The Monster Hunter Wilds release date isn’t until February 28, but a positive review has already surfaced. The review embargo was expected to expire at 7 AM PST on February 24. Even so, Redditors spotted a PCMag Middle East article giving the final PS5 version a full playthrough. Scoring a 5 out of 5, the writer praises Monster Hunter Wilds for its evolved combat mechanics and alleviates fears over poor performance.
Recently, a ResetEra forum member hinted that he/she had a Monster Hunter Wilds review copy. The poster also confirmed the review embargo date as February 24. For anticipated games, online media is usually instructed not to post reviews until specified times. As a result, readers often see a flood of reviews appear simultaneously. Some gamers have speculated that time zone confusion is why the PCMag Middle East article is live.
In the PCMag review, the writer describes a compelling narrative filled with charming characters and ferocious beasts. During the Monster Hunter Wilds open beta, some PC and console players complained about blurry visuals and poor frame rates. However, after downloading a day one patch, this reviewer had a different experience. The writer noted that 30fps or 60fps settings were available in Fidelity, Balanced, and Performance modes and that his PS5 didn’t experience stuttering. Capcom apparently wasn’t exaggerating when stating that pre-release optimization was ongoing.
Another focus of the PCMag Monster Hunter Wilds review is the combat system. The reviewer appreciates how the new Focus Mode leads to more strategic battles rather than spamming attacks on any monster’s body part. In his closing comments, he calls Monster Hunter Wilds the perfect evolution of the series that began in 2004.
Gamers were already encouraged after learning that Monster Hunter Wilds reviews would be posted four days before its release. If the initial review is any indication, Capcom’s high confidence in the title’s success appears justified.
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