Capcom has expressed its ambition for Monster Hunter Wilds to eventually outsell the highly successful Monster Hunter: World, aiming for the newest entry to become the company's best-selling title over the medium to long term. This statement comes despite Wilds experiencing a significant sales slowdown after a strong initial launch in February 2025. By the end of that year, its sales figures were being surpassed by earlier games in the series.
Sales Performance and Future Outlook
In its latest investor Q&A, Capcom acknowledged the performance issues that impacted Wilds' initial reception, noting that sales have shown improvement following the implementation of long-awaited fixes in early 2026. The company also pointed to positive reception for the upcoming Ascendance expansion and a recent price reduction as factors that could drive future sales. "We plan to continue improving the game’s technical performance as we aim to drive its total unit sales beyond those of Monster Hunter: World over the medium to long term," Capcom stated.
Monster Hunter: World has achieved over 30 million unit sales since its release and continues to sell, moving over 780,000 copies in its most recent reported quarter, more than eight years after launch. In contrast, as of March 31, 2026, Monster Hunter Wilds had sold 11.4 million units. However, Wilds' sales rate has declined sharply, failing to secure a spot on Capcom's best-seller list for the last quarter, a list that still features the eight-year-old Monster Hunter: World.
Potential Growth Factors
Several factors could contribute to Wilds achieving Capcom's ambitious sales target. The upcoming port for the Nintendo Switch 2 is anticipated to broaden its appeal to a significant segment of the gaming market. Furthermore, if the Ascendance expansion delivers a level of quality comparable to previous major expansions like Iceborne for World and Sunbreak for Rise, it could bolster Wilds' long-term reputation and sales trajectory. However, overcoming a sales deficit of approximately 19 million units presents a considerable challenge.