PlayStation 4
Monster Hunter: World
モンスターハンター：ワールド · 魔物獵人 世界
- Perfect: No noticeable issues start to finish
- Playable: Can be finished; minor glitches or slowdowns
- In-game: Gets in-game, but issues get in the way
- Menus: Reaches the title screen or menus only
- Boots: Starts, then hangs on a black screen or intro
- Nothing: Does not start
Not playable yet. On shadPS4's official list Monster Hunter: World (Iceborne) reaches the main menu at best on Windows and Linux (v0.15.0), and a newer Windows report (v0.16.0, game v15.23) only boots.
Settings & known issues
- The report on game v15.23 only gets as far as boot.
Compatibility reports
| Platform | Emulator | Result | Notes | Source |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Windows | shadPS4 v0.15.0 | Menus | Official compatibility list: CUSA07713 | github.com 2026-04-05 |
| Windows | shadPS4 v0.16.0 | Boots | Intel i5 12400f / Nvidia RTX 3060 12 GB · Official compatibility list: CUSA07708, game v15.23 | github.com 2026-07-30 |
| Linux / Steam Deck | shadPS4 v0.15.0 | Menus | Official compatibility list: CUSA07713 | github.com 2026-04-05 |
Game info
- Developer
- Capcom
- Publisher
- CE EUROPE LIMITED
- Released
- 2018-01-26
- Genre
- Action / RPG
- Title ID
- CUSA07713
- Updated
- 2026-11-01
FAQ
Can I play Monster Hunter: World on Windows with an emulator?
The best reported result on Windows is "Menus" with shadPS4 (report from 2026-04-05). Results vary by device and emulator version.
Can I play Monster Hunter: World on Mac with an emulator?
We haven't found a public compatibility report for Monster Hunter: World on Mac yet.
Can I play Monster Hunter: World on iPhone / iPad with an emulator?
We haven't found a public compatibility report for Monster Hunter: World on iPhone / iPad yet.
Can I play Monster Hunter: World on Android with an emulator?
We haven't found a public compatibility report for Monster Hunter: World on Android yet.
Where can I find the Monster Hunter: World game files (PKG)?
PS4 emulators load an extracted game folder (the one with eboot.bin), with updates and DLC in their own folders; this game's Title ID is CUSA07713. Some games also use system modules from the console firmware; what they are and where they go is covered in our "PS4 emulator firmware modules and game formats" guide. →
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