Monster Hunter: World sells 30 million units and gets expansion

In brief

• Monster Hunter: World has sold more than 30 million units worldwide, making it Capcom’s best-selling title.
• The game remains popular, with a recent sales boost of 5 million units after passing 25 million.
• A new expansion, Ascendance, for Monster Hunter: Wilds is planned for next year, which could further fuel interest in the franchise.

GAME-scanner analysis

Monster Hunter: World has cemented its status as one of the most successful games in Capcom’s history with an impressive 30 million units sold. That figure is not only proof of the game’s appeal, but also of the strong community built around the franchise. The recent sales increase of 5 million units after reaching 25 million shows that the game is still attracting new players, even years after its original 2018 release. That’s a remarkable achievement at a time when many games quickly fade from the spotlight.

The upcoming expansion for Monster Hunter: Wilds, titled Ascendance, could also play an important role in keeping interest in the franchise alive. The expansion’s performance will be crucial, especially given the earlier issues with the game that affected the experience for some players. It will be important for Capcom to address those problems to maintain player loyalty.

What does this mean for players?

For players, this means they can look forward to new content and more opportunities to sharpen their hunting skills in the upcoming expansion. Monster Hunter: World’s continued popularity and strong sales figures could also lead to more support and updates from Capcom, which would benefit the overall experience. Monster Hunter: Wilds players will be hoping the new DLC fixes the base game’s shortcomings and delivers a more satisfying experience.

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