Hunt: Showdown 1896

Hunt: Showdown 1896

Released Aug 2019

Hunt: Showdown 1896 is the brutally rewarding extraction shooter. Track twisted monsters and overcome ruthless PvP. Take bounties in corrupted backwaters lost to history. With a team, you might survive. Die with nothing or get out with everything.

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Live Service
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Released, ongoing live service game
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Live Service

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Evaluation

Hunt: Showdown 1896 is a fully launched, actively operated live service extraction shooter by Crytek with no signs of slowing down. The game has maintained a relentless content cadence since its 2019 release. As of today (August 14, 2026), the game is in the middle of Chapter 3 of the "Road to Hell" event, which went live on August 5, 2026. Chapter 3 introduced new Legacy Chronicle cosmetics, a new Confiscated Cargo Crate mechanic, Crashed Balloon points of interest, and scheduled weekend community events running through early September 2026. A developer insight post was published on August 11, 2026 discussing the historical research behind the event, indicating continued active engagement from the team. The broader "Road to Hell" arc launched with Update 2.8 on June 9, 2026, which brought a major Inventory Slot Rework, new weapons, the Stronghold event compound, and a narrative storyline about the 26th Regiment. Chapter 2 followed on July 2, 2026 with new Cargo Balloon mechanics and additional Story Challenges. A new cosmetic DLC ("Twice a Renegade") shipped on July 7, 2026, and the most recent DLC in the store listing was released on July 2, 2026. The DLC catalog now contains 77 released items, with releases continuing at a pace of roughly several new packs per month. Major named updates have followed a consistent quarterly cadence (Update 2.6 in late 2025, Update 2.7 in early 2026, Update 2.8 in June 2026). The store description explicitly references "fresh changes every season," confirming this game is designed to evolve continuously rather than reach a finished state.
Evidence
Road to Hell Chapter 3 launched with new Legacy Chronicle cosmetics, Confiscated Cargo Crate mechanic, Crashed Balloon POIs, and scheduled weekend events running through September 7, 2026
news post · Aug 5, 2026 source development ongoing
high
Chapter 3 roadmap published two days before launch, outlining upcoming content for the final leg of Road to Hell
news post · Aug 3, 2026 source content planned
high

Content

82 of 82 released · no outstanding content

Media

Details

Developer
Publisher
Crytek
Achievements
36
Platform
Windows
Controller
full support
Steam Deck
Playable
Players
Multiplayer · Co-op · PvP

About this game


Discover the possibilities of our arsenal, with weapons, gear, and abilities that are equal parts authentic and creative. Explore different tactical approaches to any situation, whether you’re setting an ambush or taking back the initiative. Build your own unique loadouts that match your playstyle. From Beetles to Tarot Cards, there’s a tool for every job. Lightweight inventory management keeps you focused on the game rather than your backpack. Survive and level up your Hunter. But don’t get complacent, as even the best gear won’t save you. Combat is balanced so that everyone has a fair chance.

The world has teeth. Experience ravaged landscapes and twisted monstrosities deep in the forgotten corners of the American West. With four massive maps, transformative weather conditions, and fresh changes every season, you’ll always have something new to see. Whether you’re outrunning a wildfire or stalking under the cover of heavy rain, make no mistake: From Mammon’s Gulch to Lawson Delta, the Corruption has seeped into everything.


Rely on your ears just as much as your eyes. Sound is vital: the warning cries of nearby monsters. Dogs barking in the distance at enemy Hunters on your trail. The metallic clinks of a weapon being reloaded in the other room. From creaking floorboards to snapping twigs, every sound could make the difference between survival and disaster. So, watch where you step. Hold your fire when you can. And if you find your ears are left wanting more, listen to the haunting melodies of Port Sulphur Band, exclusive to Hunt: Showdown 1896.

Danger lurks around every corner. The dead have risen and are hungry, but rival players are the deadlier threat. The gunshots will close in from every direction. Every Hunter is competing for the same prize, which turns every match into a deadly showdown. When you finally make contact, ride the adrenaline rush. Every second matters, every bullet counts, and the smallest decisions will seal your fate. The biggest risks for the highest rewards.


Trust is survival. Choose your team wisely as another pair of eyes can be the difference between life and death. Share your triumph in duos or trios. When you’re ready, take the challenge hunting solo. Relish your hard-earned victories, it’s taking the bounty that matters. Whether your match ended in a haul of loot or the cold embrace of death, know your fellow Hunters have walked that same line. As they say, Hunt Giveth or Hunt Taketh.

Express the way you play. Recruit from a diverse roster of Hunters, including Wild West gunslingers, twisted fanatics, and legendary warriors from further afield. Arm them with an array of distinctive weapons, from exquisite firearms to brutal, improvised hammers. With hundreds of unlocks and customizations beyond your Hunter and gear, no one will Hunt quite like you.

Last evaluated Aug 14, 2026
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