Monster Hunter Wilds Beta Preloading Is Live For Some, But Finding It Is Tricky

Preloading will be available for everyone taking part in the Monster Hunter Wilds beta, but PlayStation Plus members--who will get early access to the beta--can begin downloading it now. However, doing so isn't especially straightforward.

If you're on PS5 and looking to preload the beta, you'll need to find it hidden within the list of versions of Wilds that are available. Here's how to find it:

• Go to the PlayStation Store on your PS5
• Search for Monster Hunter Wilds
• On the main page select the ellipsis--or three dots--icon on the right side of the Monster Hunter Wilds wishlist option
• Select the Monster Hunter Wilds beta option

Not the easiest beta client to find.

Alternatively, you can sign into your PlayStation Network account and then open up the dedicated webpage for the Monster Hunter Wilds beta. When you boot up your PS5 again, you'll find it in your personal game library, ready to download. The beta isn't too big, clocking in at just over 16GB in size, but it does contain a pretty big preview of what to expect when Monster Hunter Wilds launches on February 28, 2025. You'll get complete access to the character creation tool, a Story Trial, and the free-roaming Doshaguma Hunt.

Some of the monsters you'll hunt include the armored beast known as the Ajarakan and the Rompopolo inhabiting areas with rich oil deposits. Anyone taking part in the open beta will receive a special decorative pendant for their weapons and a Seikret mount if they purchase the full game, and progress from the open beta will also transfer to the game when it arrives.

The Monster Hunter Wilds open beta will also feature cross-play between PC, PS5, and Xbox gamers, although the non-PS5 platforms only be joining the action several days from now.

If you need a reminder, here's a breakdown of when you can dive in depending on your platform, and the open beta will conclude on November 3 at 6:59 PM PT / 9:59 PM ET for all players.

PS5

• Early access for PS Plus subscribers: October 28 at 8 PM PT / 11 PM ET
• Non PS Plus subscribers: October 31 at 8 PM PT / 11 PM ET

Xbox Series X|S

• October 31 at 8 PM PT / 11 PM ET

PC via Steam

• October 31 at 8 PM PT / 11 PM ET

In related news, you can check out the official Monster Hunter Wilds PC requirements that are surprisingly hefty and how Capcom is aiming to make this the best Monster Hunter entry-point for new players.

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