Folklore Hunter

Folklore Hunter

Released Jan 2026

You’re a world-renowned hunter of supernatural beasts. Track down urban legends from all over the world, set traps, solve disturbing puzzles, and defeat the beasts before you succumb to their otherworldly presence.

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Evaluation

Folklore Hunter launched out of Early Access on January 30, 2026, reaching its full 1.0 release after a development journey that began around 2020. The 1.0 release included a major new story hunt (Operation: BLACKWING featuring the Mothman), a new contract hunt, Steam Achievements, and extensive bug fixes and polish. Following launch, the developer shipped three feature patches (versions 1.0.2, 1.0.3, and 1.0.4) between January 31 and February 13, 2026. The last of these was posted on February 13, 2026, and no developer communication of any kind has appeared since that date. The key outstanding commitment comes from the October 23, 2025 announcement, which explicitly stated that versions for PlayStation 5, Xbox Series X|S, and Nintendo Switch "are also in development, set to launch later in 2026." As of October 8, 2026, the developer has not confirmed whether these console ports launched, were delayed, or were cancelled. The developer has been silent since February 13, 2026 — well past the point where a "later in 2026" commitment would ordinarily prompt some update or communication. This silence, combined with an unresolved announcement, makes the current status of these planned releases uncertain.
Evidence
Folklore Hunter 1.0 launched out of Early Access with new story hunt (Operation: BLACKWING / Mothman), new contract hunt, and Steam Achievements.
news post · Jan 30, 2026 source content shipped
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Developer announced console versions for PS5, Xbox Series X|S, and Nintendo Switch are in development, set to launch later in 2026.
news post · Oct 23, 2025 source content planned
high

Content

1 of 1 released · no outstanding content

Media

Details

Publisher
Liquid Donkey Games
Achievements
3
Platform
Windows
Controller
—
Steam Deck
Playable
Players
Single-player · Multiplayer · Co-op

About this game

Hunt through abandoned campsites, old watchtowers, cabins and cave systems. Explore in any direction you choose and survey the landscape to gain an upper hand in your hunts, for it might be wise to diverge from the beaten path…

Each hunt has its own fully handcrafted environment and story to tell. Discover clues, follow maps, solve puzzles, and survive harsh environments all while uncovering unspoken mysteries. 

Only the greatest supernatural hunters will stand a chance of slaying the beast. Many have tried, many have failed. You will need to use all your stops to win this battle of wills. Hunt smart.

Scavenge for extra ammo, cameras, traps, meat, and other helpful resources to assist with the hunt. An expert hunter will find a way to get the job done with the options presented to them.

Traps and cameras are a vital part of a supernatural hunter’s arsenal. Place them whenever, wherever, and however you like in order to have eyes anywhere on the map. But be careful, you never know what might be looking at you on the other end.

Play hunts and take contracts together with full online multiplayer co-op with an unlimited number of friends. Gather your hunting party, strategize together, and unlock the secrets of the forest with your friends.

Take what you have learned and gathered, then head back to the Fortress, where you can unlock and purchase new gear to help you in the next hunt. Be careful though, if you die in a hunt, you don't always bring everything back…

Even after discovering all the creatures Folklore Hunter has to offer, there is always someone out there willing to hire expert hunters for new jobs! Take a contract from the notice board at the Fortress and complete a randomized hunt where no two expeditions are the same.

Last evaluated Oct 8, 2026
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