How to Join the Monster Hunter Wilds Beta: Dates, What’s Included, & More

Here's everything you need to know about the Monster Hunter Wilds second open beta, including dates and rewards.

2025 is getting off to a pretty strong start with Monster Hunter Wilds set to release in Q1. Before its official release, you’ll get to check it out for yourself to see what’s new. Here’s everything you need to know about the Monster Hunter Wilds second open beta.

Monster Hunter Wilds Second Open Beta Start and End Dates
- How to Join the Beta
What’s New in the Monster Hunter Wilds Second Open Beta?

Monster Hunter Wilds Second Open Beta Start and End Dates

The Monster Hunter Wilds second open beta will release in two phases. Here are the dates:

Phase 1: Feb. 6, 7 p.m. Pacific Time – Feb. 9, 6:59 p.m. Pacific Time
Phase 2: Feb. 13, 7 p.m. Pacific Time – Feb. 16, 6:59 p.m. Pacific Time

Both phases will run for four days each, which means you’ll have a total of eight days to play the Monster Hunter Wilds beta. That’s quite a bit of time, allowing you to get a good taste of what the game has to offer.

The beta will be available on all platforms: PS5, Xbox, and PC via Steam.

How to Join the Beta

Because this is an open beta, there’s no need to sign up or pre-register for it. If you’re on PS5 or Xbox, you can simply download the beta by searching up Monster Hunter Wilds on the digital storefront closer to the date.

Similarly for Steam players, keep an eye on the game’s store page for the beta download option to show up.

What’s New in the Monster Hunter Wilds Second Open Beta?

The big new thing coming in the second open beta for Monster Hunter Wilds is the Gypceros hunt. All content released in previous betas will also be available here.

In addition to that, here are the rewards you can claim in the main game if you participate in the beta:

Stuffed Felyne Teddy Pendant
Raw Meat x10
Shock Trap x3
Pitfall Trap x3
Tranq Bomb x10
Large Barrel Bomb x3
Armor Sphere x5
Flash Pod x10
Large Dung Pod x10

And that’s everything you need to know about the Monster Hunter Wilds second open beta. Be sure to search up site for more tips and information on the game, including a rundown of all pre-order bonuses and editions.

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