The developer of Palworld, Pocketpair, has shown its playful side by granting its staff a day off to enjoy the launch of Monster Hunter Wilds. As reported by Automaton, the Japanese studio humorously noted on social media that a number of its employees mysteriously anticipated feeling unwell on February 28, the official release date of Monster Hunter Wilds. In a light-hearted gesture, Pocketpair declared the day a sort of holiday for its team, though it assured fans that updates on its games would continue as usual.
Monster Hunter Wilds has made a significant impact, boasting 1 million concurrent players on Steam and securing a spot in the platform's top 10 most-played games of all time, surpassing titles like Baldur’s Gate 3, Hogwarts Legacy, and Elden Ring. Despite its popularity, the game has received a 'mixed' user review rating on Steam, prompting Capcom to release official guidance to address PC performance issues. Additionally, Capcom has teased early details of Monster Hunter Wilds Title Update 1, which will introduce an endgame social hub for players.
The launch's effect is notably strong in Japan, where one indie developer humorously claimed on social media that they hadn't sold a single game on Steam since Monster Hunter Wilds' release. This isn't the first time Pocketpair has shown such generosity; they previously gave their staff a day off for the launch of FromSoftware's Elden Ring in 2022.
For those diving into Monster Hunter Wilds, there are resources to help enhance your experience. Check out what the game doesn't explicitly tell you, a comprehensive guide to all 14 weapon types, and our ongoing Monster Hunter Wilds walkthrough. Additionally, there's a multiplayer guide to help you play with friends, and instructions on how to transfer your character from the open beta. IGN's review of Monster Hunter Wilds awarded it an 8/10, praising the game for refining the series' mechanics to create engaging fights, though it noted a lack of real challenge.
