With Monster Hunter Wilds just a few weeks away, Capcom has launched a PC benchmark on Steam to help players check if their systems are ready for the game. Alongside this, they've officially lowered the PC system requirements, making the game more accessible to a broader range of hardware.
As revealed in the recent Capcom Spotlight, the PC benchmark for Monster Hunter Wilds is now live on Steam. Once you load it up, it will compile some shaders, but the process is straightforward, allowing you to quickly assess your computer's performance. It's highly recommended to run this benchmark, especially with the updated system requirements that could influence your gameplay experience.
Previously, achieving 1080p at 60 frames per second (with Frame Generation enabled) required high-end hardware like an Nvidia GeForce RTX 2070 Super, NVIDIA GeForce RTX 4060, or AMD Radeon RX 6700XT for graphics; an Intel Core i5-11600K, Intel Core i5-12400, AMD Ryzen 5 3600X, or AMD Ryzen 5 5500 for processing; and 16 GB of RAM.
However, an updated page accompanying the benchmark shows that Capcom has adjusted these requirements downward. For Recommended settings to achieve 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, according to Capcom. This adjustment represents a slight but significant reduction in system demands.
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Early reports from users indicate improved performance in the benchmark compared to the beta test, although this is with Frame Generation enabled. Unfortunately, the Steam Deck might not be up to the task; while my gaming rig passed the test easily, my attempt on the Deck was less successful.
One notable change is the reduced storage requirement. Previously, Monster Hunter Wilds needed 140 GB of SSD space, but now it's down to 75 GB. This is a surprising move, especially as game file sizes typically increase year-over-year.
For more details on what to expect from Monster Hunter Wilds, check out our recent IGN First coverage, which includes exciting encounters with formidable creatures like the apex monster Nu Udra, and our final hands-on impressions of Capcom's latest Monster Hunter. Mark your calendars: Monster Hunter Wilds is set to launch on PlayStation 5, Xbox Series X and S, and PC on February 28, 2025.
