"Monster Hunter Wilds Surpasses 10 Million Sales, Capcom Reveals Success Secrets"

Monster Hunter Wilds continues its meteoric rise, surpassing the 10 million sales mark and setting a new record for Capcom. This achievement marks the highest first-month sales in the company's history, outpacing any previous game. Notably, Wilds achieved 8 million sales within just three days of its launch, making it Capcom's fastest-selling game to date.

In a statement to the press, Capcom attributed the success of Monster Hunter Wilds to several key factors. The introduction of crossplay, a first for the series, along with a simultaneous launch on PlayStation 5, Xbox Series X|S, and PC, significantly broadened the game's appeal. These features allowed a wider range of players to enjoy the game together from day one, unlike its predecessor, Monster Hunter World, which had a delayed PC release.

Capcom also highlighted the new Focus Mode mechanic and the seamless transition between settlements and ecosystems as enhancements that have deepened the immersive experience. The combination of these new elements with the core Monster Hunter gameplay has generated substantial excitement, contributing to the record-breaking sales.

Looking ahead, Monster Hunter Wilds Title Update 1 is set to launch on April 4, introducing a fan-favorite monster and the Grand Hub, a new in-game settlement for player interaction. Title Update 2, expected in the summer, will feature the return of Lagiacrus. For more details on the updates, check out IGN's comprehensive coverage of the Monster Hunter Wilds Title Update 1 showcase.

The Monster Hunter series made a significant impact in the West 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 is poised to eventually surpass even this impressive figure.

To kickstart your Monster Hunter Wilds journey, explore our guides on what the game doesn't explicitly tell you, an overview of all 14 weapon types, and our ongoing MH Wilds walkthrough. Additionally, our MH Wilds multiplayer guide will help you understand how to play with friends, and if you participated in the open betas, learn how to transfer your MH Wilds Beta character to the full game.