"Monster Hunter Wilds Surpasses 10 Million Sales: Capcom Reveals Success Secrets"

Monster Hunter Wilds continues its meteoric rise, effortlessly surpassing the 10 million sales mark and setting a new benchmark for developer and publisher Capcom. This achievement marks a historic first-month sales record for Capcom, outpacing any previous game's performance in the company's history. Remarkably, Wilds had already become the fastest-selling title in Capcom's portfolio after amassing 8 million sales in just three days.

In a press release, Capcom shed light on the reasons behind Monster Hunter Wilds' unparalleled success, even eclipsing the monumental sales of Monster Hunter World. Key to this success, Capcom noted, was the implementation of crossplay, allowing for a more connected gaming community, and the simultaneous launch across PlayStation 5, Xbox Series X|S, and PC. This marked a significant shift from Monster Hunter World's staggered release strategy, which saw a six-month delay for its PC version.

"The title provides an environment where a wider range of players can enjoy the game together with the introduction of crossplay, a first for the series, and a simultaneous release on PlayStation 5 system, Xbox Series X|S, and PC," Capcom stated. They further highlighted the new Focus Mode mechanic and the seamless transition between settlements and ecosystems as pivotal to delivering an enhanced, immersive gaming experience. The combination of these innovative features with the series' inherent appeal has sparked immense excitement, culminating in Capcom's record-breaking sales of over 10 million units in the game's first month.

Looking ahead, Monster Hunter Wilds is set to keep its momentum with the release of Title Update 1 on April 4, introducing a beloved monster and the Grand Hub, a new in-game settlement for player interaction. Title Update 2, slated for the summer, will feature the fan-favorite Lagiacrus. For comprehensive coverage, check out IGN's detailed roundup of everything announced during the Monster Hunter Wilds Title Update 1 showcase.

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The Monster Hunter series made a significant impact in the West with the 2018 release of World, which remains Capcom's best-selling game with 21.3 million units sold. However, with its current trajectory, it appears highly likely that Wilds will eventually surpass this milestone.

To kickstart your adventure in Monster Hunter Wilds, dive into our guide on what Monster Hunter Wilds doesn’t tell you and explore all 14 weapon types available in the game. For further assistance, our MH Wilds walkthrough is continually being updated, and our MH Wilds multiplayer guide will help you connect and play with friends. If you participated in one of the open betas, learn how to transfer your MH Wilds Beta character to the full game.