Monster Hunter Wilds has taken the world by storm upon its release, achieving a remarkable position in the Steam records. On its first day, the new title reached an impressive peak of 920,464 connected players, quickly placing it at #10 on the list of most played games on the platform. This launch has surpassed previous records set by popular titles such as Baldur’s Gate 3, Hogwarts Legacy, and New World, all of which previously dominated user engagement metrics.
It has continued to rise even after its release
At 10:05 PM Pacific Time, Monster Hunter Wilds not only made its presence known in the records but also continued its rise to #8, surpassing Elden Ring, which had 953,426 players at its peak. Currently, the title is only 100,000 players away from surpassing Cyberpunk 2077, which holds the record of 953,426 connected players. With the weekend still ahead, it is not ruled out that the number of players will continue to increase significantly, which could take Wilds to new levels of popularity.
The positive reception of the game can be attributed to its blend of intense action and a rich character creation experience, which has likely captured the attention of franchise fans. However, it is worth considering that the number of players may continue to increase throughout the weekend. The community is excited about the possibility of exploring new monsters and mechanics in this installment, and many are wondering how many more will join the hunt in the coming days.
