In an exciting move for Monster Hunter fans, Capcom announced an extension to the Monster Hunter Wilds Open Beta Test. The decision was caused by the recent PlayStation Network (PSN) outage. The troubling event left many hunters unable to enjoy a good chunk of the first round. The second round of the OBT this month will be extended for a whole 24 hours. This gives hunters more time to get a taste of the next chapter of the Monster Hunter series as it enters its sixth generation.
A Setback for Players
The PSN outage over the weekend disrupted the fun for millions of PlayStation users. For Monster Hunter Wilds fans, this meant being locked out of the beta test during a critical window. Players were unable to experience the two extra monsters included in both rounds this month. These monsters are the returning Gypceros and the brutal flagship, Arkveld the White Wraith. Obviously, not being able to hunt these monsters at the same time as everyone else upset many people.
Capcom quickly acknowledged the issue and was quick to solve the problem. In a statement shared on social media, Capcom said that the beta would be extended to make up for the lost time. The post read, “Hunters, we’re pleased to confirm that due to the PlayStation Network outage that occurred during the first week of OBT2, we’re extending the second week of OBT2 by +24 hours on all platforms!”
The New OBT Times
Start Time: Feb. 13 @ 7 p.m. PT / Feb. 14 @ 3 a.m. GMT
End Time: Feb. 17 @ 6:59 p.m. PT / Feb. 18 @ 2:59 a.m. GMT
What the Monster Hunter Wilds OBT Includes
The Monster Hunter Wilds OBT has been exciting for hunters around the world. Especially for players who didn’t get to explore it the first time around, it offers a glimpse into the game’s new mechanics, environments, and monsters. Players have been able to explore a dynamic world with its own weather pattern, team up with fellow hunters, and test out new moves and weapon changes. That includes being able to experience what Focus Mode has to offer. The beta has also introduced players to quality-of-life improvements, further refining the gameplay experience.
The extension not only benefits those affected by the PSN outage but also gives all players more time to experiment with the game’s features and provide needed feedback to Capcom. It also gives players a bigger chance to score the goodies they’ll receive in Wilds for playing the beta, including a stuffed Felyne pendant. This pendant can be worn by the hunter or their faithful Seikret companion.
Looking Ahead
The Monster Hunter Wilds Open Beta Test extension is a testament to Capcom’s dedication to its fanbase. The Monster Hunter team has reinforced the strong bond between the series’ loyal community and the franchise. It also shows how much the dev team loves the game that they’re almost ready to release into the world. For hunters like myself who haven’t missed out on either OBT, we’re still happy about this decision. It’s refreshing to know that a big company cares about its player base the way that Capcom does.
