Monster Hunter Wilds GPU Requirements May Lower as Capcom Tries to Optimize Game

Capcom is enhancing Monster Hunter Wilds' performance and aiming to reduce PC GPU requirements before launch. This follows feedback from the game's first open beta test.

Lowering the Bar for GPU Requirements

Capcom's German Twitter (X) account announced performance improvements, showcasing smoother gameplay (a hunter battling Quematrice) with an updated Prioritize Framerate mode for PS5. Similar optimizations are underway for the PC version, focusing on reducing the required GPU power. The goal is to lower the recommended GPU specifications, potentially making the game playable on lower-end hardware. Currently, minimum GPU requirements are an NVIDIA GeForce GTX 1660 Super or AMD Radeon RX 5600 XT.

A free benchmarking tool is also planned to help players assess system compatibility.

Addressing Beta Test Concerns

The initial open beta (October/November 2024) revealed performance issues, including low-poly models and frame rate drops. Capcom acknowledged these problems, stating that improvements were made and that an afterimage noise issue would be resolved in the final release.

A second open beta test (February 7-10 & 14-17, 2025) is scheduled for PS5, Xbox Series X|S, and Steam, featuring Gypceros and another monster. Whether the performance enhancements will be included in this beta remains to be seen.

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