Play Monster Hunter Wilds Early: Use the New Zealand Trick

At long last, *Monster Hunter Wilds* is set to launch on Friday, February 28th. The game will roll out with a staggered release, meaning players in different regions will access it at varying times. However, there's a clever way to get ahead of the curve using the New Zealand trick. Here's how you can dive into *Monster Hunter Wilds* early.

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

Playing *Monster Hunter Wilds* early is simplest on the Xbox Series X|S. Xbox allows you to change your console's region, effectively tricking the system into thinking you're in a different time zone, allowing you to play the game earlier. Here's how to adjust your settings and start playing:

1. Go to your Xbox settings.
2. Navigate to the System tab.
3. Select Language and Location.
4. Change the Location to New Zealand.
5. Restart your Xbox for the changes to take effect.

Once your console is back on, you'll be able to play *Monster Hunter Wilds* at the same time as players in the earliest launch region.

How To Play Monster Hunter Wilds Early on PlayStation and PC

Using the New Zealand trick on PlayStation and PC is more challenging but still achievable. Since you can't simply change your region as you can on Xbox, you'll need to create a new account with a New Zealand address:

• For PlayStation 5, set up a new PSN account with a New Zealand address and purchase the game using NZ$.
• For PC, create a new Steam account with a New Zealand address and buy the game in NZ$.

Note that the game may cost more in NZ$ due to exchange rates; for instance, the base edition of *Monster Hunter Wilds* is around $70 USD, but in NZ$, it's about $77 USD. You might need to buy New Zealand-specific PSN or Steam gift cards from third-party sites, especially if your card struggles with international transactions.

When Can I Play Monster Hunter Wilds? Regional Rollout, Explained

*Monster Hunter Wilds* will launch at different times across more than a dozen regions. The earliest launch will be in Auckland, New Zealand, at 12 AM NZDT, which translates to 6 AM the previous day in New York and 3 AM on the West Coast. By using the New Zealand trick, players in the United States can enjoy nearly an extra day of gameplay starting on Thursday, February 27th.

And that's how you can play *Monster Hunter Wilds* early with the New Zealand trick. Dive in and start your adventure ahead of the crowd!