Hunt Showdown 1896 Release Date

Crytek's first-person western extraction shooter, Hunt: Showdown, is set to enter a new chapter with the release of Hunt: Showdown 1896. This update introduces the Mammon’s Gulch map, situated in the picturesque Rocky Mountains, alongside various quality-of-life enhancements aimed at improving the gaming experience.

As fans eagerly anticipate the release of this update on August 15, those jumping into Hunt: Showdown 1896 can expect a range of new features and improvements designed to elevate gameplay to new heights. Whether battling in the rugged terrain of the Rockies or exploring the upgraded mechanics, players are in for an exciting adventure.

When is the Hunt Showdown 1896 release date?

Hunt Showdown 1896 is set for release on August 15 for PC, PS5, and Xbox Series X/S. The upgrade utilizes CryEngine 5.11, necessitating the exclusion of last-gen consoles. The new map, Mammon’s Gulch, introduces players to the rugged terrain of Colorado’s brown rocky mountains, different from the original Louisiana swamps. The map stands out with its enhanced verticality, featuring mountain areas linked by dungeon-like mines. From picturesque waterfalls to old, deserted mining towns, Hunt Showdown 1896 presents an expansive and diverse environment for players to explore and conquer.

What to Expect from Hunt Showdown 1896

Hunt Showdown 1896 introduces the thrilling Mammon’s Gulch map, which boasts 16 distinct compounds. These include:

Blackthorn Stockyard
Monteros Malt
Terminus Railyard
Grizzly Lodge
O’Donovan Stone
Split River Mill
East Mountain Corn
Deadfall Timber
La Plata Mine
Oro Gordo Mine
Machine Gorge
Kingfisher Foundry
Graystone Pit
The Gasworks
Preston Oil
Miner’s Folly

Alongside the new map, the update will bring several technical improvements to enhance the gameplay experience. The existing maps will also receive updates in a post-launch release. Importantly, this update will be offered free of charge to all players, regardless of whether they play on previous generation consoles.