Way of the Hunter 2 News

Who's a Good Boy? Man's Best Friends Joins Your Hunting Adventures in Way of the Hunter 2

Bratislava, Slovakia / Vienna, Austria - January 29th, 2026: The time has come to lift the curtain on Way of the Hunter 2, formerly known as Next Hunting Adventure. The next evolution of hunting simulations is built on a brand-new technical foundation and is designed to deliver the ultimate hunting game experience for years to come.

Developed by Nine Rocks Games, Way of the Hunter 2 introduces a loyal hunting companion to aid you on your hunts. Your dog is the perfect tracker, helping you locate animal signs or follow the trails of fleeing animals. Through constant training and exercise, your companion will improve over time, learning to reliably respond to your commands — becoming not only an invaluable tool in the field, but also your trusted adventure buddy.

Check out the Way of the Hunter 2 trailer on YouTube: https://youtu.be/72GnK2phxN4
The first hunting ground in Way of the Hunter 2 is set in the vast Canadian wilderness, home to big game such as moose, elk, bears, and bison, as well as smaller animals like rabbits, turkeys, and a variety of other bird species. As the new hunter in town, the game’s story takes you across two breathtaking environments, where you’ll assist a local warden in investigating unusual behavior within the moose population.

A vastly improved bullet camera allows you to analyze each shot in detail, helping you refine your technique and achieve the perfect shot. The new Hunting Lodge serves as a central hub where you can showcase your trophies, unlock important upgrades, and plan your next adventures. Each territory features its own unique lodge, allowing you to visualize your achievements across every hunting ground.

Authenticity is essential for any simulation. Way of the Hunter 2 features gear from more than 10 real-world brand partners, ranging from hunting rifles and high-tech equipment to apparel, delivering a deeply immersive and realistic hunting experience. If you’re looking for the ultimate hunting simulation, wishlist Way of the Hunter 2 today to make sure you don’t miss any upcoming updates. While we’re not ready to talk about the “when” just yet, Way of the Hunter 2 might be closer than you think - stay tuned.

Wishlist Way of the Hunter 2 on Steam now: https://store.steampowered.com/app/2543830/
More info about Way of the Hunter 2:
Website: https://wayofthehunter2.thqnordic.com
Discord: https://discord.gg/wayofthehunter

Enjoy & stay tuned!

[p]Long time no see, Hunters! [/p][p]We’ve been quiet for a while, focused on the development of Way of the Hunter 2. Now, we’re ready to invite you in. Before we start talking about the new hunting game in detail, we want to build it together with player feedback at the core. That’s why we’re opening applications for a closed beta gameplay test - a small, focused test with players from our community who care about hunting games and thoughtful feedback.[/p][p]This is not a marketing demo. It’s a work-in-progress development build, and your feedback will directly help shape what comes next.[/p][p][/p][p][/p][h3]What you’ll experience[/h3][p]If selected, you’ll get hands-on access to an early build featuring:[/p]

• [p]Early gameplay from our next open-world hunting game Way of the Hunter 2[/p]
• [p]NPC-driven story missions[/p]
• [p]Your hunting dog companion[/p]
• [p]New equipment systems still in development[/p]

[p]We’re looking for players who enjoy hunting games and immersive open worlds and are willing to share honest, constructive feedback. To keep the test focused and meaningful, we’ll handpick a limited number of participants from the applications. Selected players will receive an email with access details and instructions. The test will run for a limited time, with free play during the test period and direct feedback channels to the team.[/p][p][/p][h3]Important notes[/h3]

• [p]The closed beta is PC (Steam) only.[/p]
• [p]A Non-Disclosure Agreement (NDA) is required, which is why all participants need to be 18+.[/p]
• [p]Slots are limited, and not all applicants will be selected.[/p][p][/p]

[h3]Want to join?[/h3][p]If you’d like to help shape the future of Way of the Hunter 2 - APPLY HERE.[/p][p][/p][p]The application includes questions about your PC hardware, basic information required for the NDA (country of residence and date of birth), and why you’d like to take part in the closed beta.[/p][p][/p][p]Thanks for sticking with us, we’re excited to head into the wild together![/p]