Way of the Hunter News

[p]Update 1.27 is now available on all platforms and introduces a brand-new night vision scope, a complete overhaul of the HUD customization options, and the paid Night Hunting Pack DLC, featuring four advanced optics designed for low-light conditions, adding quality and versatility to your nighttime hunting expeditions.
[/p][h2]When the Sun Sets, the Hunt Begins — Night Hunting Pack DLC is Available Now!
[/h2][p]The Night Hunting Pack DLC includes a powerful set of digital optics designed to support stealth, visibility, and long-range accuracy during the darkest hunting conditions. The pack is part of Update 1.27 and is sold separately from the base game at an SRP of €4.99 / $4.99. The base game is required to play the DLC. Way of the Hunter is available for PC, PlayStation®5, and Xbox Series X|S at an SRP of $39.99 / €39.99. [/p][p][/p][p][dynamiclink][/dynamiclink][dynamiclink][/dynamiclink][/p][h3]Watch the new trailer here:[/h3][previewyoutube][/previewyoutube][p][/p][h2]What’s in the Night Hunting Pack DLC
[/h2][p]Overgaard Night Hawk 4-16x Binoculars Designed for serious hunters who demand reliable gear, these high-quality night vision binoculars feature a 4–16x magnification range. With crisp black-and-white night vision, they help you identify movement and terrain detail even in challenging light conditions.
[/p][p]Overgaard Night Stalker 5-15x Rifle Scope An adaptable digital riflescope tailored for medium to long-range use. Built for precision in pitch-black environments, it delivers a clear visual with variable magnification. Its high-resolution sensor gives you the advantage when lining up shots during late-night hunts.
[/p][p]ZOOMXD Blackout-NV Collimator A close-range digital collimator built for instinctive aiming and situational awareness in low-light scenarios. While compact and fast to deploy, it offers fixed magnification and a clean digital overlay. Ideal for close-quarters hunts where reaction time is critical.
[/p][p]ZOOMXD ShadowView 1-5x Crossbow Scope Crafted for crossbow hunters, this scope excels in low-light conditions - from deep woods to the twilight edge. With a 25mm objective lens for precise targeting, it’s built to keep you accurate when visibility is at its worst.[/p][p][/p][p][/p][p]Update 1.27 is now available for all players, even if you don’t own the Night Hunting Pack DLC.[/p][p][/p][p]Overgaard Night Stalker 3-9x Rifle Scope [/p][p]This free night vision scope is available to all players via in-game money from the in-game store. Lightweight, versatile, and perfect for entry-level night hunts.[/p][p][/p][p]Reworked HUD Customization [/p][p]You asked, we delivered! The HUD system now features four global presets and complete control over individual elements:[/p]

• [p]Fully Visible: Everything is always on screen.[/p]
• [p]Dynamic: HUD elements appear during interactions and fade out after 4 seconds (with an exception to Tutorials and Mission Information HUD elements).[/p]
• [p]Immersive: No HUD at all for complete immersion.[/p]
• [p]Custom: Fine-tune each HUD element separately to your liking.[/p]

[p]When you start adjusting individual elements, your global preset will automatically switch to "Custom" so you can create your perfect setup. Note: This update resets your HUD elements to default (Fully Visible). If you set the Mission Information to your custom preset and turn it OFF, you can still toggle its visibility at any time using the “O” key.[/p][p]For new players, once you’ve completed the tutorial missions in Nez Perce Valley, you’ll have full access to customize the HUD elements to fit your playstyle.[/p][p][/p][h2]Version 1.27 (Build: 152712) patch notes:[/h2][p]Added:[/p]

• [p]DLC Night Hunting Pack:[/p]
  • [p]Overgaard Night Hawk 4-16x Binoculars[/p]
  • [p]Overgaard Night Stalker 5-15x Rifle Scope[/p]
  • [p]ZOOMXD Blackout-NV Collimator[/p]
  • [p]ZOOMXD ShadowView 1-5x Crossbow Scope[/p]
• [p]Free night vision scope:[/p]
  • [p]Overgaard Night Stalker 3-9x Rifle Scope[/p]

[p]Tweaked:[/p]

• [p]HUD settings:[/p]
  • [p]Fully Visible: Everything is always on the screen.[/p]
  • [p]Dynamic: HUD elements appear during interactions and fade out after 4 seconds.[/p]
  • [p]Immersive: No HUD at all for complete realism.[/p]
  • [p]Custom: Fine-tune every single HUD element to your liking.[/p]

[p]Fixed:[/p]

• [p]Minor environmental issues in Transylvania, Nez Perce Valley, Aurora Shores[/p]
• [p]Occasional crashes triggered by blood origin markers during unlucky kills[/p]

[p][/p][p]We will be grateful for any and all feedback and bug reports via THQ Nordic Redmine - when creating a ticket, please make sure that you enter the correct version of the game. [/p][p][/p][p]Thank you, and happy hunting![/p][p][/p][p]More info:[/p][p]Get the game here: https://thqn.net/woth-steam[/p][p]Website: http://wayofthehunter.com [/p][p]Discord: https://discord.gg/wayofthehunter [/p][p][/p][p][/p]

