The day one patch for Monster Hunter Wilds is out now (at least for PlayStation 5 at the time of writing) revealing just how big the download is. Players will want to ensure they start the download early if they have the game preloaded, or else they may face a wait on launch day.

Although popular franchises dot the video game landscape, few stand the test of time. Some capitalize on a spectacular idea and run the idea into the ground. Others are fine with building on the strength of a memorable story,

Wondering when Monster Hunter Wilds releases in your region? In this guide we'll break down when you can pre-load and start playing the game.