Imagine stepping into a vast, realistic hunting reserve, complete with authentic animal behavior and dynamic day/night cycles. This is what theHunter: Call of the Wild offers. Released on February 16, 2017, by Expansive Worlds and Avalanche Studios, this first-person hunting simulator is now available on Steam with a massive 80% discount, priced at $11.99.
The game takes you to various hunting reserves, from the northwest of the US to the frozen regions of Siberia, and from German forests to African savannas. You’ll encounter dozens of species and rich ecosystems, all with impressive visuals based on volumetric lighting, dense vegetation, and climate effects. These features create an immersive atmosphere, making you feel like you’re really there.
Graphics and Performance
Players on Steam have reported that the game runs smoothly at 60fps on laptops with an RTX 2070 mobile and i7 processor with 32 GB RAM, even with “High+” settings. With modern GPUs like the RTX 3060, you can expect 95-100 fps at medium/1080p settings, according to benchmark tests.
Hardware Requirements
To run the game, you’ll need:
Minimum Requirements
- CPU: Intel Core i3-4170
- RAM: 4 GB
- GPU: NVIDIA GTX 660 or AMD Radeon HD 7870 (1 GB VRAM)
- OS: Windows 7 64-bit
- Disk Space: 60 GB
Recommended Requirements
- CPU: Intel Core i7 (quad-core)
- RAM: 8 GB
- GPU: NVIDIA GTX 760 or Radeon R9 270X (4 GB VRAM)
- OS: Windows 10 64-bit
- Disk Space: 60 GB
High Points
Some of the game’s standout features include:
- Ambientation: detailed reserves like Layton Lake, Medved-Taiga, and Vurhonga Savannah
- Gameplay: tracking with the “Huntermate” app, using camouflage, wearing climate-appropriate clothing, and managing wind and sounds to avoid scaring prey
- Extra Content: various DLCs (weapon packs, hunting dogs, new reserves like Nepal and Germany) that expand the experience
- Active Community: cooperative and competitive modes, forums with performance tips, graphics adjustments, and advice, such as using a laptop cooler to avoid throttling
With its realistic environments, engaging gameplay, and active community, theHunter: Call of the Wild is a must-try for hunting simulator enthusiasts. And with its current discount, there’s never been a better time to give it a shot.