[p]Way of the Hunter has officially crossed 1 million copies sold. From impactful updates[/p][p]to community-driven tweaks, your feedback has shaped us since 2022. And we’re[/p][p]excited to share what’s next: the Night Hunting Pack DLC.[/p][p][/p][h3]1 Million Copies Sold, 1 Million Hunters! [/h3][p][/p][p]We’re thrilled to celebrate a meaningful milestone: Way of the Hunter has sold over 1 million[/p][p]copies. Since our launch in August 2022, this isn’t just a number, it’s a clear sign of your[/p][p]support and something we’re genuinely proud of.[/p][p][/p][p][/p][p][/p][p]Whether you joined on day one or started exploring just last week, this journey has been[/p][p]built together with you, your passion, your feedback, and your continued belief in what we’re[/p][p]creating.[/p][p][/p][h3]Shaped by the Hunt, Guided by You[/h3][p][/p][p]From the beginning, our vision for Way of the Hunter was to create a space where ethical,[/p][p]immersive hunting could be experienced in its purest form. In the early weeks and months,[/p][p]your feedback led to rapid, targeted updates.[/p][p][/p][p]Over time, we introduced big expansions that opened up entirely new regions - from the[/p][p]tranquil mountains of Aurora Shores, to the savannas of Tikamoon Plains, the waterfalls of[/p][p]Matariki Park, and the Nordic wilds of Lintukoto Reserve. These maps brought new[/p][p]ecosystems and species, richer stories, and more complex systems.[/p][p][/p][p][/p][p]Alongside that, we partnered with trusted brands to bring you a wide array of realistic gear -[/p][p]from firearms and ammunition to optics, archery, hunting gear, and vehicles. Whether[/p][p]through paid DLC or free update, each addition was rooted in real-world performance and[/p][p]then carefully refined, including based on your input.[/p][p]With every update and expansion, we developed the experience further: introducing rare fur[/p][p]variations, expanded taxidermy options, character selection, more diverse animal behavior[/p][p](yes, even charging!), and highly requested features like ammo changes and herd fitness[/p][p]management.[/p][p][/p][p]We've also made some mistakes, but we have always tried to address them as quickly as[/p][p]we could. We are constantly evaluating what works and what we can and will try to improve[/p][p]in the future. Most importantly, we want to stay rooted in what hunting truly means: respect[/p][p]for nature, attention to detail, and the thrill of the moment.[/p][p][/p][p][/p][p]So, to every player who shared a thought, filed a bug, posted a clip, or simply spent hours[/p][p]exploring our wild reserves, thank you. You've helped guide this game every step of the way.[/p][p]And we’re not done yet.[/p][p][/p][p]
One of the most-requested features since launch has been the ability to hunt at night, and[/p][p]we’ve taken our time with it to make sure it feels just right. The upcoming Night Hunting Pack[/p][p]DLC adds a new dimension to your hunts, focused on the unique challenges and quiet[/p][p]intensity of nighttime in the wild.[/p][p][/p][p]With specialized tools and carefully designed systems, this new experience will truly make[/p][p]night hunting feel distinct and immersive.[/p][p][/p][p] [/p][p]The Night Hunting Pack DLC arrives on June 11, 2025. Our trusted Content Creators had[/p][p]early access to the update, so be sure to tune in to catch an early look at everything the[/p][p]Night Hunting Pack has to offer!
[/p][p]Thanks for being part of this milestone. See you out there, hunters - day or night.[/p]

[p]The Strawberry Moon, the full moon of June, will rise on Wednesday, June 11, 2025. But that’s not the only thing lighting up the night. It also marks the arrival of our next update. More details soon.[/p][p][/p][p][/p]

Thanks to everyone who took part in the contest. We had a lot of solid entries, and our internal jury has selected the Top 5 winners. It wasn’t an easy choice, and we appreciate the time and effort you all put in.

Top 5 Winners:

• Nexus_Flako


• RightNLeft


• Emginie


• Tastypants


• Pavlienko2014


Nice work to those who managed to spot some nice White-tailed deer racks — well done. We’ll be getting in touch with the winners soon via email.

Have a good weekend, everyone!

Hello Hunters, we’ve got some exciting news to share with you today!

First things first — we’re currently working on a smaller DLC that’s planned for release soon. While we’re not ready to reveal the details just yet, we wanted to let you know that something new is on the horizon.

In the meantime, this is a great moment to remind you about our ongoing Screenshot Contest 2025! 🦌 Your mission: capture the best antlers of a White-tailed deer in Way of the Hunter. The contest is open until May 20th.

🎁 Prizes? Winners will receive a key for the base game, or DLC of your choice — YEP, EVEN THE UPCOMING ONE, once it's live!

Ready to enter? Full contest details and how to submit your entry can be found HERE.



Good luck, and happy hunting!