It won't be long until Capcom's highly anticipated action hunting title Monster Hunter Wilds begins its open beta test for Xbox and PC platforms, as pre-release versions for the beta have now gone live. If you're a long-time Monster Hunter fan like me and can't wait to play this game before its February 28, 2025 release date, you're probably wondering, “How on earth can I access the open beta test?” “”

Don't worry because we've got you covered on how to access and download the beta via Steam on Xbox Series X|S and PC. Here's what you need to know to participate in the Monster Hunter Wilds open beta test, scheduled to go live on October 31, 2024.

Monster Hunter Wilds – When does the open beta test start?

The Monster Hunter Wilds open beta test will go live at the following times depending on region and time zone:

• October 31, 2024, 8:00 p.m. PT,
• October 31, 2024, 11:00 PM EST
• November 1, 2024, 3:00 a.m. GMT

Monster Hunter Wilds – How to Download Open Beta Test on Xbox

To access the beta on Xbox Series Once you enter the store page, simply click on the “Get Free” button and the download will begin.