- Old West Weapon Pack | Out now! - 15 September 2026
Yeeeehaw! These three new 19th-century classic weapons let you live out your Wild West dreams. The Old West Weapon Pack DLC includes a historical rifle, shotgun, revolver, and whole lot of black powder.Purchase the Old West Weapon Pack now for $4.99.Steam | Xbox | Microsoft Store | PlayStation | Epic Games StoreOnce you purchase the DLC, all weapons will be available in the in-game store.Hween .45-90 BuffaloThis rifle delivers massive destructive force within short-to-middle ranges. Its falling-block firearm features highly detailed animations and an adaptive dual-mode Buckhorn. It’s a deliberate weapon that rewards absolute precision.Covers classes 4-9 and is compatible with the Flavus 6x17 and 10x17 Rifle Telescopes. You can use either .45-90 Lead Flat Nose or .45-90 Soft Lead black powder ammunition. Humphrey 10G Coach GunThis thunderous double-barreled shotgun fires heavy 10-gauge b…
- Patch Notes | Patch 9.3 - 15 September 2026
Patch 9.3With the release of the Old West Weapon Pack comes a new patch for everyone! These patch notes won’t cover the new DLC, but if you missed it, read more in the announcement article.Fallow Deer Antler RemasterFallow deer antlers have been fully remastered with new textures. Additional antler models have also been added to the TruRacs system for increased Rac diversity!All existing Fallow Deer, both trophies and live, will have remastered antlers.No populations were harmed in this update. However, fallow deer on your map may shed their antlers to grow new ones. New Great One: TarucaA new Great One can be found in the wilds of Intisuyu! If you’re very lucky, you may come across a particularly impressive Taruca.Borderless Windowed ModeBorderless Windowed Mode is now available in Graphics settings for users on PC.Bug FixesAnimalsFixed an issue which could cause waterfowl to not stop…
- Old West Weapon Pack & Patch 9.3 | Sept. 15th - 8 September 2026
New DLC: Old West Weapon PackYeeeehaw! These new 19th-century classic weapons let you live out your Wild West dreams. The Old West Weapon Pack DLC hits store platforms on September 15th with a historical rifle, shotgun, revolver, and whole lot of black powder.HWEEN .45-90 BUFFALOThis rifle delivers massive destructive force within short-to-middle ranges. Its falling-block firearm features highly detailed animations and an adaptive dual-mode Buckhorn. It’s a deliberate weapon that rewards absolute precision.Covers classes 4-9 and is compatible with the Flavus 6×17 and 10×17 Rifle Telescopes. You can use either .45-90 Lead Flat Nose or .45-90 Soft Lead black powder ammunition.HUMPHREY 10G COACH GUNThis thunderous double-barreled shotgun fires heavy 10-gauge brass black-powder shells, blasting a massive, high-damage pellet spread. Its thick white muzzle smoke and unpredictable scatter dema…
- Pablo Plush: Limited Time! - 11 August 2026
Did you know that we turned your favorite Peruvian capybara into a marketable plushie? Adorned with his signature white hat, when you order him, our partners at Makeship will send him straight into the sanctuary of your loving arms. Only available to order until August 16th.ORDER PABLOConfused about who this guy is? Pablo is a beloved capybara who lives in the sanctuary of our latest reserve DLC, Intisuyu Hunting Reserve (Peru).
- German Shorthaired Pointer DLC Fix - 23 July 2026
\An issue affecting the functionality of the German Shorthaired Pointer DLC is now patched up.Thank you to everyone who reported the issue to our team!
