Series Producer Credits Story for Monster Hunter Wilds Success

The resounding success of Monster Hunter Wilds in 2025 can be attributed to its compelling narrative, according to series producer Ryozo Tsujimoto. Dive deeper into Tsujimoto's insights on the game and discover details about the upcoming limited-time event.

Monster Hunter Wilds is Popular Due To Its Story, Immersion, and Crossplay

Since its launch, Monster Hunter Wilds has shattered records by selling over 8 million units in just three days, marking it as Capcom's fastest-selling title to date. In a revealing interview with The Nikkei on March 10, Ryozo Tsujimoto credited the game's booming success to its deep narrative focus and exceptional voice work. Additionally, Tsujimoto highlighted the game's crossplay feature as a key factor in uniting players across various gaming platforms.

In a prior conversation with GamesRadar+, Tsujimoto emphasized the significance of the PC platform and the extensive efforts put into achieving seamless crossplay. He noted the growing popularity of PCs in Japan and worldwide, stating, "We worked very hard to achieve that this time around." Tsujimoto further elaborated, "That means the choice is yours on which platform you want to play with, and then [you can just] go online and hunt with your friends."

Despite Tsujimoto's praise for the story, a segment of the fanbase on Steam expressed dissatisfaction, particularly criticizing the lengthy Seikrit rides and the dialogue they found unengaging. However, these fans acknowledge that the primary allure of Monster Hunter games lies in their gameplay rather than their narrative.

At Game8, Monster Hunter Wilds earned an impressive overall score of 90 out of 100. This high rating is a testament to the game's enhancements over its predecessors, featuring quality-of-life improvements, addictive gameplay, stunning visuals, and a surprisingly engaging story. To delve deeper into our analysis, don't miss our comprehensive review below!