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Loadout Suggestions - Experts Share Their Choices

by Cry_AleaS

{STEAM_CLAN_IMAGE}/30897473/e85ca70e579c9f203f5701300e7d4265cda27ef1.jpg Hunters, With such a wide range of potential weapon choices available, it's always interesting to see what certain players favor and how they combine their equipment for the maximum effect. What do Hunt's most seasoned veterans prefer to use for their loadouts? We spoke to some of our devs, Partners, and mods to see what their favorite loadouts are and why. You never know—maybe you'll pick up a few ideas to try out on your next Mission. Gustavo – Community Manager “My favorite loadout is the Sparks paired with an Uppercut. I've been playing since 2018, and back then, this loadout was extremely popular. Having just one shot with the Sparks makes every kill feel much more rewarding. I also feel like I land more shots when using it, since it forces me to think carefully, and aim with precision before pulling the trigger." Bence – Senior Social Media Manager “Like Gustavo, I also like the Sparks and Uppercut combo. Th...

Developer Insight- Did you hear that?

by Cry_Ari

{STEAM_CLAN_IMAGE}/30897473/f09c04a5cefb4eb593df7c630263781f47704906.jpg Hunters, We’ve noticed that a lot of you are interested in how the audio systems work in Hunt: Showdown 1896. With the help of our audio engineers, we have compiled the guide below to answer some of your most frequently asked questions regarding how we give you the best audio experience possible. Some of the changes that are coming with Update 2.4 are improvements to silent/missing footsteps, a revised vertical footstep audio design, gunshot distance readability, and more! We look forward to sharing more about the new update and what it means for your audio experience soon. FAQ: What is CrySpatial? CrySpatial is our 3D audio solution designed specifically for Hunt. Implemented back in 2019, it’s our recommended spatial audio solution when playing the game. CrySpatial uses HRTF (Head-Related-Transfer-Function) for its 3D audio positioning and is directly integrated into the game, enabling players to hear if certain...

Server Downtime - 5 May at 10:00 CEST

by CRY_IM

{STEAM_CLAN_IMAGE}/30897473/5856ab5f29bec5be012e5c608d84578542f5746f.png Hunters, Another clash with Corruption comes to and end and Garden of the Witch will conclude tomorrow, May 5th. Live servers will be taken offline at 10:00 CEST to wrap up the event. Estimated downtime is ~2 hours. We’ll let you know once the servers are back online. Thanks for your patience.

Developer Insight - Fair Play Task Force Update

by Cry_AleaS

{STEAM_CLAN_IMAGE}/30897473/3109ce48277dbe89fcac113344e5ac8bef30934a.jpg Hunters, As part of our commitment to keeping you informed about our Fair Play Task Force and our actions against cheaters we would like to share with you an update. Since January we have banned a total of 4929 cheaters. In this blog you’ll find a breakdown of these bans by MMR levels along with some insights into how we categorize different cheaters. Banned Players by MMR distribution {STEAM_CLAN_IMAGE}/30897473/d18b4241b6404cbd7db991385f0715e4c4fb347b.png The chart above shows the distribution of MMR levels among players who were banned in recent months. As indicated, cheaters are significantly more likely to be found at higher MMR levels, as their performance improves drastically once they gain the advantage of cheating software. However, bans also occur at lower MMR levels. This can be attributed to players intentionally dying to maintain a low MMR, or more commonly, players being banned when they launch the g...

Developer Insight – Tips for Hunt Dollars

by Cry_Ari

{STEAM_CLAN_IMAGE}/30897473/28f2bea86bc945525cb1483c1f26f9c502b4ae5c.jpg Hunters, It's no secret that Hunt wants to challenge you and push players to their limits, and we often see members of the community looking for hints, tips, and tricks for how to improve their game. So today, we wanted to explore a new style of Developer Insight, sharing insider tips from our developers, mods, and Hunt Partners! First up—a subject that comes around all the time—what are our favorite ways to earn and save Hunt Dollars? Let's start with the basics from one of our resident Community Managers, Gustavo: Soul Survival is a great mode if you want to make some extra dollars. You can get Hunters and equipment for free, and even if you die then you still earn some Hunt Dollars. You can always recruit Free Hunters in Bounty Hunt. Every free Hunter comes with a contraband First Aid Kit and Melee weapon, so no need to buy them twice. Even if you don't plan to use the Hunter, you can still take their equipment...

Developer Insight - Temporary Measures to High Ping Separation

by Cry_Ari

{STEAM_CLAN_IMAGE}/30897473/07f72cd85466f74faffe561322537344ec46b7c1.jpg Hunters, Today we wanted to share an update around the high ping separation for matchmaking that we began trialing back in March. This system was always intended to develop over time as we observed the impact of our changes and worked to refine them, and recently you may have noticed there have been some issues with recent iterations. We wanted to share some insights into what changes we have made so far, as well as what the future looks like for matchmaking. We can confirm that we have made the decision to temporarily disable the current ping limit system within matchmaking. We are looking to restore an updated version as soon as possible. While we cannot give an exact timeframe at the moment, we are investigating fixes for this issue as a priority. We found that the ping separation system in place inadvertently created an issue where players who would normally have high ping were still able to enter into matchma...

Last of the Herd DLC – Out Now!

by Cry_AleaS

{STEAM_CLAN_IMAGE}/30897473/182a151241468b7e81068aaa98cea12352027497.jpg Last of the Herd DLC – Out Now! This DLC includes: Plains Warden (Hunter) 💀 Herd Thinner (Hunting Bow) 🏹 Bison’s Leg (Centennial Shorty) 🔫 Thunderbird’s Cry (Dynamite Bundle) 💥 Available now - https://store.steampowered.com/app/3415590/Hunt_Showdown_1896__Last_of_the_Herd

The Last of the Herd DLC – Wishlist Now!

by CRY_IM

{STEAM_CLAN_IMAGE}/30897473/a057159a277277a05c2a98054adff1358a393206.jpg Wishlist the Last of the Herd DLC now! A legacy written in dust and blood. The trail ends soon—make sure you're ready when the last of them rides again. https://store.steampowered.com/app/3415590/Hunt_Showdown_1896__Last_of_the_Herd/ 👉 Add it to your wishlist now on Steam and don’t miss the release.