- Hotfix 9.2.1 Notes - 14 July 2026
With this patch, we have also updated the Known Issues list.Bug FixesEquipmentRelevant species from Intisuyu Hunting Reserve have now been added to the codex entries for Game Feeders.MissionsOn Medved Taiga National Park, the second objective for the mission Federal Ecoservice #5 now displays in the UI.On Intisuyu Hunting Reserve, we fixed an issue where you could complete the mission Brother’s Tall Tale #3 by shooting any animal in the heart, even non-Caimans.On Intisuyu Hunting Reserve, we fixed an issue on the mission Brother’s Tall Tale #3 where you were required to kill with a single shot to the heart.On Intisuyu Hunting Reserve, the mission Brother’s Gift can now be completed by taxidermizing a Great One.StabilityAddressed an issue where the game could crash if someone in a Multiplayer session was being attacked by a Jaguar.Fixed several issues with the way the game allocates memo…
- Peru Hunting Reserve | Out now! - 16 June 2026
Come along for an adventure in Intisuyu, a thrilling new DLC map located in Peru! Hunt many unique species from capybaras to tapirs across 3 distinct biomes: Andes foothills, cloud forests, and dense river jungles. But stay on guard because you’re in jaguar territory.Unique New AnimalsHunt 10 unique new animals, for 14 species total across the reserve. This includes a new Great One Jaguar and even an exclusive mission Jaguar. Full animal roster ( * = new ): South American Tapir*, Ocelot*, Greater Grison*, Western Mountain Coati*, Vicuña*, Capybara*, Spectacled Bear*, Jaguar* (with new Great One!), Black Caiman*, Taruca*, Whitetail Deer, Cinnamon Teal, Collared Peccary, and Puma.Vast LandscapesPeru takes you from the Andean foothills, through misty cloud forests, to dense river jungles, giving you 3 distinct biomes.New Story MissionsExplore Peru through 60 new story missions. The Notice…
- Patch Notes | Patch 9.2 - 15 June 2026
With the release of Peru Hunting Reserve comes a new patch for everyone.New DLC: Peru Hunting ReserveHunt 10 new animals, for 14 species total across Andean foothills, through misty cloud forests, to dense river jungles, giving you 3 distinct biomes.Explore Peru through 60 new story missions, including the mission-exclusive Old Scar Jaguar. The Notice Board allows to choose how you want to spend your time in Intisuyu, whether it’s by hunting, exploration, or volunteering at the Animal Sanctuary. Peru also comes with a new crossbow, the Dahler Reverse Draw CB-150.Full animal roster ( * = new ): South American Tapir*, Ocelot*, Greater Grison*, Western Mountain Coati*, Vicuña*, Capybara*, Spectacled Bear*, Jaguar* (with new Great One!), Black Caiman*, Taruca*, Whitetail Deer, Cinnamon Teal, Collared Peccary, and Puma.Mountain Goat TruracsAll Mountain Goat horn have been completely redone.*…
- Peru Hunting Reserve | Full Species Reveal - 5 June 2026
Excited to finally reveal some of the most unique animals from Peru are coming to the next DLC! What are you most interested in seeing?In case you missed it, Intisuyu, a thrilling new DLC map located in Peru, arrives on June 16th. Wishlist now!Full roster:( * = new species )• South American Tapir*• Ocelot*• Greater Grison*• Western Mountain Coati*• Vicuña*• Capybara*• Spectacled Bear*• Jaguar*• Black Caiman*• Taruca*• Whitetail Deer• Cinnamon Teal• Collared Peccary• PumaWatch our social channels in the coming weeks to learn more about content coming on June 16th. Instagram | Facebook | Twitter | Discord
- Peru Hunting Reserve｜June 16th - 2 June 2026
Come along for an adventure in Intisuyu, a thrilling new DLC map located in Peru.The new DLC arrives on June 16th. Wishlist now!Intisuyu: A Hunter's DreamUnique AnimalsHunt 10 new animals, for 14 species total across the reserve. You’ll find Capybaras, Vicuña, Jaguars, Black Caimans, Whitetail, and more! If you’re lucky you may even find the new Great One, this time an animal exclusive to Peru. The full species roster will be announced on June 5th in a new reveal trailer.From Andean Peaks to Jungle DepthsPeru takes you from the Andean foothills, through misty cloud forests, to dense river jungles, giving you 3 distinct biomes.Explore Peru through 60 new story missions. The Notice Board will allow you to choose how you want to spend your time in Intisuyu, whether it's by hunting, exploration, or volunteering at the Animal Sanctuary.A New Way to Hunt Peru comes with a new crossbow, the Da…
