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"Monster Hunter Wilds Hits 8 Million Sales in Just 3 Days, Fastest Capcom Game Ever"

By MatthewMay 14,2025

Monster Hunter Wilds has not only achieved an impressive feat by selling over eight million units in just three days, but it has also set a new record as the fastest-selling game in Capcom's history. This remarkable achievement underscores the game's immense popularity and the strong demand from fans worldwide.

According to Capcom's reports, Monster Hunter Wilds has significantly outperformed its predecessors. It has surpassed the initial shipment of five million copies of Monster Hunter World in 2018 and the four million copies of Monster Hunter Rise in 2021, demonstrating a robust start that has exceeded expectations.

### Monster Hunter Wilds Weapons Tier List

Monster Hunter Wilds Weapons Tier List

The success of Monster Hunter Wilds is further highlighted by its record-breaking performance on Steam, where it soared past one million concurrent players during its opening weekend. This surge not only propelled it to become the 7th most-played game ever on the platform but also helped Steam achieve a historic milestone of 40 million concurrent players for the first time.

In our review of Monster Hunter Wilds, we noted that the game "continues to refine the series by smoothing out its rough edges in innovative ways, resulting in highly enjoyable battles, though it may lack the challenge some players crave."

Capcom also shared that the Monster Hunter series, which debuted on the PlayStation 2 in 2004, has now surpassed 108 million units sold as of December 31, 2024, showcasing the enduring appeal and growth of the franchise.

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For those eager to dive deeper into the world of Monster Hunter Wilds, be sure to explore our comprehensive Monster Hunter Wilds Wiki guide. Additionally, check out our analysis of how Monster Hunter has taken the gaming world by storm and discover how long it took five different IGN team members to complete the game.

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