Capcom has exciting news for fans of the Monster Hunter series: the second open beta for Monster Hunter: Wilds is scheduled for February 2025. Following the success of the first beta in late 2024, this upcoming test will run over two weekends, offering players another chance to dive into the game before its official release on February 28, 2025.
Monster Hunter: Wilds promises to be one of the most ambitious entries in the beloved RPG franchise. Set in a vast wilderness, the game features a sprawling open-world filled with diverse ecosystems and a wide variety of monsters to track, battle, and conquer. The first beta introduced players to narrative cutscenes, character customization, and the thrill of hunting select creatures in a tutorial setting.
The second open beta is eagerly anticipated and will be available across PlayStation 5, Xbox Series X/S, and Steam. The scheduled dates and times are as follows:
- February 6, 2025, 7:00 pm PT - February 9, 2025, 6:59 pm PT
- February 13, 2025, 7:00 pm PT - February 16, 2025, 6:59 pm PT
What Players Can Expect From the Second Open Beta
The second open beta will include all the content from the first test, such as Character Creation, Story Trial, and the Slay Doshaguma Quest. Additionally, a new challenge awaits with the hunt for Gypceros, a fan-favorite monster returning to the series. Players who participated in the first beta can carry over their created characters, saving time on recreating their hunters in the detailed character editor.
Feedback from the first beta was generally positive, though some players expressed concerns about the game's visuals and the feel of different weapons, which they felt were unpolished compared to previous titles. Capcom has responded to these concerns, assuring the community that they are "working hard to improve the quality of the game before launch," taking player feedback seriously.
With less than two months until the full release, the second beta is a crucial opportunity for both Capcom and fans. It allows for further refinement of the game while reigniting excitement for what could be one of the most ambitious entries in the Monster Hunter franchise. Whether you're returning from the first beta or experiencing Monster Hunter: Wilds for the first time, February promises to be an exciting month for monster hunters everywhere.
