by Aaron Jan 26,2025
Monster Hunter Wilds Open Beta: Cross-Play Confirmed, Launching Next Week!

Capcom's recent showcase unveiled exciting new details for Monster Hunter Wilds, including a cross-play open beta starting next week! Prepare to hunt across PS5, Xbox Series X|S, and PC.
Open Beta Access:
PS Plus subscribers on PS5 enjoy early access, beginning October 28th. Everyone else joins the hunt starting October 31st, running until November 3rd. Pre-downloads begin October 27th (PS Plus) and October 30th (all others). Ensure you have at least 18GB of free space.
Beta Timings: (See tables below for specific regional start and end times for PS Plus members and other players.)
For PlayStation Plus Members on PS5:
| Region | Open Beta Test Start Time | Open Beta Test End Time |
|---|---|---|
| United States (EDT) | Oct 28, 11:00 p.m. | Oct 29, 10:59 p.m. |
| United States (PDT) | Oct 28, 8:00 p.m. | Oct 29, 7:59 p.m. |
| United Kingdom | Oct 29, 4:00 a.m. | Oct 30, 3:59 a.m. |
| New Zealand | Oct 29, 4:00 p.m. | Oct 30, 3:59 p.m. |
| Australian East Coast | Oct 29, 2:00 p.m. | Oct 30, 1:59 p.m. |
| Australian West Coast | Oct 29, 11:00 a.m. | Oct 30, 10:59 a.m. |
| Japan | Oct 29, 12:00 p.m. | Oct 30, 11:59 a.m. |
| Philippines | Oct 29, 11:00 a.m. | Oct 30, 10:59 a.m. |
| South Africa | Oct 29, 5:00 a.m. | Oct 30, 4:59 a.m. |
| Brazil | Oct 29, 12:00 a.m. | Oct 29, 11:59 p.m. |
For Non-PS Plus Members and Players on Steam and Xbox Series X|S:
| Region | Open Beta Test Start Time | Open Beta Test End Time |
|---|---|---|
| United States (EDT) | Oct 31, 11:00 p.m. | Nov 3, 10:59 p.m. |
| United States (PDT) | Oct 31, 8:00 p.m. | Nov 3, 7:59 p.m. |
| United Kingdom | Nov 1, 4:00 a.m. | Nov 4, 3:59 a.m. |
| New Zealand | Nov 1, 4:00 p.m. | Nov 4, 3:59 p.m. |
| Australian East Coast | Nov 1, 2:00 p.m. | Nov 4, 1:59 p.m. |
| Australian West Coast | Nov 1, 11:00 a.m. | Nov 4, 10:59 a.m. |
| Japan | Nov 1, 12:00 p.m. | Nov 4, 11:59 a.m. |
| Philippines | Nov 1, 11:00 a.m. | Nov 4, 10:59 a.m. |
| South Africa | Nov 1, 5:00 a.m. | Nov 4, 4:59 a.m. |
| Brazil | Nov 1, 12:00 a.m. | Nov 3, 11:59 p.m. |
Open Beta Content:
The beta features character creation (with progress carrying over to the full game!), a Story Trial (tutorial and Chatacabra fight), and a challenging Doshaguma Hunt (supports multiplayer or NPC hunters).
Beta Rewards:
All beta participants receive exclusive in-game rewards (Palico pendant, Seikret, Mega Potions, Rations) downloadable upon the full game's release on February 28th, 2025.
New Trailer Reveals:
The "Black Flame" trailer showcases the Oilwell Basin, a fiery new locale with unique monsters like the Ajarakan and Rompopolo, and the ominous Black Flame itself. We also get a glimpse of the people of Azuz and their connection to the Everforge.

Get ready for the hunt!
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