Monster Hunter Wilds Breezes Past 10 Million Sold, Capcom Explains Why It’s Done So Incredibly Well

Monster Hunter Wilds’ phenomenal success shows no sign of slowing down. It’s just breezed past the 10 million sold mark, setting a new record for developer and publisher Capcom.

That’s a first month sales record for Capcom — no game in the company’s history has sold more after a month on sale. Wilds was already the fastest-selling game in Capcom history after selling 8 million copies in just three days.

In a note to press, Capcom explained why it believes Monster Hunter Wilds has proven so successful, even blowing Monster Hunter World out the water. It pointed to the introduction of crossplay and the day-one launch across console and PC (World launched on PC half a year after console) as key factors in Wilds’ appeal.

“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 explained.

“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 first-month sales record of over 10 million units sold.”

As detailed last week, Monster Hunter Wilds Title Update 1 launches April 4. It adds a fan-favorite monster as well as the Grand Hub, a new in-game settlement where players can gather and communicate with each other. Title Update 2, which Capcom teased adds Lagiacrus, is set for the summer. Check out IGN’s roundup of everything announced during the Monster Hunter Wilds Title Update 1 showcase for even more detail and information.

The Monster Hunter series had already ‘broken’ the west with the 2018 launch of World, which remains Capcom’ best-selling game ever with 21.3 million sold. But it seems likely that, over time, Wilds will surpass even that figure.

To help get your Monster Hunter Wilds adventure started, take a look at what Monster Hunter Wilds doesn’t tell you, and a guide to all 14 weapon types in the game. We’ve also got a detailed MH Wilds walkthrough in progress, a MH Wilds multiplayer guide to explain how to play with friends, and if you’ve played one of the open betas, here’s how to transfer your MH Wilds Beta character over.

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