Good news for all you fashion hunters out there! Capcom has confirmed that players who participated in the Monster Hunter Wilds open beta tests will be able to transfer their carefully crafted hunter and Palico character designs to the full game when it launches on February 28, 2025.
If you spent hours perfecting your hunter's jawline or getting your Palico's fur pattern just right during either OBT 1 or OBT 2, your artistic efforts won't go to waste. The transfer process is straightforward but comes with a few important caveats you'll want to be aware of.
How to Transfer Your Beta Character Designs
When you first boot up Monster Hunter Wilds and reach the character creation screen, you'll need to:
- Open the Design menu during hunter and Palico character creation
- Select the "Beta Test Data" option to import your previously created designs
Capcom has provided visual guidance to help players locate this option:
Important Details You Should Know
Before you plan your character transfer, there are several critical points to be aware of:
- Internet connection required: You'll need to be online to retrieve your beta data
- Full installation needed: The game must be completely installed before attempting the transfer, especially if using PlayStation 5's PlayGo or Xbox Series X|S's Streaming Installation
- Transfer window: If you finish character creation without transferring your beta designs, you'll need to purchase a Character Edit Voucher or Palico Edit Voucher to access them later
- OBT 2 takes priority: If you participated in both beta tests, the system will use your character designs from OBT 2
- Design limitations: Some beta designs might not transfer properly due to changes between the beta and full release
- Only appearance transfers: This is strictly for character designs—no equipment, progress, or other data will carry over
- Design code differences: The coding system for character designs will differ between the beta and full game
This feature will be especially valuable for players who invested significant time in perfecting their hunter's appearance during the beta tests. Character creation in Monster Hunter games has always been robust, and Wilds appears to continue that tradition with its detailed customization options.
For those who missed the beta tests, don't worry—the full character creator in Monster Hunter Wilds will still offer extensive options when the game launches on PC, PlayStation 5, and Xbox Series X|S on February 28, 2025.
As the release date approaches, we'll be sure to bring you more coverage of Monster Hunter Wilds, including gameplay details, monster reveals, and other features to look forward to in this highly anticipated entry in the franchise.