Capcom Addresses Monster Hunter Wilds PC Performance Issues
Monster Hunter Wilds' Steam launch has been met with a "mixed" user review rating due to performance problems. In response, Capcom has offered official troubleshooting advice for PC players.
The company recommends Steam users take the following steps to resolve initial issues: update graphics drivers, disable compatibility mode, and adjust in-game settings. Capcom acknowledged player concerns in a tweet, thanking them for their patience and support.
Several negative reviews highlight significant optimization problems. One highly-rated Steam review describes the game's optimization as "the worst [they've] ever seen," suggesting players wait for a more stable release. Another criticizes the performance as "absolutely atrocious," even worse than the beta.
To assist players, Capcom released a comprehensive "Troubleshooting & Known Issues" guide. They urge PC users to follow these steps to identify problems with their PC, Steam, or game files:
Monster Hunter Wilds Troubleshooting Guide:
- Verify System Requirements: Ensure your system meets the minimum requirements.
- Update Drivers: Update your video/graphics drivers.
- Windows Updates: Install the latest Windows updates and programs.
- Clean Driver Installation: If problems persist, perform a clean installation of your video drivers.
- Update DirectX: Update DirectX to the latest version (see Microsoft support for instructions).
- Antivirus Exceptions: Add the game's folder and files (default path:
C:\Program Files (x86)\Steam\SteamApps\common\MonsterHunterWilds) andSteam.exe(default path:C:\Program Files (x86)\Steam) to your antivirus exclusion list. - Administrator Privileges: Run Steam.exe and MonsterHunterWilds.exe as administrator.
- Verify Game Files: Verify the game's files through Steam's properties menu. (Note: Ignoring failed verification of local configuration files is safe.)
- Disable Compatibility Mode: Disable compatibility mode for both
MonsterHunterWilds.exeandSteam.exeif enabled. - Steam Community Thread: Consult the official troubleshooting thread on the Steam community page for additional solutions.
Despite these performance issues, Monster Hunter Wilds boasts a remarkable start, achieving nearly 1 million concurrent players on Steam, placing it among the platform's top 10 most-played games.
For players looking to enhance their experience, additional resources are available, including guides on lesser-known game mechanics, weapon types, a walkthrough, a multiplayer guide, and beta character transfer instructions. IGN's review awarded the game an 8/10, praising its improvements while noting a lack of significant challenge.