- Community Update (with Q&A!) - 22 May 2026
Hey there hunters,Vivi here, your friendly local community manager! I asked our Discord what kinds of things I should talk about in this post and was flooded with questions, so this is now a Q&A. I couldn't answer everything here, but did my best to include as many answers as possible.Just to make sure, are we getting another map? Of course you are! Pretty soon, too.Are there new animals on the map? Yes, many new ones.What ocean does the country’s map border? That’s too specific to reveal this early.What part of the world will the new map be in?While I can't reveal the location yet, I do want to be transparent about one thing. As mentioned by our Game Director in a Q&A last year, our tech just isn’t capable of giving you the next African map, not to the quality we really want to deliver. So to be blunt, the next map DLC will not be anywhere in Africa. But we are improving our tech in th…
- Multi-Class Weapon Pack | Out now! - 14 April 2026
Hunt any animal class with just a few tools in your arsenal. The Multi-Class Weapon Pack DLC includes 3 bolt-action rifles and 1 combination shotgun that allow for maximum adaptability.Once you purchase the DLC, all weapons will be available for free in the in-game store.Each new bolt-action rifle comes with brand new types of ammo. The new ammo types have two versions per weapon; one ammo type ensures high level of penetration and the other has better expansion upon impact.RICHARDSSON .500A powerful, straight-pull rifle for the biggest game, offering a distinct, weighty feel. Its de-cocking safety is chambered in .500 Jeffery, making it the ultimate choice for large game at long ranges.The Richardsson has magazine size of 4 and covers classes 8-9 for both the option of .500 Jeffery solid rounds (deep penetration) or soft-point ammunition (rapid expansion).JONEROS .17HMRA highly accurat…
- Patch 9.1 Notes - 13 April 2026
* The new patch arrives on Tuesday, April 14th with Multi-Class Weapon Pack DLC.New DLC: Multi-Class Weapon PackOn top of the patch, you can purchase a new weapon pack DLC that equips you with 3 new bolt-action rifles and 1 new combination shotgun, allowing you to hunt all animal classes with just one pack.For $5.99 you’ll get:RICHARDSSON .500: Powerful, straight-pull rifle for the largest game. Covers classes 8-9.JONEROS .17HMR: Highly accurate rifle ideal for birds and other small game. Covers classes 1-2.ALIS PRECISION SHOT .25-06: Reliable choice for a wide range of medium game. Covers classes 2-7.CASSIDY COMBINATION SHOTGUN .22MAG: Break-action weapon that essentially gives you both a rifle and shotgun in one metal package, allowing you to instantly adapt to any hunting scenario. Covers classes 1-8.New Fallow Deer FursOne rare and two very rare new fur variations have been added to…
- Multi-Class Weapon Pack | April 14th - 7 April 2026
New DLC: Multi-Class Weapon PackIntroducing 3 new bolt-action rifles and 1 new combination shotgun, allowing you to hunt all animal classes in a single pack, arriving April 14th.RICHARDSSON .500A powerful, straight-pull rifle for the biggest game, offering a distinct, weighty feel. Its de-cocking safety is chambered in .500 Jeffery, making it the ultimate choice for large game at long ranges.Covers classes 8-9 and the option of .500 Jeffery solid rounds or soft-point ammunition.JONEROS .17HMRA highly accurate rifle that offers a flat trajectory for easier long-range hunting. This miniature rifle has quick second shots and a 10-round magazine and offers extended zeroing modes. Ideal for birds and other small game.Covers classes 1-2 with the option of .17HMR Full Metal Jacket or Polymer-Tip ammunition.ALIS PRECISION SHOT .25-06An iconic, reliable choice for a wide range of medium game. Th…
- Community Challenge: Protect the Bunnies - 26 March 2026
Protect the bunnies from predators for some easter rewards! How to participate: Get in-gameHunt a predatorPass the harvest checkRepeat until the progress bar reaches 100%When the progress bar reaches 100%, everyone who participated will unlock two exclusive skins: Easter Hen and Easter Egg Camos.Predators: Red/Gray/Tibetan Fox, Black/Eurasian Brown/Grizzly Bears, Eurasian Lynx, Mexican Bobcat, Bobcat, Bengal Tiger, Snow Leopard, Puma, Mountain Lion, Lion, Gray/Iberian Wolf, Coyote, Side-Striped Jackal, American Alligator, Saltwater Crocodile, Common Raccoon, Raccoon Dog, American Mink, Eurasian Pine Marten, European Badger
