Capcom has shared exciting news about the upcoming game Monster Hunter Wilds, revealing details about its second open beta test set to start this week. The open beta will consist of two sessions across two weekends, ending on February 16. Players will have the opportunity to challenge the game’s flagship monster, Arkveld.

During the recent Capcom Spotlight + Monster Hunter Wilds Showcase for February 2025, fans were given a 15-minute presentation about the game, featuring a new trailer showcasing the Iceshard Cliffs, a new location in the game. Additionally, returning monsters like Nerscylla and Gore Magala were confirmed to appear in Monster Hunter Wilds.

Arkveld, the game’s flagship monster, will be available for players to hunt in a more challenging advanced quest during the second open beta. The open beta will include character creation, story trial, Doshagma Hunt, battling the Gypceros, and a Training Area for solo play, among other features.

Players can engage in the open beta by downloading the client from the Monster Hunter Wilds Steam page, with pre-loading starting on February 5 at 7 PM PT. Participants will receive exclusive in-game items as a reward. The open beta test will run from February 6 to February 16, with two weekends of gameplay.

Get ready to join the hunt in Monster Hunter Wilds as you embark on thrilling adventures in this highly anticipated game.