Play Monster Hunter Wilds Early: The New Zealand Trick Revealed

The wait is finally over! *Monster Hunter Wilds* is set to launch on Friday, February 28th, but with a rolling release, some players can dive in earlier than others. If you're eager to get a head start, here's how you can use the New Zealand trick to play *Monster Hunter Wilds* early.

How To Play Monster Hunter Wilds Early with the New Zealand Trick on Xbox Series X|S

The Xbox Series X|S offers the simplest way to jump into *Monster Hunter Wilds* ahead of schedule. By tweaking your console's region settings, you can trick it into thinking you're in a different time zone, allowing you to play the game earlier. Here's how to do it:

1. Go to the Xbox settings menu.
2. Select the 'System' tab.
3. Navigate to 'Language and Location'.
4. Change the 'Location' to New Zealand.
5. Restart your Xbox to apply the changes.

Once your Xbox is back up, you'll be able to play *Monster Hunter Wilds* at the same time as players in the earliest launch region.

How To Play Monster Hunter Wilds Early on PlayStation and PC

While it's more challenging to use the New Zealand trick on PlayStation and PC, it's still doable with a bit of extra effort. Unlike Xbox, you can't simply change your region settings; instead, you'll need to create a new account:

• For PlayStation 5, set up a new PSN account with a New Zealand address.
• For PC, create a Steam account with a New Zealand address.
• Purchase *Monster Hunter Wilds* on this new account using New Zealand dollars (NZ$).
• Be aware that the game might cost more due to exchange rates; the base edition could be around $77 USD in NZ$ compared to $70 USD.
• You might need to buy New Zealand-specific PSN or Steam gift cards from third-party sites, depending on your credit or debit card's international transaction capabilities.

When Can I Play Monster Hunter Wilds? Regional Rollout, Explained

*Monster Hunter Wilds* has a staggered release across over a dozen regions. The earliest launch is in Auckland, New Zealand, at 12 AM NZDT, which translates to 6 AM the previous day in New York and 3 AM on the West Coast. By using the New Zealand trick, players in the United States can enjoy nearly an entire extra day of gameplay starting on Thursday, February 27th.

And that's how you can play *Monster Hunter Wilds* early with the New Zealand trick. Get ready to embark on your adventure ahead of the crowd!