Monster Hunter Wilds Breaks Steam Records But Faces Performance Issues

Capcom’s new release achieves over 1.3 million concurrent players on Steam but receives mixed reviews due to optimization problems on PC.

Monster Hunter Wilds has become Capcom's most successful Steam launch, reaching over 1.3 million concurrent players within 12 hours of release.
The game has entered Steam's all-time top 10 for peak concurrent players, surpassing titles like Elden Ring and Cyberpunk 2077.
Despite critical acclaim for its gameplay and design, the PC version has a 'Mixed' review rating on Steam due to widespread performance issues.
Players report crashes, low frame rates, and poor optimization, even on high-end PCs, prompting Capcom to issue troubleshooting advice.
Capcom has yet to release a patch but expects Monster Hunter Wilds to drive significant revenue, with strong console sales adding to its commercial success.