Monster Hunter Wilds PC Benchmark Released, System Requirements Lowered
With Monster Hunter Wilds launching in just weeks, Capcom has unveiled a PC benchmark tool on Steam, allowing players to assess system compatibility. Simultaneously, the game's PC system requirements have been revised downward.
The benchmark, released during Capcom's Spotlight event, requires shader compilation upon launch but is otherwise straightforward to run. This is particularly useful given the updated system specifications.
Previously, achieving 1080p at 60fps (with Frame Generation) demanded an Nvidia GeForce RTX 2070 Super, RTX 4060, or AMD Radeon RX 6700XT; an Intel Core i5-11600K, i5-12400, AMD Ryzen 5 3600X, or Ryzen 5 5500 CPU; and 16GB of RAM.
However, the updated requirements, as detailed alongside the benchmark, are now:
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)
According to Capcom, these specifications should deliver a 1080p, 60fps experience with Frame Generation enabled. This represents a notable reduction in the recommended hardware.
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Early benchmark results suggest improved performance compared to beta testing, especially with Frame Generation. Steam Deck compatibility remains uncertain, however.
A significant change is the reduced storage requirement. The game now needs 75GB of SSD space, down from the previous 140GB. This is surprising given the typical increase in game file sizes.
For further details on Monster Hunter Wilds, check out IGN First's coverage, including encounters with formidable monsters like the apex monster Nu Udra, and our hands-on preview. Monster Hunter Wilds releases on PlayStation 5, Xbox Series X|S, and PC on February 28, 2025.
