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Hunt: Showdown 1896

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.

DEV: CrytekPUB: CrytekAppID 594650
UPDATE PULSEevery ~9d·last 17d ago·3 recent on record

Is Hunt: Showdown 1896 still being updated? — the short answer, with the evidence.

92.1
Excellent

Elixir Rating

73.7% of 279,538 Steam reviews are positive, which after adjusting for sample size gives a reception score of 73.5. The developers have shipped 12 substantial updates in the past six months, adding 18.6.

reception 73.5·support +18.6·Excellent

Computed from Steam’s own review tally and observable developer activity — never from anyone’s opinion of the game. How this is calculated

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Current price

$11.99$29.99−60%

Development

Actively supported

Last heard from developers

17 days ago

Usual rhythm

every ~1 days

Substantial updates (6 mo)

12

Current silence

17× normal

The developers post roughly every 1 days and were last heard 17 days ago — within their normal range. 12 substantial updates landed in the past six months, 7 of them major. It is currently 60% below its usual price.

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Our coverage

4 dispatches written from this game’s announcements

releaseSep 11, 2026

Hunt: Showdown 1896 Gets Sage of Joseon DLC

A new DLC pack has arrived for Hunt: Showdown 1896, centered on a hunter named Cho Byeong-hak — described as a relentless pursuer of threats to order, identifiable by his mask and gat.

What's included

  • Roaming Sage — the new Hunter
  • Cold Patience — an Uppercut variant
  • Yecheon's Treasure — a Hunting Bow
  • Tiger's Fury — a Dynamite Stick
  • Winged Purity — a Waxed Dynamite Stick
  • Additional unspecified items

The pack's visual and thematic framing draws from Joseon-era Korean culture, visible in the hunter's name, his ceremonial headwear, and the weapon names themselves.

For players who collect hunter cosmetics or prefer thematic weapon sets, the Sage of Joseon pack adds a distinct cultural aesthetic not previously represented in the roster.

patchSep 11, 2026

Hunt: Showdown 1896 Update 2.9 Adds Blood Moon Cycle and Burgess Shotgun

Hunt: Showdown 1896's Update 2.9, published September 8 2026, launches the Blood Testament event with two headline additions: a dynamic nighttime condition called Blood Moon and a new weapon family built around the Burgess shotgun.

What Changed

Blood Moon Time of Day

  • A new dynamic condition active in Incursion areas, cycling between two phases during a mission.
  • Intense Blood Moon: a storm builds, the moon breaks cover, monsters grow more aggressive and attack faster.
  • Dark Blood Moon: clouds obscure the moon, visibility drops, and monster behaviour returns to normal.
  • Both phases cast a red glow across the map; the effect intensifies when the moon clears the clouds.

New Weapon: The Burgess

  • A foldable, slide-action long-barrel shotgun occupying Weapon Capacity Size 3.
  • Carries a 6-round magazine; trades speed for bulk with long equip and unequip animations.
  • Compatible with the Bulletgrubber Trait to recover ejected live shells.
  • Supports five ammunition types: Basic, Dragon Breath, Flechette, Penny Shot, and Slugs.
  • Two variants ship alongside it: the Burgess Bayonet (melee attachment, even longer deploy animation) and the Burgess Trauma (reinforced stock that converts the heavy melee into a hammer strike).
  • All three variants unlock through the Battle Pass during Blood Testament and persist through Prestige; they transition to standard weapon progression once the event ends.

Other Changes

  • A new LeMat High Velocity custom ammo type arrives for the LeMat and LeMat Carbine lines, with distinct damage, muzzle velocity, drop range, recoil, and reserve values for each platform.
  • The Hunting Bow's one-hit kill range to the upper body at full draw has been reduced (source text cuts off before the full detail).

For players, the Blood Moon system in particular introduces a moment-to-moment tactical layer that didn't previously exist — the same Incursion plays differently depending on which phase is active.

