How To Play Monster Hunter Wilds Early With the New Zealand Trick

Get ready to hunt! *Monster Hunter Wilds* arrives Friday, February 28th, but a staggered release means some players can jump in early. Here's how to utilize the New Zealand trick to experience the game ahead of schedule.

Playing *Monster Hunter Wilds* Early on Xbox Series X|S

The easiest method for early access is on Xbox Series X|S. Xbox's flexible region settings make it simple to trick your console into believing you're in a different time zone. Here's how:

1. Navigate to your Xbox settings.
2. Go to the System tab.
3. Select Language & Location.
4. Change your Location to New Zealand.
5. Restart your Xbox.

After restarting, you should be able to play *Monster Hunter Wilds* concurrently with the earliest launch region.

Playing *Monster Hunter Wilds* Early on PlayStation and PC

While not as straightforward as on Xbox, the New Zealand trick is still possible on PlayStation and PC, albeit with added complexity. Since region changes won't work directly, you'll need a separate account:

1. Create a new PSN or Steam account using a New Zealand address.
2. Purchase *Monster Hunter Wilds* on this account using NZD. (Note: This may be slightly more expensive than the USD equivalent.)
3. You may need to purchase New Zealand PSN or Steam gift cards from a third-party vendor depending on your payment method's international transaction capabilities.

*Monster Hunter Wilds* Regional Release Times

The game launches earliest in Auckland, New Zealand (12 AM NZDT), translating to 6 AM the previous day in New York and 3 AM PST. By using the New Zealand trick, US players can gain almost an entire extra day of gameplay, starting Thursday, February 27th.

That's how to play *Monster Hunter Wilds* early using the New Zealand trick!