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Monster Hunter Wilds
Preload Date and Time
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☆ FF14 Collab / Title Update 3
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★ HR50+ Builds | Tier List | Weapon Guides
Preload for Monster Hunter Wilds will be available on February 25 at 9 PM PT for Xbox and PC and at February 26 midnight per region for the PS5. Check out the preload dates and times for all platforms and how to preload the game in this guide!
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Monster Hunter Wilds Preload Date and Time
Preload Now Available on All Platforms!
Preload is now live for all users on all platforms including Xbox, PC, and PS5. Be sure to preload the game to avoid extended download times on launch!
Day One Patch Included in Preload
A post from the official Japanese Monster Hunter Wilds X/twitter account has confirmed that while physical copies of the game will require an additional 15GB download for a Day One Patch, the same patch will already be included in the preload for players with digital versions of the game.
Xbox and PC: February 25, 9 PM PT
Xbox and PC players will be able to preload on February 25, 2025 at 9 PM PT for all players around the world.
This means that all Xbox and PC players will be able to start preloading the game at this date and time, regardless of their region.
PS5: Preload Available on February 26 Per Region
Preload for Monster Hunter Wilds on the PlayStation 5 starts 48 hours prior to the launch date of the game, which is at midnight, local time on February 26, 2025 for each region.
Preload Times Per Region
| Region | Time Zone |
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| New Zealand | UTC+13 |
| Australian East Coast | UTC+10 |
| Japan | UTC+9 |
| Australian West Coast | UTC+8 |
| Philippines | UTC+8 |
| South Africa | UTC+2 |
| United Kingdom | UTC+0 |
| Brazil | UTC-3 |
| US | UTC-5 |
Players who bought the game on the PS5 can use this list to ascertain when the preload will become available in their repective regions. Those higher up on the list will be able to preload first.
Benefits of Preloading
Preloading the game after pre-ordering it allows you to play the game as soon as it available in your region.
It is recommended to preload the game due to how big some extra files can get, and avoid waiting for a long time on release. In addition, as the Day One Patch has been confirmed to be included in the preload, doing so in advance further reduces download times compared to downloading after the release of the game.
How to Preload Monster Hunter Wilds
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How to Preload on PS5
| 1 | Go to the PlayStation Store and search for Monster Hunter Wilds. |
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| 2 | Next, select the option to Pre-Order and pick which version of the game you wish to purchase. |
| 3 | Afterwards, confirm your preferred payment option and Purchase the game. |
| 4 |  Finally, the game should automatically download once the preload is available. |
How to Preload on Xbox
| 1 | First, click on the Store and search for Monster Hunter Wilds. |
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| 2 | Next, pick the game version you wish to purchase and then select Pre-Order. |
| 3 | Afterwards, input your preferred payment option and Purchase the game. |
| 4 |  Finally, you should be able to select the option to Install after you've bought the game. |
How to Preload on PC
| 1 |  First, search Monster Hunter Wilds via the search bar and click on the game. |
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| 2 |  Next, select the game and click Add to Cart. In the next screen, make sure you select to purchase for your account. |
| 3 | Afterwards, click to view your cart and choose a payment method to confirm your purchase. |
| 4 | After you've successfully pre-ordered the game, you can now preload it from your Steam library by selecting the Preload button. |
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 | |
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| Street Fighter 6 Collab | CAPCOM ID Registration Bonus |
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