In just over a month since its launch, Monster Hunter Wilds has obliterated sales records for Capcom, highlighting the franchise’s growing dominance in the gaming world. Following the triumphant release of Monster Hunter World in 2018, which gained global acclaim, Monster Hunter Wilds is poised to surpass previous benchmarks, supported by a steady influx of content and an ever-expanding player base. This latest installment is set to become the most successful game in the storied Monster Hunter legacy.
According to a press release from Capcom, Monster Hunter Wilds has achieved over 10 million units sold, establishing a groundbreaking record for first-month sales within the company’s history. Capcom attributes this remarkable success to several key factors: a simultaneous launch across PC and consoles, the introduction of crossplay for the first time in the franchise, and a well-executed amalgamation of classic Monster Hunter elements with innovative gameplay features. Enhanced mechanics such as the Focus Mode and the ability to seamlessly navigate between various biomes have enriched the gaming experience considerably, immersing players deeper into the Monster Hunter universe.
Monster Hunter Wilds Achieves Record-Breaking Sales
A Pioneering Success Among Capcom’s Titles
Monster Hunter Wilds is rapidly positioning itself among Capcom’s top-selling titles. Based on Capcom’s sales data, the franchise’s all-time best-seller is Monster Hunter World, which managed to shift approximately 21 million copies over nearly seven years. Remarkably, Monster Hunter Wilds has sold nearly half of that total in just its opening month. Although current figures for 2025 have not yet been released, it is projected that Wilds would rank as the seventh best-selling game in Capcom’s portfolio, closely trailing behind Resident Evil Village.
Additionally, Monster Hunter Wilds holds the title for the fastest-selling game in Capcom’s history, with an impressive 8 million copies sold within the first three days of release. The game has since seen sales grow by another 2 million units in the following weeks.
Ongoing Updates, DLC, and Community Engagement
Exciting Features and Expansions Ahead
Looking ahead, Monster Hunter Wilds is set to receive extensive support over the next few years. The first major update, Title Update 1, is scheduled for April 4, bringing a gathering hub, an array of new monsters, and fresh armor and crafting opportunities to eager players. Following that, a summer update will introduce yet another monster and exciting event quests. Both updates will be available without cost, requiring players simply to install the update as it becomes available.
While a traditional Master Rank expansion has not been officially announced, the timing suggests that it could arrive as early as next year. Historical trends indicate that such expansions, as seen with Monster Hunter World: Iceborne and Monster Hunter Rise: Sunbreak, were typically launched about a year post-release. Given that Master Rank content is currently missing and the game’s sales trajectory is strong, expectations for a major expansion for Monster Hunter Wilds in 2026 seem highly plausible.
With a vibrant community rallying around Monster Hunter Wilds, there are ample mods and player-driven support available, ensuring the game’s enduring appeal. A robust player base, record-setting sales figures, and strategic content support collectively foreshadow a promising future for Monster Hunter Wilds, establishing it as a potential genre-defining title in Capcom’s acclaimed history.
Source: Capcom