Summary
Capcom has officially revealed the dates for the second open beta ofMonster Hunter: Wilds, which will take place over two weekends in February. Following the success ofMonster Hunter: Wilds' first beta back in late 2024, this upcoming open beta will give players another chance to experience the upcoming entry in the beloved RPG franchise before its scheduled release date of July 18, 2025.
Monster Hunter: Wildsis shaping up to be one of the franchise’s most ambitious titles, cementing its place as one of themost anticipated games of 2025. Set in a sprawling wilderness, the game promises a vast open-world experience filled with diverse ecosystems and a wide array of monsters to track, battle, and conquer. The first beta showcased some narrative cutscenes, as well as the opportunity for players to create their own custom characters and hunt a select few creatures in the tutorial.
Forplayers who wanted anotherMonster Hunter: Wildsbeta, the wait won’t be long. Capcom has announced its plans for the second open beta forMonster Hunter: Wilds, which will take place over two weekends in February with availability across PlayStation 5, Xbox Series X/S, and Steam. The dates and timings are as follows:
What Players Can Expect From the Second Open Beta
The dates aren’t the only thing Capcom has confirmed, as it’s also revealed what content will be available in the second open beta. All content fromMonster Hunter: Wilds’first betawill be available for players to access, meaning Character Creation, Story Trial, and the Slay Doshaguma Quest all return. In addition to these returning elements, the second beta introduces a new challenge in the form of a hunt for Gypceros, a fan-favorite monster making its return to the series. Also, any characters created during the first beta can be carried over into the second beta, sparing players the effort of recreating their hunters in the detailed character editor.
The first beta was generally well received by fans, though it wasn’t without its criticisms. Some players voiced concerns about the game’s visuals, pointing to textures and lighting that appeared lackluster in certain areas. Others noted that thegameplay ofMonster Hunter: Wilds’different weaponsfelt unpolished, particularly when compared to earlier titles in the franchise. In response, Capcom has reassured the community that it is “working hard to improve the quality of the game before launch,” taking player feedback into account.
With just under two months until the full release, the second beta is an important moment for both Capcom and the game’s fans. It provides another chance to refine the experience while reigniting excitement for what could be one of the most ambitious entries in theMonster Hunterfranchise. Whether players are returning from the first beta or jumping in for the first time, February is shaping up to be an exciting month for monster hunters everywhere.
Monster Hunter Wilds
WHERE TO PLAY
The unbridled force of nature runs wild and relentless, with environments transforming drastically from one moment to the next. This is a story of monsters and humans and their struggles to live in harmony in a world of duality.Fulfill your duty as a Hunter by tracking and defeating powerful monsters and forging strong new weapons and armor from the materials you harvest from your hunt as you uncover the connection between the people of the Forbidden Lands and the locales they inhabit.The ultimate hunting experience awaits you in Monster Hunter Wilds.
