Way of the Hunter News

[p]With Update 1.30, Way of the Hunter welcomes a new addition to its lineup of authentic, real-world firearm brands. Authenticity matters in our game, and bringing real, trusted brands into the game is a key part of that experience. We’re proud to welcome STRASSER, recognised for reliable, well-crafted rifles. For decades, the STRASSER family business has been manufacturing essential components for hunting and sporting firearms for world-renowned brands. Parts produced at STRASSER’s facility in Eugendorf, near Salzburg, Austria, have even accompanied the European space rocket Ariane into space.[/p][p][/p][p][dynamiclink][/dynamiclink][/p][p]But above all, the Strassers and their gunsmiths are passionate hunters and have their fingers on the pulse of the industry.  [/p][p][/p][p]STRASSER has set an important milestone and in the history of hunting rifles with the trend-setting straight pull system. The safe and accurate design and ergonomic operating functions make STRASSER straight-pull rifles a reliable companion for hunters and sports marksmen. It’s on these strong foundations that the STRASSER legacy is built.
[/p][h3]Watch the new trailer here:[/h3][previewyoutube][/previewyoutube][h3]Included in the STRASSER Pack DLC: [/h3][p][/p][p]Strasser RS 700 XRS Chassis[/p][p]Combine STRASSER’s „Passionate Innovation“ with the Remington 700 design, and the result is the first STRASSER 700 straight-pull-action, the RS 700. The Strasser RS 700 XRS chassis comes standard with high-quality XRS stock, an adjustable cheek piece and an integrated M-Lok rail in the forearm.  [/p][p]Caliber: .308 Win[/p][p][/p][p]Strasser RS 14 Evolution[/p][p]STRASSER RS 14 Evolution is the leading straight-pull bolt-action rifle of its class. Made in Austria with the highest standards in quality, it features a fixed barrel in addition to the benefits of the STRASSER RS straight-pull system, making it unmatched when it comes to safety, precision and speed. The RS 14 Evolution comes with a laminated thumb hole wood stock and an integrated M-Lok rail in the forearm, flanked by black side plates.[/p][p]Caliber: 7MM PRC  

[/p][p]The STRASSER Pack DLC is available now at an SRP of €2.99 / $2.99. The base game is required to play the DLC. [/p][p][/p][p][dynamiclink][/dynamiclink][/p][h3]Version 1.30 (Build: 172812) patch notes:[/h3][p] Added:[/p]

• [p]DLC STRASSER Pack:[/p]
  • [p]Strasser RS 700 XRS Chassis[/p]
  • [p]Strasser RS 14 Evolution[/p]

[p]Tweaked:[/p]

• [p]Tweaked: Increased spook distance for Merriam’s turkeys to better match real-life behaviour and hunting conditions[/p]

[p]Fixed:[/p]

• [p]Incorrect turkey subspecies name (all localizations)[/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]Hi hunters,[/p][p]After Update 1.29.1 went live, many of you reported issues that needed our immediate attention. Some players experienced certain herds losing their genetic potential after loading a save, with a few habitats affected more heavily than others. For those impacted — we’re genuinely sorry.[/p][p]The addition of turkeys in 1.29.1 unexpectedly put pressure on parts of the herd-management logic, which caused some herds to break and trigger resets. That one’s on us, and we’re truly sorry for the frustration it caused. Over the past two days, we’ve been digging into the issue, and the hotfix for Update 1.29.1 is now available on PC. [/p][p][/p][h3]Hotfix for Update 1.29.1 - Breakdown:[/h3]

• [p]Corrects the English name for Merriam’s turkey (other localizations will be fixed in an upcoming update).[/p]
• [p]Resolves an issue where Mule deer near the lodge could spawn in unusually high numbers.[/p]
• [p]Stops the herd-genetics reset from happening going forward.[/p]
• [p]Protects save files for anyone who had not loaded the game after Update 1.29.1. If you backed up your save or hadn’t launched the game yet, your herds should remain intact.[/p]

[p]We want you to know that we’re still actively investigating the issue. Today’s hotfix focuses on preventing any further progression loss while we continue looking into the issue.[/p][p][/p][h3](Steam) Version 1.29.1 (Build: 172536) patch notes:[/h3]

• [p]Fixed: An issue where certain herds would lose their genetic potential after loading a game.[/p]
• [p]Fixed: Mule deer near the lodge spawning in unusually large herd sizes.[/p]
• [p]Fixed: The turkey’s subspecies incorrect name in English localization (more localizations are on the way).[/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]Thank you for bearing with us![/p]

[p]Turkey season is here! Maybe you’re already thinking about Thanksgiving - the stuffing, the pies, the turkey. But before you ruffle its feathers, the long-requested turkey has officially arrived in Way of the Hunter, free for all players. Right now, they might be easy to catch (after all, we want everyone to have a turkey on their plate for Thanksgiving dinner!), but rest assured, they will be harder to hunt after the holidays.
[/p][p][/p][p][/p][p]Update 1.29.1 is now available on all platforms, bringing a small focused patch, adding turkeys to Nez Perce Valley & Matariki Park. Find their need zones to unlock more details in the in-game encyclopedia.[/p][p][/p][h3]Version 1.29.1 (Build: 171546) patch notes:[/h3]

• [p]Added: Turkeys to Nez Perce Valley, Matariki Park[/p]
• [p]Note: The turkey’s subspecies name is currently incorrect and will be updated soon[/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 - thank you.[/p][p][/p][p]Happy Thanksgiving and good 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]Someone said turkeys? One of the most requested additions to Way of the Hunter is arriving tomorrow, November 25, 2025! Our content creators had early access to the build over the weekend, and starting today, you can catch the first look at turkeys in their videos.
[/p][p][/p][p]To kick things off, check out ronMctube’s early showcase here: [/p][p][dynamiclink][/dynamiclink][/p][p]You can watch more from your favourite creators on YouTube.[/p]

[p]Soon, we will share a glimpse of the future. Then, we’ll introduce something new to hunt, and something new to hunt with. Here’s a peek at what’s ahead. 👀
[/p][p]Upcoming:
1. A glimpse of the future
2. Something to hunt
3. Something to hunt with
4. Somewhere to hunt
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