Summary
- More Japanese developers are focusing on PC gaming due to the increasing player base worldwide.
- Capcom’s Monster Hunter Wilds will be released simultaneously on consoles and PC, signaling a shift in strategy.
- The beta for Monster Hunter Wilds on PC surpassed the player count of Monster Hunter World, hinting at high interest.
In recent times, there’s been a gradual change in focus for Japanese game developers such as Capcom, who were traditionally console-centric. Nowadays, an increasing number of studios based in Japan are giving equal importance to PC gaming, often releasing games on the same day as their console versions.
Considering the global count of PC gamers, it’s logical that more creators acknowledge the significance of their audience. One such creator is the Monster Hunter team at Capcom.
More And More People Are Gaming On PCs In Japan
In an interview with Games Radar, Monster Hunter World’s producer Ryozo Tsujimoto was queried about whether he views the PC as a significant expansion market for Japanese video games.
Tsujimoto replied, “Absolutely, a greater number of gamers are now using PCs, even in Japan. This suggests there’s potential for our series to attract novice players who prefer this platform.
In response, Tsujimoto pointed out, “This decision by Capcom to incorporate crossplay into Wilds was largely because they wanted players to have the freedom to choose their preferred platform for gaming. Once you’ve made your choice, you can simply jump online and join your friends in hunting sessions.
In contrast to Monster Hunter World, which had a console and PC release with a delay in the PC version, MH Wilds is planned to launch simultaneously on both platforms. The timing shift between console and PC releases for Monster Hunter World suggests a changing trend not only for the series but also for the company as a whole.
As a devoted fan, I can’t help but express my excitement over the potential success of Capcom with Monster Hunter Wilds. The recent beta version attracted an astounding 460,000 players simultaneously on Steam, surpassing even Helldivers 2’s peak concurrent player count (458,208) on the same platform. Now, it’s crucial to mention that the Monster Hunter Wilds beta was free, but this just underscores the intense interest in the franchise among PC gamers.
If the beta user count for Monster Hunter Rise (Wilds) exceeds that of Monster Hunter World in its final release, it is likely that Rise will surpass World’s record concurrent player peak on Steam of 334,684. With a high number of console players also expected, finding matches should not be an issue for players.
As an excited fan, I can’t wait to pounce on Monster Hunter Wilds when it launches on my PS5, Xbox Series X|S, and PC on February 28! Even more thrilling, Capcom has teased us with the news that the game’s first significant update is in the pipeline, introducing a brand-new monster set to roam the lands starting Spring 2025.
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2025-02-15 23:08