Monster Hunter Wilds Surges on Steam Despite Negative Feedback
Monster Hunter Wilds has stormed onto Steam, breaking records despite mixed reviews. The game has already become the series' most-played PC launch, with over 700,000 concurrent players and a peak of 1.3 million. However, its Steam score sits at a low 47 percent, with many players criticizing its optimization and performance issues. Whether you're a fan of the series or a newcomer, the game's rocky start is making waves in the gaming community.
Record-Breaking Launch
Monster Hunter Wilds is off to a massive start, surpassing previous entries like Monster Hunter World and Monster Hunter Rise. With over 700,000 concurrent players on Steam, it’s on track to potentially double that number by the weekend. This could place it above popular titles like Counter-Strike 2 and even challenge Black Myth: Wukong and Palworld for the all-time number 2 spot on Steam.
Mixed Steam Reviews
Despite its success, the game’s Steam reviews are far from glowing. Many players are frustrated with performance issues, especially on weaker gaming rigs. Reviews often praise the game’s quality but slam its optimization, with comments like, “This game is amazing, but has the worst optimization I’ve ever seen.” Others have been more blunt, with one user saying, “I paid 70 dollars to boot a crash report.”
Performance Problems
Players are reporting a range of issues, from framerate stuttering to frequent crashes. Some have noted that even high-end PCs struggle to run the game smoothly at higher resolutions. Digital Foundry’s analysis didn’t hold back, calling out the game’s “profound performance problems.” While Capcom has released a troubleshooting guide, it’s unclear how much of the issue is on their end versus players needing to tweak their own settings.
Console Experience
The game isn’t perfect on consoles either. On PlayStation 5, it can look muddy at higher framerates, leading some to prefer playing at a cinematic 30fps. However, the console version seems more stable, with fewer bugs and crashes reported. This makes it a more reliable option for those looking to dive into the game without technical headaches.
What’s Next?
Capcom is expected to address some of these issues in post-launch updates. The game’s use of the RE engine, which powers Resident Evil, could be a factor in its performance challenges. Despite its rocky start, Monster Hunter Wilds has the potential to become a multiplayer phenomenon, much like Helldivers 2. Only time will tell if it can overcome its early hurdles.
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