Monster Hunter Wilds Unveils Stunning New 4K Gameplay Footage Featuring Improved Performance
Capcom has treated fans to fresh 4K gameplay footage of Monster Hunter Wilds, offering a glimpse into the challenges that await in the Oilwell Basin. The footage, shared by IGN, highlights two monsters—Ajarakan and Rompopolo—in an expansive new area that was previously announced but never shown.
New Gameplay Highlights
The footage showcases the intense battles with these creatures, giving players a taste of the thrilling encounters they can expect. Beyond the gameplay itself, the footage reveals notable performance improvements compared to the first open beta held last October. While the build used for this footage hasn't been specified, the smoother performance and graphical fidelity point to promising developments for the final release.
Watch the stunning gameplay here:
Second Open Beta Details
Capcom has confirmed that the performance improvements seen in the new footage will not be reflected in the upcoming second open beta, set for early February. This beta will largely mirror the first but will introduce the returning monster Gypceros as an additional challenge for players.
Monster Hunter Wilds is set to launch on February 28, 2025, for PC, PlayStation 5, Xbox Series X, and Xbox Series S. The game promises to build upon the series' hallmark gameplay with expansive new regions, improved mechanics, and challenging monsters to master.
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