The much-anticipated *Monster Hunter Wilds* is set to launch on Friday, February 28th, but with a rolling release schedule, some regions will get it earlier than others. Here's your guide to playing *Monster Hunter Wilds* early using the New Zealand trick.

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

Playing *Monster Hunter Wilds* early on the Xbox Series X|S is a breeze. Xbox allows you to easily switch your console's region, which tricks the system into thinking you're in a different time zone, allowing you to access the game earlier. Here's how you can change your region on Xbox and start playing *Monster Hunter Wilds* before others:

Navigate to the Xbox settings, go to the System tab, select Language and Location, and set the Location to New Zealand. After making these changes, restart your Xbox. Once your console restarts, you'll be set to play *Monster Hunter Wilds* at the same time as the earliest region, Auckland, New Zealand.

How to Play Monster Hunter Wilds Early on PlayStation and PC

While using the New Zealand trick on PC and PlayStation is more challenging, it's still possible with some extra steps. Unlike Xbox, changing your region on PS5 and PC won't suffice; you'll need to create a new account with a New Zealand address.

To play *Monster Hunter Wilds* early on PlayStation 5 and PC, you'll need to set up a PSN or Steam account using a New Zealand address and purchase the game using New Zealand dollars (NZ$). Keep in mind that due to exchange rates, the game might cost more, around $77 USD compared to the $70 USD base edition. You may also need to buy New Zealand-specific PSN or Steam 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* will have a staggered release across over 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.