MH Wilds Beta Extended Due to PSN Outage

Monster Hunter Wilds is considering extending its Open Beta Test 2 by 24 hours following a significant PlayStation Network outage. This article details the outage's impact and the potential beta extension.

24-Hour Play Interruption for PS5 Users

Due to a 24-hour PlayStation Network outage beginning February 7th at 6 PM EST, Monster Hunter Wilds (MH Wilds) is exploring a one-day extension to Open Beta Test 2 to compensate players for lost playtime. While the exact timing of the extension remains unannounced, it's expected to add a full day, potentially extending the test period beyond its original conclusion. Beta Test 2 Part 1 has concluded, with Part 2 commencing February 13th at 7 PM PT.

The Return of the Hilarious Low-Poly Bug

Capcom acknowledges the beta build's outdated nature and the presence of bugs, including the amusing low-poly character glitch. This glitch, caused by texture loading issues, transforms characters, Palicos, and monsters into low-resolution, blocky versions. Instead of frustration, this has sparked a wave of humorous social media posts, with fans embracing the quirky bug. While developers appreciate the player response, they encourage experiencing the game's full visual fidelity upon its official release.

Monster Hunter Wilds, the latest installment in the acclaimed series, introduces an open-world setting called the Forbidden Lands. Players investigate this mysterious region and its apex predator, the White Wraith. The game launches on PC (Steam), PlayStation 5, and Xbox Series X|S on February 28th, 2025.

PlayStation Network's Recent Major Outage

PlayStation attributed the outage to an operational issue, apologizing for the disruption. PlayStation Plus subscribers will receive five extra days of service as compensation. However, the lack of communication during the outage drew criticism, evoking concerns reminiscent of the 2011 PSN breach. The 2011 incident, caused by a hacker attack, resulted in a three-and-a-half-week service interruption and the compromise of 77 million accounts. In contrast to the recent event, Sony provided more comprehensive user updates and a detailed post-incident analysis in 2011.