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Recent Transmissions

30 entries in codex

Community AnnouncementsSep 18, 2026
Hotfix 2.9.0.3 | Blood Testament

Hunters, We heard your comments regarding some issues that arose since the release of 2.9, and we have deployed a hotfix to address them. This hotfix includes: - Blood Moon audio mix adjustments - Fixed the hip-fire horizontal sensitivity b…

Community AnnouncementsSep 17, 2026
New Dime Novel - Corruption's Cup

Some believe her to be an angel. Others know her to be a devil. But the truth is a secret she'll take to her grave—if anyone ever manages to put her in one. Read the new dime novel, Corruption's Cup, and uncover the tale behind one of the b…

Community AnnouncementsSep 15, 2026
New Free Story Challenge | Written in Blood | Blood Testament

The more that Hunters learn about the Blood Moon, the more terrifying its horrors become. A new Boss Target now stalks the compounds. Will you run, or will the promise of profit drive you straight into the hunt? Take on Bloodskin and contin…

Community AnnouncementsSep 14, 2026
Pre-order the Bound By Blood Necklace and Corruption's Cup now.

The Bound By Blood Necklace is a rare relic rumored to contain the last remnants of Lynch's Blood Serum. Others say it fills with the blood of fallen enemies. Cherish it. Protect it. Don’t let it fall into the wrong hands. 🩸 Corruption's C…

Community AnnouncementsSep 11, 2026
BLOODSKIN HAS ARRIVED | Make Them Bleed | Stage 3 | Complete!

He was once a man driven to find a cure at any cost. Now, he has become the monster he sought to escape. Lynch's obsession knows no limits, and nothing will stand in the way of her pursuit. Smell. Taste. Touch. Every instinct. Every thought…

Community AnnouncementsSep 10, 2026
Make Them Bleed | Stage 2 | Complete!

The "Chupacabra" Trait can now be purchased for 2 Upgrade Points. Still, the thirst for blood can't be quenched so easily...we need more.🩸🩸🩸

Community AnnouncementsSep 9, 2026
Hotfix 2.9.0.1 | Blood Testament

Hunters, Tomorrow, September 10 at 09:30 CEST, we'll be deploying a hotfix to address several issues that have surfaced since the launch of Update 2.9. This hotfix includes: - Fixes for several game crashes - Re-enabling the Legendary Hunte…

Community AnnouncementsSep 9, 2026
Sage of Joseon DLC - Out Now!

Wherever a threat to order goes, Cho Byeong-hak will follow. He wears his mask and gat to let other Hunters know his credentials—and so that he’ll never forget his mission. Included are: 🎭- Roaming Sage (Hunter) 🔫- Cold Patience (Uppercut…

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Community AnnouncementsSep 9, 2026
Make Them Bleed | Stage 1 | Complete!

The Bloodthirsty have caused the rivers to run red, and the Blood Moon has risen. 🩸🌖 You can now experience the new Time of Day in-game, but beware of the chaotic horror it creates.

Community AnnouncementsSep 8, 2026
Make Them Bleed

Blood Testament is in your hands. Make Them Bleed. Unleash hell.

Community AnnouncementsSep 8, 2026
Update 2.9 - Blood Testament Starts Now

Intro Blood Moon Time of Day A new and dynamic Time of Day—or rather, time of night—rises over the Incursion areas and shifts between two phases throughout your Mission. During the Intense Blood Moon phase, a storm grows and the moon breaks…

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Community AnnouncementsSep 7, 2026
Server Downtime

Hunters,The Live Servers will be taken down tomorrow, September 8th, at 09:00 CEST to deploy Update 2.9 and launch the new Event, Blood Testament. The patch notes will be published once the update goes live.Estimated downtime ~4h.Please not…

Community AnnouncementsSep 6, 2026
New Partners | Blood Testament

The ranks of our Hunt Partners have grown. 🤠 Battle-hardened and ready for Blood Testament, they'll be facing many horrors that await them on September 8. Meet them all: https://www.huntshowdown.com/partners Twitch Creators https://twitch.…

Community AnnouncementsSep 3, 2026
Partner Preview | Blood Testament

The Partner Preview is now live. 🎥 Tune in to your favorite old and new Hunt Partners as they get an early look at Blood Testament, explore the latest changes, and share their first impressions. 🩸 Find the full list of Partners here: http…

Community AnnouncementsSep 3, 2026
Blood Testament | Developer Live Stream

The Update 2.9 Developer Livestream has started! We're excited to finally reveal everything coming with Hunt's biggest and bloodiest Event yet. Join our team and a few special guests as we break down what's ahead, answer your questions, and…

Community AnnouncementsSep 2, 2026
Blood Testament - Partner Preview

The Hunt Partners have been prepped and are ready to take on Blood Testament for the first time live on stream! Catch them live tomorrow at 8 PM CEST playing Update 2.9 after our Developer Livestream wraps up. If you look closely, you might…

