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"Monster Hunter Wilds Needs 15GB Update for Physical Copies, Capcom Confirms"

by Victoria May 01,2025

If you've secured a physical copy of *Monster Hunter Wilds*, be prepared for a 15GB update before diving into the action, as announced by Capcom. For those who've opted for the digital version through pre-order, you're in luck; you can download the latest update right away, ensuring you're ready to play as soon as the game launches on February 28. This was shared by Capcom via a social media update.

The social media account *Does it play?*, a staunch advocate for physical media, mentioned that this update isn't necessary for offline play. However, it aims to enhance the game's technical and visual aspects, which could significantly improve your overall gaming experience.

As of now, Capcom hasn't released specific details about the changes or improvements included in this patch, leaving fans eagerly awaiting the full patch notes.

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*Monster Hunter Wilds* is Capcom's latest addition to their renowned monster hunting series, eagerly anticipated by fans worldwide. IGN's review of *Monster Hunter Wilds* awarded it an impressive 8/10, praising its ability to refine the series' mechanics: "Monster Hunter Wilds continues to smooth off the rougher corners of the series in smart ways, making for some extremely fun fights but also lacking any real challenge."

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