If you had previously missed the chance to try out the new Monster Hunter game ahead of its official February 28, 2025, global release, do not worry, as the Monster Hunter Wilds second open beta is right around the corner.
Monster Hunter Wilds is the latest installment in the franchise that promises to open up the game to casual players with new simplified mechanics and features, just like Elden Ring did for Souls games.
In November 2024, the game got its first open beta, with PS5 users getting early access in October last week. It was well received by the gaming community, crossing active player count numbers that even some recent AAA releases failed to achieve.
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Now, as we were approaching the game’s full release, on January 8, Monster Hunter Wilds producer Ryozo Tsujimoto announced a second open beta that would take place a few weeks before the game’s release.
In the wake of that, we prepared this handy guide talking about the Monster Hunter Wilds second open beta’s start and end dates, platforms, rewards, and other such details. So keep reading!
Monster Hunter Wilds second open beta start and end date and time
The second open beta for Monster Hunter Wilds will be in two phases. The first phase will start on February 6 at 7 pm PT and last four days, ending on February 9 at 6:59 pm PT.
On the other hand, the second phase will start on February 13 at 7 pm PT and end on February 16 at 6:59 pm PT.
Monster Hunter Wilds second open beta first phase countdown timers
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Monster Hunter Wilds second open beta second phase countdown timers
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Monster Hunter Wilds second open beta release platforms
The second open beta test will be available on all platforms, including PS5, Xbox Series X | S, and PC via Steam.
Moreover, even though the second beta is in two phases, players from the above platforms can play the game without any restrictions.
Monster Hunter Wilds second open beta new content and rewards
When it comes to new content, the second open beta will feature everything the first open beta had, along with Gypceros Hunt and other things that will be revealed as we get close to the release.
Regarding rewards, players can get the Stuffed Felyne Teddy Pendant along with the following items:
- 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
You can also transfer these items to the main game once it is out.
That concludes our guide on Monster Hunter Wilds second open beta test.
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