Publisher THQ Nordic and developer Nine Rocks Games announced that "Way of the Hunter 2" will end Early Access and launch officially on September 29, available on PC via Steam, PS5, and Xbox Series X/S.
"Way of the Hunter 2" entered Early Access on March 26, 2026, receiving "Mostly Positive" reviews on Steam.
About This Game
Explore the vast outdoors of Africa and North America in this open-world hunting game.
Experience the thrill of hunting and observe the various magical wild animals roaming the wilderness. Hunt and display large animals such as moose, elk, bears, and bison in North America, as well as small game like rabbits, turkeys, and various birds. Head to Africa to hunt the fiercest and most abundant species yet, including massive hippos, thundering wildebeest, stealthy lions, and dangerous Nile crocodiles.
As a well-crafted hunting game, "Way of the Hunter 2" aims to become the most realistic and advanced virtual hunting experience in the world. Building on the previous game's experience, player feedback, and stable iterations, this title demonstrates excellent production quality, laying a solid foundation for future updates, expansion content, and long-term technical support.
As a new hunter just arriving in the area, you are hired to face a series of unique challenges—you will travel to two beautifully scenic and distinct regions, meeting several memorable NPCs. In New Laurentia, you will team up with an experienced Dog.exe trainer to help the former administrator unravel the mystery behind the abnormal behavior of the local moose population.
In the Kirima Reserve, you'll work for Hess-Hunt, supporting a renowned local safari guide, meeting an eccentric archery trainer, and trying to recruit a retired legendary hunter.
Features:
Hunting Dogs: Bring your loyal hunting companion to safeguard you while tracking prey. It can search for animal trails, locate bloodstains, and track wounded猎物. With consistent training and experience, your hunting Dog.exe will continue to grow and improve.
Shot Replay: Our upgraded bullet cam allows you to precisely analyze every shot. Examine key data such as ballistic trajectory, bullet velocity, shooting angle, and impact point—helping you master skills and achieve perfect shots every time.
Hunter's Lodge: Welcome to your personal adventure hub. Plan your next hunt, display hard-earned trophies, unlock powerful upgrades, and create your dream hunting paradise. Each map features its own lodge, styled to match the characteristics of the corresponding hunting region.
High-Tech Gear: Various advanced equipment helps sharpen your instincts; thermal night vision provides a more immersive hunting experience; advanced reserve monitoring measures help you better manage habitats.
Minimum Requirements:
Requires a 64-bit processor and operating system
OS: Windows 11
Processor: Ryzen 5 3600X / Core i5-9600K
Memory: 16 GB RAM
Graphics: RTX 2060/Radeon RX 5600 XT
DirectX Version: 12
Storage: 30 GB available space
Recommended Configuration:
Requires a 64-bit processor and operating system
OS: Windows 11
Processor: Ryzen 5 7600X / Core i5-14600K
Memory: 16GB
Graphics: GeForce RTX 4060 Ti / Radeon RX 7600 XT
DirectX Version: 12
Storage: 30 GB available space
