Monster Hunter Wilds PC Benchmark Released, System Requirements Lowered
With Monster Hunter Wilds launching in just weeks, Capcom has unveiled a PC benchmark on Steam, allowing players to assess system compatibility. Simultaneously, the official PC system requirements have been reduced.
The benchmark tool, available now on Steam, requires shader compilation upon launch but is otherwise straightforward to run. This is particularly helpful given the revised system specifications.
Previously, achieving 1080p at 60fps (with Frame Generation enabled) demanded an Nvidia GeForce RTX 2070 Super, RTX 4060, or AMD Radeon RX 6700XT; an Intel Core i5-11600K, i5-12400, AMD Ryzen 5 3600X, or Ryzen 5 5500 CPU; and 16GB of RAM.
However, the updated requirements, found alongside the benchmark, are significantly lower:
Recommended (1080p/60fps with Frame Generation):
- OS: Windows 10 (64-bit) / Windows 11 (64-bit)
- Processor: Intel Core i5-10400 / Intel Core i3-12100 / AMD Ryzen 5 3600
- Memory: 16 GB
- Graphics Card (GPU): GeForce RTX 2060 Super / Radeon RX 6600 (8 GB VRAM)
- Storage: 75 GB (SSD required)
According to Capcom, these specs should deliver a smooth 1080p/60fps experience with Frame Generation. The reduction in requirements is notable.
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Early benchmark results suggest performance improvements compared to the beta, especially with Frame Generation. Steam Deck compatibility remains uncertain, however.
A significant change is the reduced storage requirement. The game now needs 75GB of SSD space, down from the previous 140GB. This is surprising given the typical increase in game file sizes.
For further details on Monster Hunter Wilds, explore IGN First's coverage, including encounters with formidable beasts like the apex monster Nu Udra, and our final hands-on preview. Monster Hunter Wilds releases on PlayStation 5, Xbox Series X|S, and PC on February 28, 2025.
