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Monster Hunter Wilds Open Beta Release Time and Countdown

The open beta for Monster Hunter Wilds started on October 31, 2024 and ended on November 4, 2024. See open beta's release time, countdown, how to download it, and what carries over to the full version.

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Open Beta Release Time and Countdown

Open Beta Release Times

October 31, 2024 8PM (PT) on PS5, Steam, and Xbox

Open Beta Test End Time Countdown
The Open Beta for all consoles has now ended!

Location Release Time End Time
Los Angeles (UTC-8) Oct. 31 (8:00 PM) Nov. 3 (6:59 PM)
New York (UTC-5) Oct. 30 (11:00 PM) Nov. 3 (9:59 PM)
Brazil (UTC-3) Nov. 1 (12:00 AM) Nov. 3 (11:59 AM)
London (UTC) Nov. 1 (3:00 AM) Nov. 4 (2:59 AM)
South Africa (UTC+2) Nov. 1 (5:00 AM) Nov. 4 (4:59 AM)
Perth (UTC+8) Nov. 1 (11:00 AM) Nov. 4 (10:59 AM)
Tokyo (UTC+9) Nov. 1 (12:00 PM) Nov. 4 (11:59 AM)
Sydney (UTC+11) Nov. 1 (2:00 PM) Nov. 4 (1:59 PM)
Auckland (UTC+13) Nov. 1 (4:00 PM) Nov. 4 (3:59 PM)

Note: The Xbox Series X|S and PlayStation open beta tests are available to those who are not subscribed to Game Pass Core/Ultimate and PlayStation Plus respectively.

October 28, 2024 8PM (PT) for PS Plus Subscribers

PS Plus Open Beta Test Countdown
The PS Plus Open Beta Test has ended!

Location Release Time End Time
Los Angeles (UTC-7) Oct. 28 (8:00 PM) Oct. 30 (7:59 PM)
New York (UTC-4) Oct. 28 (11:00 PM) Oct. 30 (10:59 PM)
Brazil (UTC-3) Oct. 29 (12:00 AM) Oct. 31 (11:59 AM)
London (UTC) Oct. 29 (3:00 AM) Oct. 31 (2:59 AM)
South Africa (UTC+2) Oct. 29 (5:00 AM) Oct. 31 (4:59 AM)
Perth (UTC+8) Oct. 29 (11:00 AM) Oct. 31 (10:59 AM)
Tokyo (UTC+9) Oct. 29 (12:00 PM) Oct. 31 (11:59 AM)
Sydney (UTC+11) Oct. 29 (2:00 PM) Oct. 31 (1:59 PM)
Auckland (UTC+13) Oct. 29 (4:00 PM) Oct. 31 (3:59 PM)

As of November 4, 2024, the open beta for Monster Hunter Wilds has now ended for all platforms.

Further testing may open some time in the future, but for now, players all that's left for players to do is to wait for the game's release onFebruary 28, 2025.

Open Beta Test Pre-Download Dates

October 28, 2024 3AM (GMT) for PS Plus Subscribers

The pre-download for PS Plus subscribers was on October 28, 2024 3AM (GMT). As of November 4, the beta test for all platforms has now been closed and made unavailable to download.

October 31, 2024 3AM (GMT) on PS5, Steam, and Xbox

For those playing on Steam, Xbox, and PS5 with no PS Plus subscription, the pre-download began on October 31, 2024 3AM (GMT).

Beta Now Unavailable

As of November 4, 2024, the beta test has now closed for all platforms and is currently unavailable to download.

Monster Hunter Wilds will release on February 28, 2024, so the best players can do is wait for the said date to be able to play the game again.

Open Beta Test Rewards

Bonus Pendant

MH Wilds - Open Beta Test Pendant Reward

Players who participated in the Monster Hunter Wilds Open Beta will receive an exclusive Stuffed Felyne Teddy, which they can claim in the full version of the game. To qualify, simply create character data during the Open Beta Test period.

Bonus Item Pack

Bonus Item Pack Contents
MH Wilds - Open Beta Test Supplies Reward
・ Mega Potion x10
・ Ration x5
・ Lifepowder x5
・ Max Potion x2
・ Herbal Medicine x2
・ Nulberry x2
・ Armor Sphere x5

Participants in the Open Beta will also be able to claim a Bonus Item Pack of miscellaneous consumables and upgrade materials upon the game’s release. Create a character data during the Open Beta Test period to qualify for this reward.

Do You Need to Preorder to Play the Open Beta?

Preorder Is Not Needed to Play the Open Beta

The official Monster Hunter Twitter/X mentions that it is not required to preorder Monster Hunter Wilds to play the Open Beta Test.

How to Download and Play the Open Beta

How to Download on the PS5

How to Download on the PS5
1 Go to the PlayStation Store and click the magnifying glass icon on the top-right corner.
2 Search for "Monster Hunter Wilds" and select the game.
3 Click the three dot icon and select the demo version to download.

How to Download on Steam

How to Download on Steam
1
How to Download on Steam Step 1
Open Steam and type "Monster Hunter Wilds" on the search bar.
2 Select the demo version.
3 Press the green Download button to start downloading the game on your computer.

Beta Now Unavailable

As of November 4, 2024, the beta test has now closed for all platforms and is currently unavailable to download.

Monster Hunter Wilds will release on February 28, 2024, so the best players can do is wait for the said date to be able to play the game again.

Open Beta Features

All Open Beta Content

Open Beta Features

Check markCharacter Creation
Check markStory Trial
Check markDoshaguma Hunt

In the open beta test, you can play the three features: character creation, story trial, and the Doshagum Hunt quest. Online multiplayer is possible with crossplay, so you can play with people from different consoles.

Character Creation

Character Creation

You can customize your character and Palico during the open beta test. The character creation settings can be carried over to the full version if you have a save data.

Character Creator Guide

Story Trial

Story Trial

You can play through the story starting from the opening cutscene and through the Chatacabra hunt.

Chatacabra Boss Guide and How to Beat

Doshaguma Hunt

Doshaguma Hunt

The Doshaguma Hunt is also available in the open beta test. In this hunt, the goal is to defeat the alpha of the Doshaguma pack using pre-prepared equipment and items.

Doshaguma Boss Guide and How to Beat

Features that Carry Over from Open Beta

Feature Carries Over?
Character creation (including companions) ✔︎
Story progress ✖︎
Acquired items and materials ✖︎
Optional settings ✖︎

Character Creation Settings

Character Creation Settings

The only feature that carries over from the open beta test to the final version is your character creation settings. Story progress, acquired items, and materials cannot be carried over.

Obtain Save Data Bonus in the Full Version

Pendant

Open Beta participants will be able to claim a Pendant and a an item pack bonus.

▲ Open Beta Rewards

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