Monster Hunter Wilds has achieved an unprecedented milestone by selling over eight million units within just three days of its release, marking it as the fastest-selling game in Capcom's history. This remarkable achievement significantly outpaces the initial sales of its predecessors, with Monster Hunter World shipping five million copies in 2018 and Monster Hunter Rise reaching four million in 2021.

The success of Monster Hunter Wilds is further evidenced by its peak of over one million concurrent players on Steam during its opening weekend, surpassing Cyberpunk 2077 and securing its place as the 7th most-played game ever on the platform. This surge in popularity also contributed to Steam reaching a new record of over 40 million concurrent users for the first time.

In our review of Monster Hunter Wilds, we noted that the game "continues to smooth off the rougher corners of the series in smart ways, making for some extremely fun fights but also lacking any real challenge." This indicates that while the game is highly enjoyable, it may not offer the same level of difficulty that some fans might expect from the series.

Capcom also shared that the Monster Hunter franchise, which started in 2004 on the PlayStation 2, has now surpassed 108 million units sold as of December 31, 2024. This underscores the enduring popularity and growth of the series over the years.

For those looking to dive deeper into Monster Hunter Wilds, be sure to explore our comprehensive Monster Hunter Wilds Wiki guide. Additionally, check out our analysis of how Monster Hunter has taken over the gaming world and insights from five different IGN team members on how long it took them to complete the game.

Monster Hunter Wilds Weapons Tier List