PC Benchmark Sets New Standards for 'Monster Hunter Wilds

Monster Hunter Wilds PC Benchmark Released, System Requirements Lowered

With Monster Hunter Wilds' release just weeks away, Capcom has unveiled a PC benchmark on Steam, allowing players to assess system compatibility. Simultaneously, the official PC system requirements have been revised downwards.

The benchmark tool, available now on Steam, requires shader compilation upon launch but is otherwise straightforward to run. This is particularly helpful given the updated system requirements.

Previously, achieving 1080p at 60fps (with Frame Generation enabled) necessitated an Nvidia GeForce RTX 2070 Super, NVIDIA GeForce RTX 4060, or AMD Radeon RX 6700XT GPU; an Intel Core i5-11600K, Intel Core i5-12400, AMD Ryzen 5 3600X, or AMD Ryzen 5 5500 CPU; and 16GB of RAM.

However, the updated requirements, found alongside the benchmark, are significantly less demanding:

Recommended (1080p/60fps with Frame Generation):

• OS: Windows 10 (64-bit) / Windows 11 (64-bit)
• 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)

Capcom states these specifications should deliver 1080p/60fps gameplay with Frame Generation. This represents a notable reduction in hardware demands.

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Early benchmark results suggest improved performance compared to beta testing, particularly with Frame Generation. However, Steam Deck compatibility remains uncertain.

Another significant change is the reduced storage requirement. The game now needs only 75GB of SSD space, down from the previously stated 140GB. This is a surprising decrease, especially considering the typical increase in game file sizes.

For further details on Monster Hunter Wilds, check out IGN First's coverage, including encounters with formidable beasts like the apex monster Nu Udra, and our hands-on impressions. Monster Hunter Wilds launches on PlayStation 5, Xbox Series X|S, and PC on February 28, 2025.