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

The much-anticipated *Monster Hunter Wilds* is set to launch on Friday, February 28th, with a rolling release that means some players will get their hands on it before others. If you're eager to dive into the game ahead of your region's official release, you can use the New Zealand trick. Here's how to do it across different platforms.

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

For Xbox Series X|S users, playing *Monster Hunter Wilds* early is straightforward thanks to the console's easy region-changing feature. This trick lets your Xbox think it's in a different time zone, allowing you to play the game earlier.

To use the New Zealand trick, navigate to your Xbox settings, go to the System tab, and select Language and Location. Change your Location to New Zealand and restart your console to apply the changes. Once your Xbox is back up, you'll be able to play *Monster Hunter Wilds* at the same time as players in Auckland, New Zealand, which is the earliest launch region.

How To Play Monster Hunter Wilds Early on PlayStation and PC

For PlayStation and PC users, the process is a bit more complicated. Unlike Xbox, you can't simply change your region on PS5 or PC to play games early. Instead, you'll need to create a new account with a New Zealand address.

To play *Monster Hunter Wilds* early on PlayStation 5 or PC, set up a new PSN or Steam account using a New Zealand address and purchase the game on that account. You'll need to pay in New Zealand dollars (NZ$), which might be more expensive due to exchange rates. The base edition of *Monster Hunter Wilds* costs around $70 USD, but in NZ$, it's approximately $77 USD. You may also need to buy New Zealand-specific PSN or Steam gift cards from third-party sites if your credit or debit card doesn't support international purchases easily.

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

*Monster Hunter Wilds* will launch in over a dozen regions at different times. The game will first be available in Auckland, New Zealand, at 12 AM NZDT. This 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 using the New Zealand trick. Happy hunting!