Capcom has been plagued by negative feedback since Monster Hunter Wilds launched on February 28. Four months later, performance issues persist, so much so that the game is now being review-bombed on Steam.
Over 7,000 Steam users have voiced their frustration over Monster Hunter Wilds continuing to be a performance nightmare, even on high-end hardware. Currently, the game holds a “Mostly Negative” rating on Steam, which is an unfortunate mark for what’s supposed to be Capcom’s fastest-selling title in the series.
Is Monster Hunter Wilds Still Having Performance Issues as of June 2025?
Yes. PC players are still reporting unacceptable performance despite having powerful systems.
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+ 2Some say the game boots up painfully slowly after the latest patch, which introduced Akuma and the Street Fighter 6 collaboration. Even after reinstalling the game and updating drivers, many say the problems remain.
Others are stuck running the game below 60 FPS due to persistent optimization issues, leaving players frustrated that they can’t fully use their rigs to enjoy Capcom’s latest blockbuster. It feels like Capcom leaned too heavily on Frame Generation to mask deeper technical issues, but those cracks are becoming harder to ignore.
The good news? Capcom is actively working on performance and optimization improvements in the upcoming Title Update 2, which will feature the return of fan-favorite monster Lagiacrus, and possibly another returning monster.
What Else Is Behind Monster Hunter Wilds’ “Mostly Negative” Steam Rating?
Beyond technical hiccups, the other major criticism dragging Monster Hunter Wilds down is its lack of meaningful endgame content.
The result? Frustrated players are leaving in droves, causing the player count to plummet.
click to enlarge+ 2Four months in, many feel the game is too streamlined, lacking in challenge and depth. The Artian Weapons aren't enough to keep things interesting, and while additions like Zoh Shia and Mizutsune are welcome, they can be cleared in under an hour. Players are hungry for more monsters, meaningful progression, and reason to keep grinding. Capcom promises more content, but the staggered release schedule tests people’s patience.
Thankfully, Capcom isn’t stopping at Title Update 2. According to leaks, Monster Hunter Wilds is set to receive five major Title Updates — each one expected to introduce new monsters and shake up the endgame loop. With any luck, we’ll also see a rework of the Artian System and a much-needed spike in difficulty.
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