Monster Hunter Wilds has recently introduced a new raid boss from Final Fantasy 14, a move that has unfortunately reignited long-standing frustrations among its player base. Following the update’s launch on September 29, 2025, the game has seen a significant decline in its Steam reviews, with nearly 80% of over 5,000 new reviews being negative. This downturn highlights a persistent issue that many players have faced since the game’s release: performance problems.
Player Sentiments
As a devoted fan of the Monster Hunter franchise, I can attest to the initial struggles of Wilds. During its early weeks, the game’s performance was so poor that it nearly deterred me from continuing to play. The current reviews reflect a similar sentiment, with many players expressing their disappointment. A common theme among the reviews is the comparison to Monster Hunter: World, which has set a high bar for performance and gameplay quality.
One player, known as Moist_Walrus, shared their experience: “Every time the game gets updated, my performance decreases. I’m running a 4090 with a 7950X3D, and it’s jittery and still crashing frequently. The newest FFXIV boss has the worst implementation of difficulty I’ve experienced in years.” This sentiment resonates with many who feel that the game is not living up to its potential.
Another player, Cobie, echoed these frustrations, stating, “As a die-hard Monster Hunter fan, I really wanted to like this game, but I can’t recommend it. My PC can run it relatively well, but I still think at max settings the game world looks particularly blurry and bland.” Cobie expressed a desire for a more artistic direction, reminiscent of previous titles in the series, rather than the realism that Wilds attempts but fails to deliver.
Capcom’s Response
In response to the mounting criticism, Capcom has promised a “multifaceted plan” to address the performance issues players are experiencing. The company has indicated that while gradual improvements will be implemented in the coming weeks, a significant update, Free Title Update 4, is targeted for release this winter. This update is expected to include optimizations related to CPU and GPU performance, along with additional mitigation measures.
While these promises are welcomed, they come in the wake of a game that has sold over 10 million copies since its release in February. The ongoing performance issues have left many players feeling frustrated, particularly given the high expectations set by the franchise. Until Monster Hunter Wilds can deliver the performance that players expect, it seems that Capcom will continue to face scrutiny from its dedicated fanbase.
