Secure Your Monster Hunter Wilds Pre-Order Bonuses Before It's Too Late!
With Monster Hunter Wilds launching February 28th, time is running out to grab those coveted pre-order bonuses. This guide breaks down every pre-order incentive and edition to help you decide if pre-ordering is worth it.
Platform Availability:
Monster Hunter Wilds will arrive on Xbox Series X|S, PlayStation 5, and PC. Notably absent are the Nintendo Switch, Xbox One, and PlayStation 4, likely due to hardware limitations. A potential Nintendo Switch 2 release remains unconfirmed.
Pre-Order Bonuses:
Pre-ordering Monster Hunter Wilds before February 28th unlocks these bonuses:
- Hunter Layered Armor Set: Guild Knight
- Talisman: Hope Charm
While the Hope Charm's exact function is undisclosed, past games suggest a stat boost.
Game Editions:
Choosing the right edition is crucial, especially if you're eyeing the exclusive collector's items.
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Standard Edition ($69.99): Base game and pre-order content. Available digitally and physically on consoles, digitally on PC.
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Deluxe Edition ($89.99): Includes Standard Edition content plus additional cosmetic layered armor sets, decorations, gestures, hairstyles, makeup, stickers, and a nameplate. Available digitally on PC and consoles.
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Premium Deluxe Edition ($109.99): Combines the Deluxe Edition with premium bonus content at launch and additional cosmetic DLC packs releasing Spring and Summer 2025. Available digitally on PC and consoles.
Japan-Exclusive Collector's Editions (PS5 Only):
These are currently only available in Japan and may require international shipping arrangements.
- Collector's Edition ($68): Steelbook, weapon bag, and Seikret plush. Note: Does not include the game itself.
- Ultra Collector's Edition ($1,140): Includes the base game, pre-order content, Collector's Edition items, and a Monster Hunter Wilds Secret Folding Bicycle. The bike ships separately around April 2025.
Early Reactions:
While full reviews are pending, early previews are overwhelmingly positive, praising the improved performance, streamlined gameplay, and impressive monster variety. Another open beta is scheduled for February 7-10 and February 14-17.
Don't delay! Pre-order your preferred edition of Monster Hunter Wilds before February 28th to secure your bonuses.
This article was updated on 2/3/2025 to include additional information about Monster Hunter Wilds.
