PS Plan Guide - How to Join and Recommended Plans

PS Plan Guide for Monster Hunter Wilds (MH Wilds). Recommended plans are listed, including how to join PS Plan or not. Use this guide as a reference when deciding to join PS Plus.

What can you do with PS Plus

Enjoy Multiplayer

If you subscribe to PS Plus in Monster Hunter WIlds, you will be able to enjoy multiplayer. If you want to play with someone, don't hesitate to join.

You can play without joining Lobbies

You can enjoy Monster Hunter Wilds solo even if you are not a PS Plus member.

Data can be saved in Cloud Storage

When you subscribe to PS Plus, you can use cloud storage. You can upload and save your save data on the cloud, and you will be able to do things like back up your save data or transfer it to another console.

Depending on the plan, you can also play other games for free

With the "Extra" and "Premium" Plans, you can play a variety of works without additional fees. If you are interested not only in Wilds but also in various other games, consider the plans based on your preference.

▼ Click here to see the differences in plans

Does MH Wilds need PS Plus?

Not required but is recommended

Monster Hunter Wilds is a has multiplayer as its best part. If you're just playing solo, it's fine not to subscribe to PS Plus, but you can get the most out of it by subscribing.

You can join SOS Flares and Stranger's Lobbies

You can also play multiplayer with people other than your friends, participate in SOS Flares calls, and join stranger's lobbies. You can also enjoy playing cooperatively with someone you don't know and going hunting.

How to join and PS recommended Plans

Join from the far left of the home screen

PlayStation Plus is on the far left of the PS5 home screen, so select "Join" from here and choose a plan.

Essential is Recommended

We recommend the cheapest plan, Essential. If the only feature you want is the online multiplayer, Essential Plan is sufficient enough.

12 Months Subscription is recommended if you are going to play for a long time

Monster Hunter Wilds will continue to be updated with new monsters added even after its release. Since this is a work that can be played for a long time, not just immediately after release, we recommend playing it for 12 months.

If you want to play other games, you can also choose a higher plan

The main benefits of higher plans are that "Extra" adds a game catalog, and "Premium" adds game trials and a classic catalog. If you want to play other games, consider joining those plans.

Differences between each PS Plus Plans

Price Comparison

Bonus details

If the main goal is Multiplayer, Essential Plan is enough

Multiplayer rights can be obtained with the cheapest Essential subscription. If you don't need benefits other than multiplayer, subscribe to Essential.

Extra if you want to play the games on current Game Catalog

Game Catalog is a privilege that allows you to play eligible titles at no additional charge. There are many famous title, so if you want to play games other than Monster Hunter Wilds, we recommend Extra.

Premium includes Classic + Trial

The Classic Catalog is a privilege that allows you to play eligible original PS~PS3 titles. The premium subscription also allows you to play a game trial that is different from the usual trial version. It is recommended for people who want to play nostalgic games or people who want to try out various games.

Monster Hunter Wilds Related Articles

Useful Information

Game System

Character Creation Guide	Character Creation Recipes	Recommended Settings
Join Multiplayer	SOS Flare Guide	How to Change Name or Rename
Friend Request Guide	Hunter ID Guide	How To Cook
Layered Armor Equipment	How to Play Solo Online	FPS Comparison & Settings
How To Join a Lobby	Skip Button Guide	Arachnophobia Assistance
Craft Guide	Individual Strength Guide	Save Data Guide
Wound Guide	How to Hide Head Armor	How to Link Party
Receptionist Alma	Error Guide	Beginner's Guide
Support Hunter	How to Display FPS	Voice Chat Guide
Seikret Customization	Supply Items	Character Edit Voucher Guide
How to Lock-on	How to Pause	Photo Mode
Common Wood Minnow	Fishing Rod Guide	Whetstone Guide
Portable BBQ Grill	Camping Kit	Palico Guide
Tent Guide	How to Capture Monsters	Field Survey Quest
Mending Mantle	Canteen Guide

Hunting / Operation Method

Basic Controls	Combat Tips	How to use Focus Mode
What is a Wound?	Seikret Guide	Training Ground Location
Power Clash Guide	Offset Attack	Sneak Attack
How To Mount Monsters?	Radial Menu Guide	How to use Binoculars
How to Grill Meat	Capture Net	Ghillie Mantle
Slinger Guide	Large Barrel Bomb	Secondary Weapon
Evasion Guide	Perfect Evade	Radial Menu Guide
Perfect Guard	How To Switch Weapons

Map Information

Pop-up Camp List	How to Fast Travel Guide	Where to get Ore
Where to get Bone Material	Fish List & Fishing Spot	Endemic Life
Slinger Ammo	Check & Change Environment

Recommended Information before Purchasing

Release Date & Platforms	Save Data Bonuses	Pre-Order Bonuses
Recommended Specs	PS5 & PS5 Pro VS PC: Specs Comparison	Controller & Set Up Guide
Differences in Edition	How To Crossplay Guide	When Steam Version will be Released?
Will It Be Released On The Switch Or PS4?	Character Profiles and Voice Actor List	Predictions & Speculations
New Features	Storage & File Size Guide	How To Download Benchmark
Weapon Adjustments	Should You Buy an Xbox?