Monster Hunter Wilds Drives Record Player Count On Steam

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Steam Breaks Player Record: More Than 40 Million Online

This past weekend, Steam, one of the most popular gaming platforms, reached a new record with over 40 million players online at the same time.

Monster Hunter Wilds Launches to Success

The peak in players coincided with the launch of Monster Hunter Wilds, a new addition to the beloved Monster Hunter franchise. On the night following its release, the game saw an impressive number of over 1.38 million players logged in simultaneously on Saturday. This impressive figure was nearly matched again on Sunday with a peak of 1.37 million players.

Current Steam Rankings

At present, Monster Hunter Wilds is listed as the second most-played game on Steam, right behind the ever-popular Counter-Strike 2. It outperformed other classic favorites such as PUBG and Dota 2.

Play Count Comparison

The popularity of Monster Hunter Wilds is evident. It achieved a play count three times greater than any previous Monster Hunter title and even surpassed the numbers from other major Capcom games, including Resident Evil.

Mixed Reviews and Technical Issues

Despite its success, the game hasn’t been free of criticism. Reviews from players on Steam have been mixed, with only 53% of users recommending the game. Many players have voiced their concerns over its technical performance on PC.

Expert Opinion on Technical Problems

Digital Foundry, a well-known tech review site, reported that they couldn’t recommend the PC version of Monster Hunter Wilds due to significant technical issues that need to be fixed. Alex Battaglia, an analyst with Digital Foundry, advised players with lower-end graphics cards to hold off on playing until these problems are resolved. Higher-end gaming setups might handle the game’s challenges better, but the experience may still be less than ideal, leaving players frustrated.

Customization Concerns

Another point of criticism from players is related to character customization. In Monster Hunter Wilds, players must pay if they want to change their character’s appearance after the initial edit, although they do receive one free character edit when they start. This has left some fans disappointed and feeling that they are being asked to spend more money for features that should be included.

Summary of Key Points

Steam set a new player record with over 40 million users online simultaneously.
The launch of Monster Hunter Wilds contributed to a peak of 1.38 million concurrent players.
Monster Hunter Wilds is the second most-played game on Steam, following Counter-Strike 2.
Player reviews are mixed, with only 53% of users recommending the game.
Digital Foundry noted serious technical problems with the PC version, advising some users to avoid it.
Customizing characters requires payment after the initial free edit, which has been a source of discontent among fans.

This blend of excitement and criticism showcases the complex relationship players have with new games. As gaming technology improves and evolves, player feedback often shapes how developers address issues and enhance their products in the future.