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A second open beta for Monster Hunter Wilds will be released in the first two weeks of February. Learn more about the second open beta test period, release date, and how to participate here!

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Open Beta 2 Release Time and Countdown

Monster Hunter Wilds Second Open Beta Schedule

February 6, 2025 7PM PT for PS5, Xbox X|S, and Steam

Second Open Beta Test Release Countdown

The second open beta is scheduled to release on February 6, 2025, at 7 PM PT and is expected to last until February 9, 2025, 6:59 PM PT. This will be available for all platforms PS5, Xbox X|S, and Steam.

February 6 Open Beta Test Time Zones

Location Release Time End Time
Los Angeles (UTC-8) Feb. 6 (7:00 PM) Feb. 9 (6:59 PM)
New York (UTC-5) Feb. 6 (10:00 PM) Feb. 9 (8:59 PM)
Brazil (UTC-3) Feb. 7 (12:00 AM) Feb. 10 (11:59 AM)
London (UTC) Feb. 7 (3:00 AM) Feb. 10 (2:59 AM)
South Africa (UTC+2) Feb. 7 (5:00 AM) Feb. 10 (4:59 AM)
Perth (UTC+8) Feb. 7 (11:00 AM) Feb. 10 (10:59 AM)
Tokyo (UTC+9) Feb. 7 (12:00 PM) Feb. 10 (11:59 AM)
Sydney (UTC+11) Feb. 7 (2:00 PM) Feb. 10 (1:59 PM)
Auckland (UTC+13) Feb. 7 (4:00 PM) Feb. 10 (3:59 PM)

Another Beta Scheduled on February 13, 2025, 7PM PT

Second Open Beta Test Release Countdown

After the first schedule, the second beta will then be open again from February 13, 2025, 7 PM PT to February 16, 2025, 6:59 PM. Similar to the first schedule, this will be available for all platforms.

February 13 Open Beta Test Time Zones

Location Release Time End Time
Los Angeles (UTC-8) Feb. 13 (7:00 PM) Feb. 16 (6:59 PM)
New York (UTC-5) Feb. 13 (10:00 PM) Feb. 16 (8:59 PM)
Brazil (UTC-3) Feb. 14 (12:00 AM) Feb. 17 (11:59 AM)
London (UTC) Feb. 14 (3:00 AM) Feb. 17 (2:59 AM)
South Africa (UTC+2) Feb. 14 (5:00 AM) Feb. 17 (4:59 AM)
Perth (UTC+8) Feb. 14 (11:00 AM) Feb. 17 (10:59 AM)
Tokyo (UTC+9) Feb. 14 (12:00 PM) Feb. 17 (11:59 AM)
Sydney (UTC+11) Feb. 14 (2:00 PM) Feb. 17 (1:59 PM)
Auckland (UTC+13) Feb. 14 (4:00 PM) Feb. 17 (3:59 PM)

How to Participate in Open Beta 2

Get Access to a PS5, Xbox X|S, or PC

You can participate in Monster Hunter Wilds Open Beta 2 as long as you have a PS5, Xbox Series X or S, or a PC. As long as you have access to these consoles, you can participate in the second Open Beta for free!

Internet Connection Required

You will also need to be connected to the Internet to participate in the second Open Beta. An Internet connection is required as the open beta will have online features, similar to the first open beta.

PS Plus or Xbox Gamepass Not Needed

Unlike the first open beta, you won't need to subscribe to PS Plus or Xbox Gamepass to participate in the second Open Beta. You will only need a PS or Microsoft account, a console, and an internet connection to join the open beta.

Pre-Order is Not Required

Pre-ordering Monster Hunter Wilds or any of its editions is also not required in order to participate in the second Open Beta. Monster Hunter Wilds Open Beta 2 is free for all players to test.

Open Beta 2 Content

First Open Beta Content

Monster Hunter Wilds Open Beta Content

Check markCharacter Creation
Check markStory Trial
Check markDoshaguma Hunt

Everything introduced in the first open beta will be included in this new beta test. You'll be able to access the Character Creation menu, go through the first chapter of the game, and hunt monsters such as the Doshaguma, Chatacbra, Balahara, and Rey Dau.

Gypceros Hunt

Monster Hunter Wilds Gypceros

Gypceros, a returning large monster, will also make its appearance in the second open beta. Players will be able to take on quests to take down this poisonous beast!

Unknown Monster

Monster Hunter Wilds Unknown Monster
Another monster that has yet to be announced will be included in the second open beta. We'll continue to update the page as we get more information, so check back later on!

Open Beta 2 Rewards

OBT 2 Bonus Item Pack

Monster Hunter OBT 2 Item Pack
Participating in the second open beta will reward you with the following items on the game's official release:

  1. Raw Meat x10
  2. Shock Trap x3
  3. Pitfall Trap x3
  4. Tranq Bomb x10
  5. Large Barrel Bomb x3
  6. Armor Sphere x5
  7. Flash Pod x10
  8. Large Dung Pod x10

Open Beta Test Bonus Pendant

MH Wilds - Open Beta Test Pendant Reward
The Stuffed Felyne Teddy pendant rewarded during the first open beta can still be obtained if you participate in OBT 2. Make sure to participate in this new beta if you miss this reward the first time around!

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