Monster Hunter Wilds Second Open Beta Running in February

Capcom announced that it is holding a second open beta test for Monster Hunter Wilds. The test will be available on PC, PlayStation 5, and Xbox Series X|S and will run over two periods:

• February 6 (7pm PST) to February 9 (6:59pm PST), 2025
• February 13 (7pm PST) to February 16 (6:59pm PST), 2025

The second open beta will include all of the content of the first open beta, as well as a hunt for returning series monster Gypceros and further content to be announced later. Those who participate will gain a bonus pendant and a bonus item pack to use in the full game. Capcom also noted that certain improvements being worked on as a result of feedback from the first open beta, including performance, game balance, weapon mechanics, etc. will not be included in the second open beta build. More details can be found on the game’s official website.

Monster Hunter Wilds will release on February 28, 2025, for PC, PlayStation 5, and Xbox Series X|S. The game sees players joining a special Research Commission investigating an area called the Forbidden Lands. It is planned to feature seamless transitions from story sequences into gameplay and will also add new Seikret mounts, which can guide the riders to planned destinations and let them perform actions while riding, such as sharpening weapons and gathering materials, while also allowing players to swap to a secondary weapon without needing to return to base.