Amid ‘Mixed’ Steam User Review Rating, Capcom Issues Monster Hunter Wilds PC Troubleshooting Guide

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Capcom, the developers behind Monster Hunter World on Steam, have provided guidance for players experiencing performance problems with the game since its launch, which received mixed reviews from users.

If you’re encountering problems on Steam, the Japanese game company recommends that you update your graphics driver, disable compatibility mode, and then adjust your settings accordingly.

“Thank you all for your patience and support!” Capcom said in a tweet.

One particularly useful review on Steam, labeled ‘most helpful’, states that Monster Hunter Worlds exhibits the “poorest optimization I’ve encountered to date.

They expressed that as newer games increasingly require upgrades, it seems unjustifiable, or put another way, it strikes them as overly excessive. Previously, they’ve observed similar issues with underperforming new releases, like the case of World, but now it just feels unfair given the current state of affairs.

While I’m not implying the game is poor, given its current instability, it might be wise to hold off on playing until a more reliable version comes out.

Another critic’s unfavorable feedback zeroed in on the game’s optimization issues, commenting: “The game’s visuals are impressive, but the performance is abysmal. It runs more poorly than during the beta testing.

To assist Steam gamers in resolving issues, Capcom has released a “Troubleshooting & Common Problems” guide, which offers potential solutions. They encourage PC users to follow these steps to identify if the problem lies with their computer, Steam, or the game’s files.

Monster Hunter Wilds troubleshooting and known issues guide

Troubleshooting

When the game does not run properly, please try the steps below.

  1. Make sure you meet the minimum system requirements for the game.
  2. Update your Video/Graphics Drivers.
  3. Check for Windows Updates and ensure all of the latest programs are installed to your OS.
  4. If you still experience issues, try performing a clean installation of the video driver set.
  5. Update DirectX to the latest version.
    For details on how to update DirectX, please visit the Microsoft support page or Microsoft Download Center.
  6. Add the game’s folder and files to your anti-virus program’s exception / exclusion list.
    Default Paths:
    C:\Program Files (x86)\Steam\SteamApps\common\MonsterHunterWilds
    C:\Program Files (x86)\Steam\SteamApps\common\MonsterHunterWilds\MonsterHunterWilds.exe
  7. Add folder and files for Steam.exe to your anti-virus program’s exception / exclusion list.
    *Default Paths:
    C:\Program Files (x86)\Steam
    C:\Program Files (x86)\Steam\Steam.exe
  8. Give administrator privileges to Steam.
    To run Steam.exe in administrator mode, right-click on the .exe file and select “Run as administrator.”
  9. If you still experience issues, try logging into your PC in administrator mode and then run the game’s execution file (MonsterHunterWilds.exe).
  10. Verify the game’s files on Steam.
    To verify your game’s files, follow these steps:
    (1) Restart your computer and launch Steam.
    (2) From the “Library” section, right-click on the game, and select “Properties” from the menu.
    (3) Select the “Installed Files” tab and click the “Verify integrity of game files” button.
    (4) Steam will verify the game’s files – this process may take several minutes.
    Important: One or more files may fail to verify. The files that fail to verify are local configuration files that should not be replaced as part of this process. You can safely ignore this message. If problematic files were detected during this process, Steam will automatically download and / or replace those files.
  11. Disable Compatibility Mode for “MonsterHunterWilds.exe” if enabled.
    (1) Right click on “MonsterHunterWilds.exe” located in the following folder:
    　　C:\Program Files (x86)\Steam\SteamApps\common\MonsterHunterWilds
    　　 *The above is the default location.
    (2) Go to Properties
    (3) Open Compatibility tab
    (4) Untick “Run this program in compatibility mode for:”
    If the above does not resolve the issue, please disable the Compatibility Mode for “Steam.exe” located in the folder below.
    C:\Program Files (x86)\Steam
  12. If you still experience issues, please also try the troubleshooting steps on the Official Monster Hunter Wilds Troubleshooting & Issue Reporting Thread posted on the Steam community page as they contain more detailed and additional steps that may help resolve your issue.

Despite some initial issues with performance, Monster Hunter World has had a fantastic launch, boasting almost a million players simultaneously on Steam alone. This impressive figure places it among Steam’s top 10 most-played games ever, and its popularity is expected to grow even more as we approach the weekend.

As a seasoned gamer embarking on an epic journey in Monster Hunter Wilds, here’s some insider info to kickstart your adventure: Discover what Monster Hunter Wilds doesn’t explicitly mention, and delve into the nuances of each weapon type among the 14 available. We’re also working on a comprehensive walkthrough for you, step by step. If you’ve participated in the open beta, learn how to carry over your Monster Hunter Wilds Beta character to the final version of the game. Enjoy the hunt!

iggn.ru’s Monster Hunter Wilds review returned an 8/10. We said: “Monster Hunter Wilds continues to smooth off the rougher corners of the series in smart ways, making for some extremely fun fights but also lacking any real challenge.”

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2025-02-28 15:24