature that carries over from the open beta test to the final version is your character creation settings. Story progress, acquired items, and materials cannot be carried over.
Obtain Save Data Bonus in the Full Version
Open Beta participants will be able to claim a Pendant and a an item pack bonus.
Monster Hunter Wilds Related News
Title Updates
*Expected dates for US time zones; releases for European and Asian time zones will come the following day.
Latest Patch Notes
| Update 1.030.01.00 | |
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October 1, 2025 ・Fixed an issue that caused some skill effects to be lost when drawing enmity from Omega Planetes. ・Fixed an issue where performing a mounted attack on Omega Planetes could prevent quest progress. ・Fixed an issue where Lagiacrus could appear in the Wounded Hollow regardless of story progression. ・Fixed an issue where Omega Planetes' Rocket Punch animation would sometimes remain on screen. ・Fixed an issue where Cactuar could appear in the Filter Icons list even when not present. ・Fixed an issue where coatings would sometimes fail to apply when attempting to apply them while charging with the bow. |
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| Update 1.030.00.00 | |
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September 29, 2025 ・Added Omega Planetes as part of the FF14 collab. ・Added new equipment and skills. ・Added new pendants, stickers, and gestures. ・Added new Seikret decorations. ・Added new Support Hunter who wields a Hunting Horn, Kai. ・Added new pop-up camp gear options. |
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| Update 1.021.03.00 | Update 1.021.02.00 |
| Update 1.021.01.00 | Update 1.020.02.00 |
| Update 1.020.01.00 | Update 1.020.00.00 |
| ▶︎ All Patch Notes and Updates | |
Events & Collaborations
| Always Available | |
|---|---|
| Street Fighter 6 Collab | CAPCOM ID Registration Bonus |
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