The Monster Hunter Wilds beta explodes on Steam, crushing its predecessor

The Monster Hunter Wilds beta is finally out on PC, and that agonizing wait has culminated in a veritable explosion of players. Just hours after the beta test launched, the new open-world multiplayer RPG's playtest skyrocketed into the top Steam charts, flying past the likes of Call of Duty and GTA 5 as people flocked to try out their favorite weapons. It's an impressive start for the sequel to Capcom's best-selling game of all time, and suggests the studio could have another big winner on its hands as we move into 2025.

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