With the launch of Monster Hunter Wilds just weeks away, Capcom has released a PC benchmark tool to help players gauge their system's readiness. Additionally, they've officially lowered the PC system requirements, which is great news for gamers eager to dive into the action.
As revealed during the recent Capcom Spotlight, the PC benchmark for Monster Hunter Wilds is now available on Steam. After a brief shader compilation upon loading, the tool is user-friendly, allowing you to quickly assess your computer's performance. It's especially useful for understanding how the newly adjusted system requirements might impact your gameplay.
The previous requirements to achieve 1080p and 60 frames per second with Frame Generation enabled were quite demanding, requiring an Nvidia GeForce RTX 2070 Super, NVIDIA GeForce RTX 4060, or AMD Radeon RX 6700XT graphics card; an Intel Core i5-11600K, Intel Core i5-12400, AMD Ryzen 5 3600X, or AMD Ryzen 5 5500 CPU; and 16 GB of RAM.
However, an updated page alongside the benchmark shows that Capcom has now lowered these requirements. For a Recommended setup, which targets 1080p (FHD) at 60 frames per second with Frame Generation enabled, the new requirements are:
- **OS:** Windows 10 (64-bit required) / Windows 11 (64-bit required)
- **Processor:** Intel Core i5-10400 / Intel Core i3-12100 / AMD Ryzen 5 3600
- **Memory:** 16 GB
- **Graphics Card (GPU):** GeForce RTX 2060 Super / Radeon RX 6600 (8 GB VRAM)
- **Storage:** 75 GB (SSD required)
These updated specs should enable Monster Hunter Wilds to run smoothly at 1080p and 60 frames per second with Frame Generation enabled, reflecting a slight but significant reduction in hardware demands.
All Monsters in Monster Hunter Wilds
20 Images
Early user reports on the benchmark indicate performance improvements compared to the beta test, although these results are with Frame Generation enabled. While my gaming rig passed the test with flying colors, my attempt on the Steam Deck was less successful, suggesting it may not be suitable for this title.
Another notable change is the reduced storage requirement. Previously, Monster Hunter Wilds needed 140 GB of SSD space, but it's now down to 75 GB. This is a surprising shift, considering the usual trend of increasing file sizes over time.
For more insights into Monster Hunter Wilds, check out our recent IGN First coverage, which includes thrilling encounters with formidable creatures such as the apex monster Nu Udra, along with our final hands-on impressions of Capcom's latest installment. Monster Hunter Wilds is set to launch on PlayStation 5, Xbox Series X and S, and PC on February 28, 2025.
