Monster Hunter Wilds Surpasses 8 Million Units Sold in 3 Days and Is the Fastest Capcom Game to Do So

Monster Hunter Wilds has not only surpassed eight million units sold in just three days, but it has also become the fastest Capcom game ever to reach this milestone. This impressive feat showcases the game's immense popularity and the strong demand from fans eager to dive into its expansive world.

As reported by Capcom, Monster Hunter Wilds is off to an extremely strong start that is well above the five million copies 2018's Monster Hunter World shipped in its initial release and the four million Monster Hunter Rise shipped in 2021. These numbers shouldn't come as too much of a surprise as Monster Hunter Wilds rocketed above one million Steam concurrents over its opening weekend and overtook Cyberpunk 2077 to become the 7th most-played game ever. Wilds also helped Steam cross 40 million concurrent players for the first time, highlighting its significant impact on the gaming community.

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In our Monster Hunter Wilds review, we noted that it "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." This balance of accessibility and enjoyment has clearly resonated with a broad audience, contributing to its rapid sales success.

Speaking of the Monster Hunter series, Capcom revealed that the franchise, which began in 2004 on PlayStation 2, has exceeded 108 million units as of December 31, 2024. This milestone underscores the enduring appeal and growth of the series over the years.

For more, check out our extensive Monster Hunter Wilds Wiki guide, our look at how Monster Hunter took over the world, and how long it took five different IGN team members to finish the game. These resources provide deeper insights into the game's mechanics, strategies, and the community's experience.