Competitive first person bounty hunting game
Hunt: Showdown: 1896 is a paid first person PVP bounty hunting game developed by Crytek. Previously known as Hunt: Horrors of the Gilded Age, you will assume the role of a bounty hunter navigating the swampy Louisiana landscape. To amass wealth, hunters must confront and eliminate monstrous creatures and other players.
Hunt: Showdown 1896 is filled with swamps and monster-infested lands where hunters with bounties on their heads stalk each other. To counter these threats, activate Dark Sight, highlighting monsters and targets for easier identification. However, Hunt: Showdown is a survival game, so constant vigilance is key in reaching the end.
A special event with Post Malone
Hunt: Showdown: 1896’s "Murder Circus" event is a collaboration with Post Malone from Dec 12, 2024 to Feb 10, 2025. Play as him and defeat a troupe of murderous clowns. This limited-time event also has a circus-themed compound, sideshow booths, and scary attractions. You could also acquire exclusive weapons and skins, compete in Bounty Clash mode, and participate in a race to the Shredder, while facing a new enemy: Ursa Mortis.
Experience the thrill of the circus in this action-packed game on Steam, Xbox Series X/S, and PlayStation 5. Players can spend in-game currency on upgrades, and defeat enemies for bonus rewards.
Be the best bounty hunter
The game features familiar controls, though the realistic gunplay, with bullet travel time and manual reloading, presents a unique challenge. Ammo management is crucial, forcing you to prioritize accuracy and consider alternative takedown methods like melee combat or explosives. Ammo in this game is very scarce, unlike other games, this doesn’t provide you with many bullets. It also excels in atmosphere, with its good soundtrack and graphics creating an immersive experience.
The game features Mammon's Gulch, a Colorado-inspired biome with challenging terrain, dense forests, and expansive mines. This map features 16 unique locations, including the Terminus Railyard and Grizzly Lodge, offering valuable clues. The introduction of wildlife adds a touch of realism, though their role remains to be seen. Beyond the new map, improvements include refined gunplay mechanics. Ballistics now accounts for bullet drop, and a new crosshair option enhances aim control.
Improved gaming UI and issues
The game's UI has also undergone a significant overhaul, improving navigation and accessibility across platforms. However, this game will only run well on newer hardware because of its extensive graphics-heavy utilization. The game also has some glitches reported by players, in some parts of a map, people can clip through it and die due to falling out of bounds. Thankfully, the developers constantly release updates to patch these bug problems.
A refreshing twist on the PVP genre
Hunt: Showdown 1896 is a challenging PvPvE bounty hunting game with a unique atmosphere. The game excels in realistic gunplay, requiring careful ammo management and strategic decision-making. However, the demanding system requirements and occasional glitches can be a deterrent to some people wanting to try this. Nonetheless, the ongoing "Murder Circus" collaboration with Post Malone with its circus themed map, enemies, and the chance to play as him is truly enjoyable.