- The Game Feeder Pack 2 | Out now! - 24 February 2026
Lure in herbivores, omnivores, and carnivores alike with the Mineral Block, Scent Tube, and Hanging Carcass Feeders. Study your prey, find the perfect location, and deploy the right bait. Game Feeder Pack 2 is out now across all platforms and will equip you to attract more species with higher… steaks?HANGING CARCASS FEEDERLure in big cats with the Hanging Carcass Feeder. The post structure lets you hang meat that will only interest large carnivores, keeping bait out of reach of smaller predators. While it mainly attracts big cats, you may rarely find crocodiles or alligators as well.Possible species: Eurasian Lynx, Mountain Lion, Puma, Bengal Tiger, Lion, Saltwater Crocodile, and American Alligator.SCENT TUBE FEEDERLooking for smaller predators? Deploy the Scent Tube Feeder! It’s durable and features small holes that limit access to bait while still allowing its scent to spread. The sce…
- Patch Notes | Patch 9.0 - 23 February 2026
New Mule Deer FursThree new, very rare fur variations have been added to all Mule Deer populations: Erythristic Red, Erythristic Isabelline, and Mosaic.ImprovementsTrophy Lodge UIImproved the visualization of trophies in the Trophy Lodge customization screen.It should be clearer which trophy you’re selecting when browsing through trophies in the Trophy Manager.Game Feeder UIAdded a new panel to the Game Feeder menu which shows which animals they attract.Replaced the icon displayed when spotting an animal at a Game Feeder to be clear that it's not actually a Need Zone.The "Feeder was destroyed" notification now uses a pop-up that doesn't require you to dismiss it manually.Animal PopulationsPopulations for Stubble Quail and Magpie Goose on Emerald Coast have been reset. This should fix any lingering issues with animals being scored too high and even bring a little bit of peace to the fan…
- Game Feeder Pack 2 | Wishlist now! - 17 February 2026
New DLC: Game Feeder Pack 2A new Game Feeder Pack is hitting all platforms on February 24th. Game Feeder Pack 2 will equip you to attract more species with higher… steaks?Introducing three new feeders equipped to attract herbivores, omnivores, and carnivores alike: the Mineral Block, Scent Tube, and Hanging Carcass Feeders. Study your prey, find the perfect location, and lure them in with the right bait. But make sure they don’t find you first!Hanging Carcass FeederLure in big cats and reptiles with the Hanging Carcass Feeder. The post structure lets you hang meat that will only interest large carnivores, keeping bait out of reach of smaller predators.Scent Tube FeederThe scent tube feeder can be used to attract a variety of smaller predators like wolves, foxes, and more. It’s durable and features small holes that limit access to bait while still allowing its scent to spread.Mineral Lic…
- Community Challenge: Midwinter Mustelids - 16 January 2026
2026's first Community Challenge is here for the perfect opportunity to immerse yourself in Scottish wildlife. Here's how to participate:Get in-gameHunt a mustelid (minks, martens, badgers)Pass the harvest check Repeat until the progress bar reaches 100%Once everyone in the community has reached the goal together, you'll each unlock Clan Roan and Bonny Vinnie TartansGood luck!
- Dev Diary: Tech behind the Mink - 19 December 2025
Hello! My name is Emily, and I’m a technical animator on theHunter: Call of the Wild! With the new Scotland reserve we finally introduced mustelids to the game: the Badger, Pine Marten, and my personal favorite, the Mink! Join me as I give you all a peek behind the fur on how we brought this wonderful critter to life.What does a Technical Animator do?In case you didn’t read Dev Diary: A Peek Behind the Tech of the Beaver, here’s a short summary of the part I as a technical animator play in the development of our animals. My job is basically laying the groundwork for the animation in the game. Among other things, I create the skeletons that drive the models made by our artist and make animation rigs to allow our talented animators to animate them! Sometimes I also work with the system that drives the animations, which we call a state machine: a behaviour tree that transitions the animal…
