Secure your Monster Hunter Wilds pre-order bonuses before the February 28th release! This guide breaks down the pre-order incentives and various editions to help you decide which is right for you.
Platform Availability:
Monster Hunter Wilds launches February 28th on Xbox Series X|S, PlayStation 5, and PC. It's skipping Xbox One, PlayStation 4, and Nintendo Switch due to performance limitations. A potential Nintendo Switch 2 release remains unconfirmed.
Pre-Order Bonuses:
Pre-ordering before February 28th nets you:
- Guild Knight Layered Armor Set
- Talisman: Hope Charm
The Hope Charm's exact effect is undisclosed, but likely provides a combat advantage.
Game Editions:
Several editions offer varying bonus content:
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Standard Edition ($69.99): Base game and pre-order content. Available digitally and physically on consoles, digitally on PC.
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Deluxe Edition ($89.99): Includes Standard Edition content plus additional cosmetic layered armor sets, decorations, gestures, hairstyles, makeup, stickers, and a nameplate. Digitally available on PC and consoles.
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Premium Deluxe Edition ($109.99): Combines Standard and Deluxe Edition content with premium bonus content at launch and additional cosmetic DLC packs releasing Spring and Summer 2025. Digitally available on PC and consoles.
Japan-Exclusive Collector's Editions (PS5 Only):
- Collector's Edition ($68): Steelbook, weapon bag, and Seikret plush. Note: Does not include the game itself.
- Ultra Collector's Edition ($1,140): Includes the Collector's Edition items, the base game, and a Monster Hunter Wilds Secret Folding Bicycle (ships separately around April 2025). Note: Does not include Deluxe Edition DLC.
International shipping for Japanese Collector's Editions is unavailable directly from Capcom.
Early Reactions:
Previews have been overwhelmingly positive, praising the refined gameplay, improved performance over the beta, and impressive monster variety. Additional open betas are scheduled for February 7-10 and February 14-17.
Don't delay your pre-order if you want to secure those bonus items! This article was updated on 2/3/2025.
