How To Play Monster Hunter Wilds Early With the New Zealand Trick

The highly anticipated *Monster Hunter Wilds* is set to launch on Friday, February 28th, with a rolling release schedule across various regions. However, eager fans can get a head start by using the New Zealand trick. This clever method allows you to play the game earlier than your local release time. Let’s explore how to leverage this trick on different platforms.

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

The Xbox Series X|S offers the simplest way to play *Monster Hunter Wilds* early. By changing your console's region, you can trick it into thinking you're in a different time zone, allowing you to play the game as soon as it launches in New Zealand.

To utilize the New Zealand trick on Xbox, navigate to the Xbox settings, go to the System tab, and select Language and Location. Change the Location to New Zealand and restart your console. Once restarted, you'll be able to play *Monster Hunter Wilds* at the earliest launch time, syncing with Auckland, New Zealand.

How To Play Monster Hunter Wilds Early on PlayStation and PC

Using the New Zealand trick on PlayStation 5 and PC is more complex but still achievable. Unlike Xbox, you can't simply change the region on these platforms. Instead, you'll need to create a new PSN or Steam account with a New Zealand address.

To play *Monster Hunter Wilds* early, set up a new account with a New Zealand address on PSN or Steam and purchase the game using New Zealand dollars (NZ$). Note that the game might be slightly more expensive due to currency conversion rates. The base edition, which costs around $70 USD, translates to approximately $77 USD in NZ$. You may also need to buy New Zealand-specific gift cards from third-party sites, depending on your card's international transaction capabilities.

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

*Monster Hunter Wilds* has a staggered release across over a dozen regions. The earliest launch occurs in Auckland, New Zealand, at 12 AM NZDT. This corresponds 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 entire extra day of gameplay, starting on Thursday, February 27th.

That's how you can play *Monster Hunter Wilds* early using the New Zealand trick across different platforms. Get ready to dive into the wilds ahead of the pack!