Pocketpair Grants Day Off for Monster Hunter Wilds Launch Following Staff's 'Mysterious' Notes

The developer of Palworld, Japanese studio Pocketpair, has graciously given its staff a day off to enjoy the launch of Monster Hunter Wilds. As reported by Automaton, Pocketpair humorously noted on social media that numerous employees had mysteriously claimed they would be "feeling unwell" on the game's release date, February 28. This lighthearted gesture from Pocketpair, allowing their team to dive into Monster Hunter Wilds, underscores their supportive work culture. However, the studio was quick to reassure fans that this fun break would not impact the timely updates of their own games.

Monster Hunter Wilds has made a phenomenal entrance into the gaming world, amassing 1 million concurrent players on Steam and securing a spot in the platform's top 10 most-played games of all time, surpassing giants like Baldur’s Gate 3, Hogwarts Legacy, and Elden Ring. Despite its success, the game has received a 'mixed' user review rating on Steam, prompting Capcom to release official guidance on PC performance issues. In response to player feedback, Capcom has also announced the upcoming Monster Hunter Wilds Title Update 1, which will introduce an endgame social hub.

The launch of Monster Hunter Wilds has had a significant impact worldwide, especially in Japan, where its influence is particularly noticeable. One indie developer humorously lamented on social media that they hadn't sold a single game on Steam since Monster Hunter Wilds hit the market, highlighting the game's dominance. This isn't the first time Pocketpair has supported its staff in this way; they previously gave their team a day off to play FromSoftware’s Elden Ring back in 2022.

For those eager to dive into Monster Hunter Wilds, we offer a wealth of resources to enhance your gaming experience. Discover what Monster Hunter Wilds doesn't tell you, explore a comprehensive guide to all 14 weapon types, and follow our detailed walkthrough. For those interested in multiplayer, our guide on playing with friends is essential, and if you participated in the open betas, learn how to transfer your Monster Hunter Wilds Beta character.

IGN's review of Monster Hunter Wilds awarded it an 8/10, praising the game for refining the series' mechanics in smart ways to create engaging combat, though noting a lack of significant challenge.