Community AnnouncementsAug 26, 2026
Blood Testament | Event Official Cinematic Trailer | Hunt: Showdown 1896

The Blood Moon is rising... Now is your chance to unleash hell upon the bayou and the gulch. Blood Testament begins on September 8th, and even the smallest taste will leave you wanting more. 🩸 https://www.huntshowdown.com/news/biggest-bloo…

Community AnnouncementsAug 25, 2026
Crytek Gear Store Now Open

Hunters, Have you ever wished you could bring more of Hunt Showdown: 1896 into real life? We are happy to report that it is now possible thanks to our brand new Crytek Gear Store. Step beyond the Bayou and into a collection of Hunt-inspired…

Community AnnouncementsAug 24, 2026
New Player Guide | Hunt: Showdown 1896

Calling all new Hunters! Ready to become a legend? Our Player Guide is live now, ready to walk you through every step from recruiting your first Hunter to surviving your first Mission.🧭 We'll be looking for opportunities to expand the guid…

Community AnnouncementsAug 24, 2026
🩸🩸born in blood, bound in blood🩸🩸

🩸🩸born in blood, bound in blood🩸🩸 🩸🩸Born in Blood, Bound in Blood🩸🩸 🩸BORN IN BLOOD...BOUND IN BLOOD 🩸

Community AnnouncementsAug 22, 2026
Some trails lead to Bounty...

Some trails lead to Bounty. Others lead to ruin. Some lead to hidden clues. All are stained by blood for as far as you can see. Will you continue down this damned road? 🩸

Community AnnouncementsAug 21, 2026
Road to Hell - Double XP Weekend

Chapter 3 of Road to Hell rages on. Now is no time to falter, Hunter. The fight is far from over. Boot up the bayou and the gulch this weekend and earn 100% more Hunter XP during our Double XP weekend. Every hunt brings you one step closer …

Community AnnouncementsAug 19, 2026
Gamescom 2026 - Schedule

Just one week to go! 🗓️ The Gamescom schedule is live! Discover all the exciting events happening at our booth in Hall 6. Are you joining us, Hunters? 🔎👀🕵️

Community AnnouncementsAug 13, 2026
Road to Hell - Cosmetic Survey

We want to hear about your bayou fit! 🤠👕 Do you rock the classic, no-nonsense Commander Whitlaw, or do you love the mysterious vibes of Marrow Hawk? Let us know what Legendary Hunters and weapon designs you've enjoyed during Road to Hell …

Community AnnouncementsAug 11, 2026
Developer Insight: Behind the Design and History of Road to Hell

Hunters, we hope you are enjoying Road to Hell and Chapter 3! As part of our Developer Insight series, we like to show you a glimpse behind the curtain of Hunt design. This time, we sat down with our team of designers to look at how Road to…

Community AnnouncementsAug 10, 2026
The Fog Lifts

Hunters, The Fog of War has dispersed, and the weather in the Bayou returns once more to its restless normal. The Desolation's Delegate is grateful for your assistance, and hopes you made the most of what the fog had to offer. See you in th…

Community AnnouncementsAug 5, 2026
Fog of War Descends...

A heavy blanket of eerie fog is rolling in, Hunters, and with it comes the promise of more danger—and more money—thanks to the arrival of Desolation’s Delegate in Chapter 3 of Road to Hell. Fog of War is a new Community Event where Hunters …

Community AnnouncementsAug 5, 2026
Road to Hell - Chapter 3 Now Live

Hunters, Road to Hell is entering it's final stage! Read more about Chapter 3 below. New Legacy Chronicle: Desolation’s Call With Chapter 3 of Update 2.8, we are releasing our second Legacy Chronicle to reintroduce re-colored versions of hi…

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Community AnnouncementsAug 3, 2026
Road to Hell - Chapter 3 Roadmap

The last leg of Road to Hell is packed with fresh challenges and more ways to hunt. Check out the Chapter 3 Roadmap and prepare for what's ahead on August 5.

Community AnnouncementsJul 30, 2026
Twitch Drops Rewards - Week 2

New week. New Drops. Week 2 of Twitch Drops is now live! Check out this week's rewards and start earning them by watching your favorite Hunt: Showdown 1896 streamers.