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

Get ready! *Monster Hunter Wilds* stomps onto the scene Friday, February 28th, but with a staggered global launch, some players can get a head start. Here's how to use the New Zealand trick to hunt early.

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

The easiest path to early access is via Xbox Series X|S. Xbox's flexible region settings make it a breeze to trick your console into thinking it's in New Zealand, granting you earlier playtime. Here's how:

Navigate to your Xbox settings, then the System tab. Select Language & location, and change your Location to New Zealand. Restart your Xbox for the changes to take effect, and you're ready to hunt!

How To Play *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 a few extra steps. Since directly changing your region won't work, you'll need a separate account.

Create a new PSN or Steam account using a New Zealand address. Purchase Monster Hunter Wilds using this account, paying in NZD (New Zealand Dollars). Note that the NZD price might be slightly higher than the USD equivalent. You may need to purchase a New Zealand PSN or Steam gift card from a third-party retailer, depending on your payment method's international transaction capabilities.

*Monster Hunter Wilds*: Regional Release Times Explained

The image above details the varied release times across different regions. Auckland, New Zealand, gets the earliest access at 12 AM NZDT, which translates to 6 AM the previous day in New York and 3 AM PST. By using the New Zealand trick, US players can potentially gain nearly an entire day of extra playtime, starting their hunt on Thursday, February 27th.

That's how to unleash your inner hunter early with the New Zealand trick! Happy hunting!