Update 2.3.0.1 Now Live

by CRY_IM

{STEAM_CLAN_IMAGE}/30897473/2e5cbf9d2e5c2e0fedd0d48ce17686543c0d1795.jpg Hunters, Below you will find the changes in Update 2.3.0.1. Happy hunting! {STEAM_CLAN_IMAGE}/30897473/b61e276a257691e3f5ff0f1e03717829ee3ae6a3.png Fixed an issue that was causing increased UI loading times Fixed an issue where the "Supply Tour" achievement does not unlock for some players in Lawson Delta Fixed an issue where Skull Taker's straw ornaments were glitching or jittering in lobby or during gameplay Fixed an issue where stopping the bleeding and burning did not immediately work Fixed an issue where certain pistols equip speeds were inconsistent with others in the arsenal. The following weapons should now be consistent with other pistols: Scottfield Family New Army Family Sparks Pistol Family LeMat Pistol Haymaker Fixed an issue where the map could no longer be zoomed in using a controller Fixed an issue where the background and Hunter disappear from the “My Active Roster” screen if the player switches t...

Server Downtime — 09:00 CET, 10 April

by CRY_IM

{STEAM_CLAN_IMAGE}/30897473/5856ab5f29bec5be012e5c608d84578542f5746f.png Hunters,  The Live Servers will be taken offline tomorrow, April 10th at 09:00 CET to deploy Update 2.3.0.1. This update includes several important fix, including a fix for the issue causing increased loading times in the UI. Est. Downtime ~3 hours. Below you will find the list of changes that are coming with this update. {STEAM_CLAN_IMAGE}/30897473/b61e276a257691e3f5ff0f1e03717829ee3ae6a3.png Fixed an issue that was causing increased UI loading times Fixed an issue where the "Supply Tour" achievement does not unlock for some players in Lawson Delta Fixed an issue where Skull Taker's straw ornaments were glitching or jittering in lobby or during gameplay Fixed an issue where stopping the bleeding and burning did not immediately work Fixed an issue where certain pistols equip speeds were inconsistent with others in the arsenal. The following weapons should now be consistent with other pistols: Scottfield Family New...

Gameplay Livestream - Garden of the Witch #2

by Cry_Ari

{STEAM_CLAN_IMAGE}/30897473/2de06500085a756f0cc00426ffd262f7d1d6463a.png We’re LIVE with the Community Team for a Garden of the Witch gameplay stream! Tune in now for: 🎁 Loads of DLC giveaways 💬 Chat and chaos with the team 📺 Watch at https://www.twitch.tv/crytek

The Book of Weapons Arrives to Mythos

by CRY_IM

{STEAM_CLAN_IMAGE}/30897473/ca8c3b44e62085ecf11406a38cec89838e7e2af1.jpg Today we are thrilled to announce the addition of all legacy Book of Weapons text to Mythos, Hunt: Showdown 1896’s online lore hub.   The Book of Weapons shines a shaky light on the darkest spider-webbed corners of the Corruption, exploring terrible ways the Sculptor’s influence can assert itself over the softest tissues of our minds. The alleged truths revealed in each story are something that, much like the cold terror that grips the hearts of the bayou and gulch, are more often felt than seen.   Tell me, Hunter, when you are reading of the time Lynch conducted a grisly ritual to formulate the inoculation, do you believe every word, or do you hold tight to the presence of potential falsehoods?  When you recount the story of how Mara Cranston discovered her familial tie to the Meathead, does it make you wonder how far the Corruption can seep into our minds, our bodies, our very souls? Or does it leave you under t...

New Merch - Garden of the Witch

by Cry_Ari

{STEAM_CLAN_IMAGE}/30897473/98190d7e477ed2a7ae24013ab7ee172cf3233e9c.jpg May even the thorniest hearts find healing in the embrace of our newest merchandise, featuring a designed inspired by Garden of the Witch.🌹🫀 🛒 Secure yours today: 🇺🇸 : https://www.amazon.com/dp/B0F2JFGC3T 🇩🇪 : https://www.amazon.de/dp/B0F2JD9J2F

DLC Dead Man’s Cut Out Now!

by CRY_IM

{STEAM_CLAN_IMAGE}/30897473/8d27f27eb3aa536aae34bf5c6d36a42fa6ee47ca.jpg Step into the unknown with Dead Man’s Cut, now available! This DLC introduces a new Hunter and three deadly new Skins: 💀 Crossroads Walker (Hunter) 🔫 Carrion’s Call (Rival 78) 🔗 Grave Filler (Conversion Chain Pistol) 🩸 Taste of Midnight (Antidote Shot) Get Dead Man’s Cut with 10% launch discount on Steam now: https://store.steampowered.com/app/3282900/Hunt_Showdown_1896__Dead_Mans_Cut/

'We want to increase the cost of silence': Hunt: Showdown 1896's latest update brings a new event, a massive list of bugfixes and a tougher challenge for stealthy players

by Rick Lane

Here's a double-barreled blast of news for Hunt: Showdown fans. Crytek just launched a massive patch for its grungy Victorian extraction shooter, which scatters an array of adjustments across most of the game and provides a long list of bug-fixes to boot. This coincides with the launch of a brand new in-game event that brings event-exclusive character traits and a whole new type of supply point... Read more.