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theHunter: Call of the Wild

Platform(s): PC, PlayStation 4, PlayStation 5, Xbox One, Xbox Series X
Genre: Action/Adventure
Publisher: Avalanche Studios
Developer: Expansive Worlds
Release Date: Feb. 16, 2017

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'theHunter: Call of the Wild' To Get Peru Hunting Reserve Later This Month, Will Add New Biomes And More, Coincides With Free v9.2 Patch - Trailer

by Rainier on June 2, 2026 @ 7:00 a.m. PDT

Experience the thrill of the hunt in a visually breathtaking, technically groundbreaking, vast open world.

theHunter: Call of the Wild offers the most immersive hunting experience ever created.

Step into a beautiful open world teeming with life, from majestic deer and awe-inspiring bison, down to the countless birds, critters and insects of the wilderness. Every inch of the 50-square mile world is crafted using Apex, award-winning technology crafted during a decade of developing explosive action games.

In addition to its rich single player experience, theHunter: Call of the Wild offers unique multiplayer options – cooperative and competitive – for up to 8 players. Share the ultimate hunting experience, and earn those bragging rights!


Avalanche Studios Group announced that the "Peru Hunting Reserve," the latest DLC for theHunter: Call of the Wild.

Set in the breathtaking Intisuyu Reserve, players will explore diverse Peruvian landscapes inspired by the country’s rich biodiversity while tracking and hunting a roster of iconic wildlife species across three unique biomes.

Peru Hunting Reserve Features:

  • Explore three distinct biomes in Peru’s Dry Season (May-October):
    • Puna - Located at the foothills of the Andes Mountains, the Puna’s vast open landscape creates ideal conditions for long-range hunting.
    • Yungas - Dense cloud forests form a natural transition between the highlands and rainforest below. This region is also home to the reserve’s animal sanctuary.
    • Tropical Forest - Thick rainforest vegetation demands close-range hunting tactics, but hunters should tread carefully – this is the kingdom of the jaguar. Meanwhile, the rivers below are inhabited by the black caiman.
  • Take on the wilderness with the Daher Reserve Draw CB-150, a new pistol crossbow equipped with a standard red dot sight and upgrade options. Hunters can choose between two broadhead bolt weights for added versatility and tactical precision.
  • 14 animal species, including 10 all-new additions. Players will encounter apex predators alongside regional wildlife like the capybara and llama.
  • 60 new missions, including a new notice board system designed to give players greater freedom in how they engage with the reserve and its activities.

The "Peru Hunting Reserve" is available to pre-order today for $11.99/£9.99/€11.79 across all platforms and arrives on June 16 on PS4, PS5, Xbox One, Xbox Series X|S, and PC (Steam, Epic Games Store and Microsoft Store).

Alongside the new "Peru Hunting Reserve" DLC, Patch 9.2 will also release on June 16, bringing a range of improvements, bug fixes and new horns for all mountain goats!

Key Features:

  • A Next-Generation Hunting Experience.
    • theHunter: Call of the Wild offers the most immersive hunting experience ever created. Step into a beautiful open world teeming with life, from majestic deer and awe-inspiring bison down to the countless birds, critters and insects of the wilderness.
    • Experience complex animal behavior, dynamic weather events, full day and night cycles, simulated ballistics, highly realistic acoustics, scents carried by a sophisticated wind system, and much more. All systems work together to increase immersion and bring out the hunter in you.
  • Explore a Vast Open World.
    • Explore 50 square miles of varied terrain, ranging from wetlands and dense forests to lush valleys and open farm fields. The vast world of theHunter: Call of the Wild is split up into separate and distinct hunting reserves, each one filled with surprises and memorable moments.
    • Take on missions and challenges from the locals, or go off the beaten path. Discover lookouts, hunting towers and outposts. They will allow you to move swiftly and effortlessly throughout the massive open world.
  • A Decade in the Making.
    • theHunter: Call of the Wild is the evolution of theHunter, Expansive Worlds’ stand-out hunting game, with over 6 million registered players and 7 years of live operations.
    • Avalanche Studios and Expansive Worlds bring hunting to a new generation of players. theHunter: Call of the Wild is built using Apex – Avalanche Open World Engine, award-winning technology crafted during a decade of developing explosive action games.
  • Become a Hunter. Design the Hunt.
    • Acquire and equip a range of rifles, handguns and bows and customize them with scopes and different ammunition types. Find and master your favorites. Develop your character by unlocking various skills and equipment. Learn how to use callers and scents, but above all else, study your prey: pay close attention to animal behavior, traits and patterns of movement.
    • New to hunting? Not a problem. Intelligent systems will aid and assist to make sure you get the most out of your hunt, whether you’re a hopeful novice or grizzled veteran.
  • Share Hunting Experiences. Earn Bragging Rights.
    • In addition to its rich single player experience, theHunter: Call of the Wild offers unique multiplayer options. Join up to 8 friends (or complete strangers!) in cooperative and competitive modes. Enjoy a wide range of in-game challenges and events. Hunting is more rewarding and exciting with friends, so share your experiences and earn those bragging rights.
    • theHunter is a franchise built around its community. True to that legacy, the evolution of theHunter: Call of the Wild will be shaped by the deep knowledge and unrivaled dedication of its players. Together, we’ll make it an even richer experience over time.

theHunter: Call of the Wild is available for PS4, PS5, Xbox One, Xbox Series X|S and PC (Steam) for $29.99.


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