Monster Hunter Wilds is evaluating a 24-hour extension for Open Beta Test 2 following this weekend's PlayStation Network outage. This article details the potential extension and the events leading up to it.
24-Hour Playtime Interruption for PS5 Players
Due to the PlayStation Network outage lasting 24 hours (beginning 6 PM EST on February 7th), Monster Hunter Wilds (MH Wilds) is considering a one-day extension to Open Beta Test 2 to compensate for lost playtime. While the exact timing hasn't been announced, the extension will add 24 hours, potentially extending beyond the initial Beta Test 2 Part 2 conclusion date. Part 1 of Beta Test 2 is complete, and Part 2 begins February 13th at 7 PM PT. Players can anticipate resuming their hunts and possibly encountering the amusing low-poly character bug.
The Hilarious Low-Poly Bug Returns
Capcom acknowledges the beta build's outdated nature and the presence of bugs, including the infamous low-poly character glitch.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 led to a wave of humorous social media posts, with some fans hoping for a future nod to the bug. While MH Wilds developers appreciate the amusement, they encourage players to experience the game's full visual fidelity upon its official release.
Monster Hunter Wilds, the latest entry in the acclaimed series, features an open-world setting called the Forbidden Lands. Players investigate this mysterious region and its apex predator, the White Wraith. This action-RPG launches on PC (Steam), PlayStation 5, and Xbox Series X|S on February 28th, 2025.
PlayStation Network Experiences Major Outage
PlayStation attributed the outage to an "operational issue" and apologized, offering PlayStation Plus subscribers five extra days of service as compensation. However, the lack of communication during the outage drew criticism, evoking comparisons to the 2011 PSN outage caused by a hacker attack that compromised 77 million accounts. The significant difference was Sony's proactive communication during the 2011 incident, keeping users informed throughout the three-and-a-half-week downtime.
