PSN Outage Spurs MH Wilds Beta Extension Debate

Capcom is evaluating a 24-hour extension for Monster Hunter Wilds' Open Beta Test 2 following widespread PlayStation Network disruptions this weekend. Here's the latest on potential compensation and the unexpected player reactions to beta bugs.

Monster Hunter Wilds May Extend Beta Test 2

PlayStation Network Disruption Lasted 24 Hours

Capcom is reviewing options to extend the Open Beta Test 2 by 24 hours following PlayStation Network's service outage beginning February 7th at 6 PM EST. The infrastructure failure prevented PS5 users from accessing online services, including the Monster Hunter Wilds beta, until approximately 8 PM EST the following day according to PlayStation's North American support account.

While official compensation timing remains unconfirmed, developers confirmed the extension will restore lost playtime. Potential windows include the period between Beta Test 2 Part 2's conclusion on February 13th or extending through February 27th - one day before launch. Part 2 begins February 13th at 7 PM PT, offering another chance to experience gameplay quirks.

Player-Favorite Graphics Glitch Resurfaces

Capcom has clarified the beta utilizes an outdated build that doesn't represent final game quality. This explains various technical anomalies, including the viral low-poly character bug where texture loading failures transform detailed models into surreal, blocky versions.

Rather than frustration, players have embraced these visual glitches, sharing comedic screenshots across social media. Some fans have even requested official low-poly cosmetics as tribute. Developers told GamesRadar+ they appreciate the community humor but recommend proper hardware specs for the intended experience at launch.

As the first mainline open-world entry, Monster Hunter Wilds introduces the expansive Forbidden Lands region. Players will investigate this uncharted territory and its dominant predator, the White Wraith, when the game launches February 28th, 2025 on Steam, PlayStation 5, and Xbox Series X|S.

PlayStation's Most Significant Service Outage Since 2011

PlayStation's support team described the incident as an operational disruption unrelated to security breaches. All active PlayStation Plus members will receive five additional subscription days as compensation.

The communication approach drew criticism from users who recalled Sony's transparent handling of the 2011 breach that exposed 77 million accounts. That outage lasted 23 days as engineers secured systems and analyzed the intrusion scope, with regular updates throughout the process.