Monster Hunter Wilds Nears 1 Million Peak Concurrent Players on Steam — and It’s Only Going to Get Bigger From Here

Monster Hunter Wilds has stormed onto the scene with a monumental launch, boasting nearly 1 million concurrent players on Steam. Capcom's latest action-adventure game, available on PC, PlayStation 5, and Xbox Series X and S, has swiftly climbed the ranks to become the eighth most-played game on Steam ever, with an impressive peak of 987,482 concurrent users.

To put this achievement into perspective, Monster Hunter Wilds has surpassed the all-time peak concurrent user numbers of major hits like Elden Ring, Hogwarts Legacy, and Baldur's Gate 3. It has also eclipsed its predecessor, Monster Hunter World, which reached a peak of 334,684 concurrent users on Steam back in 2018. It's important to note that the true peak concurrent figure for Monster Hunter Wilds is likely even higher, as neither Sony nor Microsoft disclose player numbers for their platforms.

As Monster Hunter Wilds enters its first weekend on the market, the question on everyone's mind is how far the Steam concurrent player count can climb. It's highly anticipated that it will break the 1 million concurrent player mark today, potentially surpassing Cyberpunk 2077. The possibility of reaching 2 million concurrent players is also being speculated upon.

While Capcom has yet to release official sales figures for Monster Hunter Wilds, all indicators suggest it's a blockbuster launch. For comparison, Monster Hunter World sold over 25 million copies in six years, securing its place as Capcom's best-selling game to date. However, the game's user reviews on Steam are mixed, with some players citing performance issues.

IGN's review of Monster Hunter Wilds awarded it an 8/10, with our team noting, "Monster Hunter Wilds continues to smooth off the rougher corners of the series in smart ways, making for some extremely fun fights but also lacking any real challenge."

For those curious about the game's length, check out our How Long Is Monster Hunter Wilds? page to see how long it took various IGN team members to complete it. Preparing for your hunt? Don't miss our comprehensive list of every confirmed monster in Monster Hunter Wilds, and our detailed guide to all 14 weapon types in the game.