With over 1.3 million concurrent players on Steam, it was evident that Monster Hunter Rise was poised to break records, though such an outcome was unexpected. Capcom announced in a statement to its investors and available at this link that Monster Hunter Rise sold more than 8 million copies within just three days. This achievement represents a significant success, demonstrating that the new formula has resonated strongly with a wider audience. It marks a historic milestone for the Japanese publisher, who has never experienced such a launch, not even with Resident Evil 4 Remake, which sold 3 million copies in two days. For reference, Monster Hunter World took three months to reach sales of 8 million units in 2018. Analyzing the game’s sales data by platform and region would be insightful, as some analysts suggest that China played a substantial role in this unprecedented launch. It is worth noting that half of It Takes Two’s 23 million sales were made in China. Capcom now needs to address optimization issues on PC, which are regarded as a significant drawback for Monster Hunter Rise, as evidenced by the mixed reviews from players on the game’s Steam page.
Capcom Co., Ltd. (Capcom) announced today that global sales of Monster Hunter Wilds, released on February 28, 2025, have surpassed 8 million units in just three days, setting the fastest record ever achieved by a title in the company’s history.
Monster Hunter Wilds is the latest addition to the Monster Hunter series, set in a dynamic world that transforms from a wild and hostile environment filled with attacking monster hordes to a rich and vibrant natural ecosystem. The game features spectacular visual representations made possible by Capcom’s proprietary game development engine, the RE Engine, along with cross-play functionality, which allows players on different platforms to enjoy the game together.
After the game’s announcement, Capcom introduced Monster Hunter Wilds to a global audience through worldwide gaming events and an open online beta test, giving numerous players the opportunity to experience it while providing updates on game information via online events such as the Monster Hunter Wilds Showcase. Through these ongoing global initiatives, Monster Hunter Wilds generated significant enthusiasm and achieved 8 million units sold in just three days, setting a new record for the fastest-selling Capcom game.
Monster Hunter Wilds, released by Capcom on February 28, 2025, achieved unprecedented success with over 8 million copies sold within its first three days, surpassing even the sales of the highly successful Resident Evil 4 Remake. This milestone is particularly remarkable as Monster Hunter World took three months to reach the same number in 2018. The game’s achievement can partly be attributed to its engaging new formula and cross-play functionality across various platforms, utilizing Capcom’s RE Engine for impressive visuals. Prior to launch, global promotional events and an open beta test fueled anticipation among players worldwide. Despite the game’s triumph, Capcom faces the challenge of addressing optimization issues on PC platforms that have drawn criticism in player reviews. Analysts speculate significant sales contributions from China, similar to another Capcom title, It Takes Two, which achieved half its 23 million sales there.
