Capcom has recently issued a significant advisory for fans of its acclaimed Monster Hunter series, coinciding with Microsoft’s announcement regarding the impending end of support for Windows 10. As confirmed by Microsoft, support for this operating system will officially conclude on October 14, 2025. Following this date, users can expect a cessation of critical security updates and stability fixes, which may leave PCs operating on Windows 10 increasingly susceptible to security vulnerabilities and compatibility issues with newer software.
Monster Hunter games not guaranteed to run on Windows 10 after October 14
Microsoft will be ending support for Windows 10 on October 14, 2025. Therefore, as of the same date, we will no longer guarantee that Monster Hunter: World, Monster Hunter Rise, and Monster Hunter Wilds will run on Windows 10 systems.
Capcom, via Steam
In a recent announcement on Steam, Capcom cautioned players that while titles such as Monster Hunter: World, Monster Hunter Rise, and Monster Hunter Wilds may continue to function on Windows 10 post-October 14, there is no assurance of ongoing compatibility. Future updates to the operating system or game patches could potentially disrupt gameplay, and Capcom has indicated that they will be unable to provide comprehensive support for any issues that may arise after the support deadline. While the likelihood of sudden game failures is low, the company is proactively addressing potential concerns.
Capcom articulated that “proper game functionality cannot be guaranteed on operating systems of which Microsoft has ended support.” They further clarified that if players encounter difficulties while using Windows 10 after the support period concludes, their capacity to assist will be limited to information available prior to that date.
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For those currently using Windows 10, the most straightforward solution would be to upgrade to Windows 11, which promises a more seamless gaming experience. However, for users who prefer to remain on Windows 10 a bit longer, there is an option to extend security updates for an additional year after the official end of support. It’s crucial to understand that this extension pertains solely to security updates and does not address compatibility issues for games like the Monster Hunter series. Alternatively, transitioning to an operating system like Linux, which has been gaining traction among gamers on Steam, could also be considered.
