Monster Hunter Wilds has achieved an extraordinary feat by selling over eight million units in just three days, making it the fastest-selling game in Capcom's history. This impressive milestone far exceeds the initial shipment figures of previous titles in the series, with Monster Hunter World shipping five million copies in 2018 and Monster Hunter Rise shipping four million in 2021.
The remarkable sales performance of Monster Hunter Wilds isn't surprising given its phenomenal reception on Steam, where it surpassed one million concurrent players during its launch weekend. This surge in popularity not only propelled it past Cyberpunk 2077 but also helped Steam achieve a record-breaking 40 million concurrent users for the first time.
In our review of Monster Hunter Wilds, we noted that the game "continues to smooth off the rougher corners of the series in smart ways, making for some extremely fun fights but also lacking any real challenge." This blend of accessibility and enjoyment has clearly resonated with gamers worldwide.
The success of Monster Hunter Wilds adds to the storied legacy of the Monster Hunter franchise, which Capcom announced has surpassed 108 million units sold globally as of December 31, 2024, since its inception on PlayStation 2 in 2004.
For those looking to dive deeper into the world of Monster Hunter Wilds, our comprehensive Wiki guide offers extensive resources. Additionally, explore our articles on how Monster Hunter took over the world and the varying times it took five different IGN team members to complete the game.
