Monster Hunter Wilds continues its meteoric rise, smashing through the 10 million sales barrier and setting a new benchmark for Capcom. This incredible achievement marks the highest first-month sales in Capcom's history, outpacing any previous titles from the company. Remarkably, Wilds had already set records by selling 8 million copies within its first three days on the market.
Capcom attributes the game's success to several innovative features. The introduction of crossplay, a first for the series, along with a simultaneous launch across PlayStation 5, Xbox Series X|S, and PC, has broadened the game's appeal. Unlike its predecessor, Monster Hunter World, which had a staggered release with PC following half a year later, Wilds' day-one availability on all platforms has significantly boosted its reach.
"The title provides an environment where a wider range of players can enjoy the game together with the introduction of crossplay, a first for the series, and a simultaneous release on PlayStation 5 system, Xbox Series X|S, and PC," Capcom stated.
Moreover, the addition of the new Focus Mode mechanic and seamless transitions between settlements and ecosystems have enhanced the game's immersive quality. "Additionally, the introduction of the new Focus Mode mechanic and the implementation of seamless movement between settlements and ecosystems have provided an even more immersive gaming experience, while the fusion of numerous new elements with Monster Hunter’s appeal has generated significant excitement, all of which led to the company's first-month sales record of over 10 million units sold."
Looking ahead, Monster Hunter Wilds is set to expand with Title Update 1, launching on April 4. This update will introduce a fan-favorite monster and the Grand Hub, a new in-game settlement for player interaction. Title Update 2, teased to include Lagiacrus, is scheduled for the summer. For more details on these updates, check out IGN's comprehensive coverage of the Monster Hunter Wilds Title Update 1 showcase.
The Monster Hunter franchise has already made significant inroads in Western markets with the 2018 release of Monster Hunter World, which remains Capcom's best-selling game with 21.3 million units sold. Given Wilds' current trajectory, it's poised to eventually surpass even these impressive figures.
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