The phenomenal success of Monster Hunter Wilds can be attributed to its compelling narrative, as stated by the series' producer. Dive deeper into the insights shared by Ryozo Tsujimoto and discover details about the upcoming limited-time event.
Monster Hunter Wilds Continues To Be One of The Most Popular Games of 2025
Monster Hunter Wilds is Popular Due To Its Story, Immersion, and Crossplay
Monster Hunter Wilds has shattered records by selling over 8 million units within just three days of its release, making it Capcom's fastest-selling title to date. In an insightful interview with The Nikkei on March 10, series producer Ryozo Tsujimoto credits the game's soaring popularity to its rich storytelling and exceptional voice acting. Additionally, Tsujimoto highlighted the game's crossplay feature as a key factor in uniting players across various gaming platforms.
Last month, during a conversation with GamesRadar+, Tsujimoto emphasized the significance of the PC platform and the efforts put into crossplay. He recognized the growing influence of PC gaming in Japan and globally, stating, "We worked very hard to achieve that this time around." He further elaborated, "That means the choice is yours on which platform you want to play with, and then you can just go online and hunt with your friends."
While Tsujimoto praised the narrative depth of Monster Hunter Wilds, some fans have expressed mixed feelings. According to various discussions on Steam, a portion of the community felt that the story included lengthy Seikrit rides and dialogues that did not resonate with them. However, these fans acknowledge that the primary appeal of Monster Hunter games lies in their gameplay rather than the storyline.
At Game8, Monster Hunter Wilds has been awarded an impressive score of 90 out of 100. This rating reflects the game's enhancements over its predecessors, including quality-of-life improvements, engaging gameplay, stunning visuals, and a surprisingly compelling story. To delve deeper into our analysis, be sure to read our full review below!