Monster Hunter Wilds is gearing up for a second Open Beta, offering a fresh chance for newcomers and returning players alike to experience the thrill of the hunt! This expanded beta includes exciting new features and content. Learn how to participate below!
Hunt a New Beast!
Missed the first Monster Hunter Wilds Open Beta? Fear not! A second Open Beta Test is scheduled for the first two weeks of February.
Following the success of the initial beta, this second phase provides another opportunity to test the game before its official launch on February 28th. Producer Ryozo Tsujimoto announced the news via a video on the official Monster Hunter YouTube channel.
The beta will run in two sessions: February 6th-9th and February 13th-16th. Available on PC, PlayStation 5, and Xbox Series X|S, this iteration boasts new content, including the formidable Gypceros, a familiar foe from the series.
Character data from the first beta is transferable to this one and, subsequently, to the full game. However, progress won't carry over. As a thank you for participating, beta testers receive in-game rewards: a decorative Stuffed Felyne Teddy weapon charm, and a bonus item pack to aid early-game progress.
"Many requested a second chance to play, or to try the beta for the first time," Tsujimoto explained. "The team is diligently working to finalize the full game." While a pre-launch community update video detailed planned improvements, these won't be included in this beta phase.
Monster Hunter Wilds launches on PC, PlayStation 5, and Xbox Series X|S on February 28th, 2025. Get ready to hunt!
