Monster Hunter Wilds: The Shocking Truth About Physical Copies!

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Summary

  • Physical copies of Monster Hunter Wilds need a 15GB update before playing.
  • Disc version players may encounter delays due to the update.

Individuals who purchased the hard copy of Monster Hunter Wilds should prepare for a 15GB download prior to gameplay. It’s common nowadays for day-one updates and necessary downloads for physical games, especially when they are as expansive as the latest edition of Monster Hunter. Therefore, those planning to play Monster Hunter Wilds from a disc should be mindful that they might not be able to start playing immediately as they may have anticipated.

The game listing on Steam indicates that “Monster Hunter Wilds” occupies around 75GB, which is typical for a modern AAA game. However, it’s not certain if this size includes the additional content Capcom plans to add via a 15GB update. Therefore, the exact storage required for playing the physical copy of the game remains uncertain at this time.

On February 26th, the authentic Monster Hunter Twitter account revealed that the update was available for those who pre-ordered the digital edition of the game. It’s worth noting that Capcom had earlier mentioned that Monster Hunter Rise (Wilds) would receive a 18GB day-one update, but it’s uncertain if this is the same one they recently announced for physical copies. The file sizes vary, which might simply be due to differences between digital and physical releases. Nonetheless, individuals who purchased the game in disc form should insert it and initiate the update process as soon as possible, allowing ample time to download the patch before diving into gameplay.

Physical Versions of Monster Hunter Wilds Require a 15GB Update to Play

The gaming organization, favoring physical play, reacted to the announcement stating that the update isn’t mandatory for offline gameplay of Wilds. Nevertheless, players looking to engage with friends or eliminate minor visual issues will need to install the update. This information appears to stem from individuals who have early access to the game, but Capcom has not disclosed details about the update’s contents as of yet. Pre-purchasers of digital editions can bypass the wait by preloading Monster Hunter Wilds 48 hours before release on PS5 or immediately on Xbox and PC.

Regardless of which version of the game fans choose to play, there’s plenty to anticipate when it officially releases. Capcom has revealed that a free update for Monster Hunter Rise is arriving this Spring, and additional post-launch content is expected later on. This upcoming release is set to be the largest in the Monster Hunter series so far, whether it’s on disc or downloaded. As we approach the final days before the game’s full launch, the excitement is palpable, even considering a sizable day-one download.

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2025-02-26 20:16