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How to Join the Monster Hunter Wilds Beta: Dates, What’s Included, & More

By NoahMar 04,2025

How to Join the Monster Hunter Wilds Beta: Dates, What’s Included, & More

Kick off 2025 with the Monster Hunter Wilds open beta! Before the official launch (Q1 2025), experience the game firsthand. This guide covers everything you need to know about the second open beta.

Table of contents

  • Monster Hunter Wilds Second Open Beta Dates
  • How to Access the Beta
  • New Content in the Second Open Beta

Monster Hunter Wilds Second Open Beta Dates

The Monster Hunter Wilds second open beta is divided into two phases:

Phase 1: February 6th, 7 p.m. PT – February 9th, 6:59 p.m. PT Phase 2: February 13th, 7 p.m. PT – February 16th, 6:59 p.m. PT

Each phase lasts four days, providing a total of eight days of gameplay. The beta will be available on PS5, Xbox, and PC (Steam).

How to Access the Beta

This is an open beta; no pre-registration is required. PS5 and Xbox users can download the beta directly from their respective digital stores. Steam players should check the game's store page for the download option closer to the release dates.

New Content in the Second Open Beta

The highlight of the second beta is the addition of the Gypceros hunt. All previously released beta content will also be available.

Participating in the beta unlocks in-game rewards:

  • Stuffed Felyne Teddy Pendant
  • Raw Meat x10
  • Shock Trap x3
  • Pitfall Trap x3
  • Tranq Bomb x10
  • Large Barrel Bomb x3
  • Armor Sphere x5
  • Flash Pod x10
  • Large Dung Pod x10

That's all you need to know about the Monster Hunter Wilds second open beta. For more game information, including pre-order bonuses, check out [The Escapist](insert link here if applicable).

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