Capcom Releases PC Fix Guide for Monster Hunter Wilds Amid 'Mixed' Steam Reviews

Capcom has issued official advice for PC players of Monster Hunter Wilds on Steam following the game's launch, which received a 'mixed' user review rating due to performance issues. The Japanese gaming giant recommends that players update their graphics drivers, disable compatibility mode, and adjust their settings to address any initial problems they might encounter.

"Thank you all for your patience and support!" Capcom expressed in a tweet.

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A highly upvoted 'Not Recommended' review on Steam highlighted severe optimization issues, stating, "Monster Hunter Wilds has the worst optimization I've ever seen." The reviewer acknowledged the increasing demands of new games but found the performance issues with Monster Hunter Wilds to be particularly egregious. They noted, "I understand that new games are becoming more demanding and people are expected to upgrade, but this is absurd. I'm aware this isn't the first instance of new games having poor performance on launch, because the same thing happened with World, but it feels inexcusable at this point. I am by no means saying the game is bad, but in its current state, you should probably consider waiting for a more stable release."

Another negative review echoed these sentiments, describing the game's performance as "absolutely atrocious for how the game looks. Runs even worse than the beta."

In response, Capcom released a 'Troubleshooting & Known Issues' guide to assist Steam users in resolving these issues. The guide suggests the following steps to troubleshoot problems with your PC, Steam, or the game's files:

Monster Hunter Wilds Troubleshooting and Known Issues Guide

Troubleshooting

When the game does not run properly, please try the following steps:

• Ensure you meet the minimum system requirements for the game.
• Update your Video/Graphics Drivers.
• Check for Windows Updates and ensure all the latest programs are installed on your OS.
• If issues persist, perform a clean installation of the video driver set.
• Update DirectX to the latest version. For details on how to update DirectX, visit the Microsoft support page or Microsoft Download Center.
• Add the game’s folder and files to your anti-virus program’s exception/exclusion list. Default Paths: C:Program Files (x86)SteamSteamAppscommonMonsterHunterWilds and C:Program Files (x86)SteamSteamAppscommonMonsterHunterWildsMonsterHunterWilds.exe
• Add folder and files for Steam.exe to your anti-virus program’s exception/exclusion list. Default Paths: C:Program Files (x86)Steam and C:Program Files (x86)SteamSteam.exe
• Give administrator privileges to Steam by right-clicking on the Steam.exe file and selecting “Run as administrator.”
• If issues continue, log into your PC in administrator mode and run the game’s execution file (MonsterHunterWilds.exe).
• Verify the game’s files on Steam by following these steps:
  1. Restart your computer and launch Steam.
  2. From the “Library” section, right-click on the game, and select “Properties” from the menu.
  3. Select the “Installed Files” tab and click the “Verify integrity of game files” button.
  4. Steam will verify the game’s files – this process may take several minutes. Note: One or more files may fail to verify. These are local configuration files that should not be replaced. You can safely ignore this message. If problematic files are detected, Steam will automatically download and/or replace them.
• Disable Compatibility Mode for “MonsterHunterWilds.exe” if enabled by right-clicking on the file, going to Properties, opening the Compatibility tab, and unticking “Run this program in compatibility mode for:”. If the issue persists, disable Compatibility Mode for “Steam.exe” located in C:Program Files (x86)Steam.
• If you still experience issues, refer to the Official Monster Hunter Wilds Troubleshooting & Issue Reporting Thread on the Steam community page for more detailed and additional steps.

Despite these performance hiccups, Monster Hunter Wilds has seen an impressive launch, with nearly 1 million concurrent players on Steam, placing it among the top 10 most-played games of all time on the platform. The game's popularity is expected to surge further as the weekend approaches.

To enhance your Monster Hunter Wilds experience, explore guides on what the game doesn't tell you, a comprehensive overview of all 14 weapon types, a detailed walkthrough, a multiplayer guide to play with friends, and instructions on transferring your character from the open beta.

IGN's review of Monster Hunter Wilds awarded it an 8/10, stating, "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."