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

Monster Hunter Wilds has soared to new heights, surpassing the 10 million sales mark in its first month, setting a new record for Capcom. This achievement outpaces any other game in Capcom's history, eclipsing even the impressive launch of Monster Hunter World, which sold 8 million copies within its first three days.

Capcom attributes the phenomenal success of Monster Hunter Wilds to several strategic decisions. The introduction of crossplay, enabling players on different platforms to play together, and a simultaneous launch across PlayStation 5, Xbox Series X|S, and PC have been pivotal. Unlike Monster Hunter World, which had a delayed PC release, Wilds was available on all platforms from day one. Capcom stated, "The title provides an environment where a wider range of players can enjoy the game together with the introduction of crossplay, a first for the series, and a simultaneous release on PlayStation 5 system, Xbox Series X|S, and PC."

Further enhancing the game's appeal, Capcom introduced the innovative Focus Mode mechanic and seamless transitions between settlements and ecosystems, enriching the immersive experience. "Additionally, the introduction of the new Focus Mode mechanic and the implementation of seamless movement between settlements and ecosystems have provided an even more immersive gaming experience, while the fusion of numerous new elements with Monster Hunter’s appeal has generated significant excitement, all of which led to the company first-month sales record of over 10 million units sold," Capcom elaborated.

Looking ahead, Monster Hunter Wilds is set to receive exciting updates. Title Update 1, scheduled for April 4, introduces 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 a comprehensive overview, check out IGN's detailed coverage of the Monster Hunter Wilds Title Update 1 showcase.

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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 its current trajectory, Monster Hunter Wilds is poised to eventually surpass this figure.

To enhance your Monster Hunter Wilds experience, explore what Monster Hunter Wilds doesn’t tell you, delve into a guide on all 14 weapon types, and follow our ongoing MH Wilds walkthrough. For those interested in multiplayer, our MH Wilds multiplayer guide explains how to play with friends. If you participated in one of the open betas, learn how to transfer your MH Wilds Beta character to the full game.