Monster Hunter Wilds: Graphics and framerate concerns ahead of February 28 release

One of the most anticipated games of 2025, Monster Hunter Wilds, falls short of expectations on consoles, facing image quality and performance issues on both PlayStation 5 and Xbox Series consoles, according to technical analysts.

As the latest entry in Capcom’s blockbuster franchise and the successor to Monster Hunter: World—the best-selling game in Capcom’s history—expectations were high.

Technical analysis of Monster Hunter Wilds

Digital Foundry recently shared their technical review of the game, breaking down the three display modes available on PlayStation 5 and Xbox Series X, along with their impact on resolution and performance.


Among these modes, only Resolution mode offers 60 FPS gameplay. It targets a 900p resolution but can drop as low as 720p during demanding sequences, scaling up to 1080p in less intensive moments. However, the lower resolutions result in blurrier visuals and noticeable visual cutbacks, such as simplified reflections and reduced detail levels.

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The game also employs AMD FSR 1 for upscaling to 4K, but without any additional image-enhancement processes, leaving visuals looking worse.

Monster Hunter Wilds’ worst-performing mode

The worst-performing mode suffers not only from the most severe visual downgrades—such as the removal of screen space reflections and lower texture quality—but also from frequent framerate drops below 30 FPS, making for a subpar gameplay experience.

Monster Hunter Wilds: Release date and pre-orders

Monster Hunter Wilds is available for pre-order now and launches on February 28, 2025, for PlayStation 5, Xbox Series X|S, and Steam.

Capcom has already lined up post-launch content to expand the adventure. The first major update in spring 2025 will introduce the water monster Mizutsune to the Forbidden Lands, alongside Event Quests and other updates. Another monster is set to arrive in summer 2025, with further surprises planned.

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FAQs

1. What is Monster Hunter Wilds?
The Monster Hunter franchise, developed by Capcom, is a series of action RPGs where players hunt massive monsters across diverse environments.


2. When does Monster Hunter Wilds launch?
Monster Hunter Wilds will be released on February 28, 2025, for PlayStation 5, Xbox Series X|S, and Steam.