Monster Hunter Wilds PC Benchmark Released, System Requirements Lowered
With Monster Hunter Wilds launching in just weeks, Capcom has unveiled a PC benchmark on Steam, allowing players to gauge system compatibility. Simultaneously, the game's PC system requirements have been significantly reduced.
The benchmark tool, available now on Steam, requires shader compilation upon launch but is otherwise straightforward to run. This is particularly useful given the updated system requirements.
Previously, achieving 1080p at 60fps (with Frame Generation) demanded an Nvidia GeForce RTX 2070 Super, RTX 4060, or AMD Radeon RX 6700XT GPU; an Intel Core i5-11600K, i5-12400, AMD Ryzen 5 3600X, or Ryzen 5 5500 CPU; and 16GB RAM.
However, the updated requirements, as detailed alongside the benchmark, are considerably lower:
Recommended (1080p/60fps with Frame Generation):
- OS: Windows 10 (64-bit) / Windows 11 (64-bit)
- Processor: Intel Core i5-10400 / Intel Core i3-12100 / AMD Ryzen 5 3600
- Memory: 16 GB
- Graphics Card (GPU): GeForce RTX 2060 Super / Radeon RX 6600 (8 GB VRAM)
- Storage: 75 GB (SSD required)
These revised specs, according to Capcom, should deliver a smooth 1080p/60fps experience with Frame Generation. The reduction represents a notable improvement in accessibility.
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Early benchmark results suggest improved performance compared to the beta, particularly with Frame Generation enabled. However, Steam Deck compatibility remains uncertain.
Another significant change is the reduced storage requirement. The game now needs 75GB of SSD space, down from the previously stated 140GB. This is surprising given the typical trend of increasing game sizes.
For further details on Monster Hunter Wilds, check out IGN First's coverage, including encounters with formidable beasts such as the apex monster Nu Udra, and our final hands-on preview. Monster Hunter Wilds releases on February 28, 2025, for PlayStation 5, Xbox Series X|S, and PC.
