**Monster Hunter Wilds: A Breakdown of What’s Coming**

The highly anticipated *Monster Hunter Wilds* is set to release on February 28, 2025. With Xbox, PlayStation, and PC gamers all ready to explore the world, this new entry in the *Monster Hunter* series could be a game-changer. Fans of *Monster Hunter: World* who love long, strategic hunts will feel right at home. Expect dynamic weather systems and new combat features to elevate the experience.

### Key Details:
– **Release Date:** February 28, 2025
– **Platforms:** Xbox Series X|S, PlayStation 5, PC
– **Developer/Publisher:** Capcom
– **Multiplayer:** Online
– **Engine:** RE Engine
– **ESRB Rating:** T (Teen) – Includes Violence, Blood, Crude Humor

### Editions Overview

Capcom has rolled out several pre-order editions to meet different player preferences. Here’s a breakdown of what each edition offers:

#### 1. **Standard Edition**
The most affordable option, the *Monster Hunter Wilds* Standard Edition, is available both physically and digitally for Xbox, PlayStation, and PC. Even the base version comes with some cool bonuses like:
– **Guild Knight Set Layered Armor** (purely cosmetic)
– **Hope Charm Talisman** (unknown in-game effects)

For fans not interested in extra cosmetic items, the Standard Edition provides solid value for just $70.

#### 2. **Steelbook Edition**
For only $5 more than the Standard Edition, the Steelbook Edition offers a physical steel case with exclusive artwork, a real treat for collectors. The bonuses are the same as the Standard version (Guild Knight Set and Hope Charm), but the durable case makes it an easy upgrade if you prefer physical discs over digital copies.

Sadly, this version isn’t available for PC players.

#### 3. **Deluxe Edition**
This all-digital Deluxe Edition is for players who love customizing their characters and pets. It includes everything from the Standard Edition but adds extra cosmetic items like:
– **Feudal Soldier Layered Armor**
– **Fencer’s Eyepatch and Oni Horns Wig**
– **Palico and Seikret Mount Costumes**

If you’re into showing off unique looks during co-op play or hunts, this version gives you plenty of customization options for $90.

#### 4. **Premium Deluxe Edition**
This digital-only version is for die-hard fans who want ongoing content beyond the game’s release. In addition to everything from the Standard and Deluxe editions, you get:
– **Wyverian Ears Layered Armor**
– **Bonus Hunter Profile Set**
– A re-recording of the iconic *Monster Hunter* track, “Proof of a Hero”

Plus, two Cosmetic DLC Packs are expected to arrive in Spring and Summer 2025, bringing even more customization options like:
– New layered armor sets
– Decorations for Seikrets
– Special gestures and stickers

All of this comes at a price of $110.

### Ultra Collector’s Edition (Japan Exclusive)
This ultra-limited edition is only available in Japan for PS5 players. It includes some wild physical bonuses like a *Seikret-themed folding bicycle*, a plush toy, and a custom weapon bag. Priced at around $1300 USD, it’s clearly aimed at hardcore collectors.

### Which Version Should You Choose?
If you don’t care much about cosmetics, the Standard or Steelbook editions are your best bet. The Steelbook is especially good if you want a collectible physical copy. For players who enjoy customizing their hunters and mounts, the Deluxe or Premium Deluxe versions offer tons of options. Unfortunately, most of these cosmetic items won’t help in actual gameplay—they’re mainly for style.

### New Features in Monster Hunter Wilds
While *Monster Hunter Wilds* will feel familiar to fans of *Monster Hunter: World*, it also introduces some exciting new mechanics:
– **Dynamic Weather**: Changes the environment as you hunt.
– **Seikret Mounts**: Agile bird-like creatures that allow for faster travel and mounted combat.

Mounted combat looks particularly promising with smoother mechanics for attacking while riding your Seikret.

### Final Thoughts
No matter which version you choose, *Monster Hunter Wilds* promises an epic monster-hunting adventure with detailed open-world environments and innovative new features. With multiple editions to cater to different preferences, Capcom ensures there’s something for everyone ahead of the February 2025 launch.

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#### FAQ

**Q: Is Monster Hunter Wilds a sequel to Monster Hunter: World?**
Yes, while it shares similarities with *Monster Hunter: World*, it introduces new features like dynamic weather and mounted combat.

**Q: How does Monster Hunter Rise compare in sales to Monster Hunter: World?**
*Monster Hunter: World* remains the best-selling game in the series. While *Monster Hunter Rise* sold well after its 2021 release, it currently lags behind *World* by about 15 million copies.