Steam app 2543830 · updated 12 Sep 2026, 18:20 UTC
Experience the most advanced, realistic, and visually stunning hunting adventure across vast wilderness in North America and Africa. Encounter lifelike animal behavior, dynamic ecosystems, and dangerous wildlife while building a collection of trophies in your lodge.
719 hourly samples, with the daily peak drawn over them. Weekends are shaded.
7 months, March 2026 to September 2026. The highest number of people in the game at once, each month, on a time axis -- a gap in the record stays a gap.
The highest number of people in the game at once, each month. Four, because four is as far back as the source keeps anything finer than one figure a month.
31 days, each one the highest figure that day. The source keeps no hourly detail this far back. Weekends are shaded.
31 days as the curve, each the highest figure that day. Behind it, 438 hourly samples from 13 Aug, which is as far back as the source keeps every hour. Weekends are shaded.
12 days as the curve, each the highest figure that day. Behind it, 281 hourly samples. Each dip is a night. Weekends are shaded.
Way of the Hunter 2 was released on 26 Mar, 2026.
It is a realistic hunting game. Animals are shot and killed with rifles, blood splatters are displayed on the ground. Animal anatomy and the hit by the bullet are shown in the shot review. Animals are displayed as taxidermized trophies in the hunting lodge.
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Way of the Hunter 2 Early Access Update 4
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Update 2 - Africa
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ZEISS update
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Update 3
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Early Access Release Trailer
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Early Access Update 1 Trailer
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Demo trailer
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Way of the Hunter 2 - Dog Trailer
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On the Experimental Branch we've just released a patch for update 0.5.0, that focuses on stabilizing the new Ammo Change system based on your feedback, with fixes to weapon/ammo compatibility issues, ammo not carrying over correctly from…
[NRG] MiriamThe Ammo Change system is coming early to the Experimental Branch with Update 0.5, giving you more control over how you approach every shot. Different ammunition types offer different balances of penetration and cavity size, allowing you to…
LananiMeet CVA and its Cascade LRX — a brand-new partnership celebrated by the addition of a precise .270 Win bolt-action rifle to Way of the Hunter 2. With its distinctive black finish and copper webbing, the LRX is built to stand out while…
LananiIn case you missed it: multiplayer is now available for all players! Team up with a friend, explore the wilderness together! Watch the new multiplayer trailer here: https://youtu.be/tcJudegJn7w For all information on yesterday's update see…
LananiMultiplayer arrives on the Default Branch, alongside a new rifle, a new suppressor, and a fresh round of fixes and improvements. After the weekend of testing and improvements on the Experimental Branch, Update 0.4.1 is now live on the…
LananiBefore the weekend, we've pushed a new round of fixes and tweaks to the Experimental Branch with Update 0.4.1. Once we confirm it's stable, it'll move to the default branch too. This update covers fixes across animals, gear, environment…
[NRG] MiriamWe're teaming up with HUNT, and tomorrow at 5:00 PM CEST, Jozef, Michal, and Miro from the NRG team will sit down together, with Miro joining him live on stream. We'll be diving into multiplayer and opening things up for a Q&A session with…
[NRG] MiriamWith Way of the Hunter 2 launching September 29, 1.0 is getting closer, and we want to make sure we're covering the stuff you actually want answered. We're prepping for a busy period (not that it hasn't been busy already, but hey, we're not…
[NRG] MiriamHey hunters, just a quick reminder that our next community feedback round is currently running and will be open for two weeks. For this feedback round, we'd like to focus on White-tailed Deer, especially its antlers, trophy appearance, and…
[NRG] MiriamSince Multiplayer first entered public testing back in June, we’ve kept it on the Experimental Branch, and released a steady stream of fixes, stability improvements, and quality-of-life changes based on your feedback. The experience has…
[NRG] MiriamOver the past couple of weeks, we’ve been focusing heavily on fixing existing issues, polishing systems, and tweaking the gameplay based on your feedback. And once again, you’ve been incredibly helpful. Your reports, suggestions, and…
[NRG] MiriamWay of the Hunter 2, currently available in Early Access on PC, will launch its full 1.0 version on all platforms on September 29, 2026. Way of the Hunter 2 combines the beauty of nature with the thrill of the hunt. Encounter the wondrous…
[NRG] MiriamWe're excited to share our latest roadmap for Way of the Hunter 2, this time, the final one for our Early Access journey. It reflects what's still coming as we head toward Version 1.0.Since Early Access launched, we've introduced a new…
[NRG] MiriamUpdate 0.3.2 is now live. We're continuing to focus on strengthening the foundation of Way of the Hunter 2 by fixing bugs, improving stability, and fine-tuning the existing gameplay experience. But while you wait for our next major content…
[NRG] MiriamCreating a hunting map is one of the biggest and most time-consuming parts of developing Way of the Hunter 2. From the very first research trip to the final release, every reserve takes months of planning, iteration, and collaboration…
[NRG] MiriamWe've pushed a major patch for Way of the Hunter 2, and the biggest change is a reworked flesh damage system based on your feedback. With the optimal caliber, animals now go down more reliably, without destroying excessive amounts of usable…
[NRG] MiriamJust a quick reminder, that the Way of the Hunter 2 community survey will close in 3 days. If you haven't filled it out yet, now's your chance. Available in the in-game languages: https://thqnordic.limesurvey.net/WotH2EA1Thanks for your…
[NRG] MiriamWe know many of you have become used to receiving monthly updates throughout the Early Access journey of Way of the Hunter 2. Bringing new content, features, and improvements to the game has been an exciting part of this development…
[NRG] MiriamOur Way of the Hunter 2 community survey is available in all in-game languages.Visit the link below, choose your language, and let us know what you think. https://thqnordic.limesurvey.net/WotH2EA1 Your feedback will help shape the future of…
[NRG] MiriamWe've pushed Patch 0.3.1 for Way of the Hunter 2, focused on cleaning up several issues, including those introduced by the recent update. We've fixed the vehicle getting stuck and unexitable in several situations, and markers staying stuck…
Patch notesZEISS is known for premium optics, advanced imaging technology, and uncompromising quality – trusted by hunters, nature enthusiasts, and professionals around the world. Designed to deliver exceptional clarity and reliability in every…
[NRG] MiriamThere are fresh tracks in the dirt. Update 0.3.0 for Way of the Hunter 2 has arrived, and it brings new additions to the game. Three new species roam the reserves, new missions to chase them through, and a wave of improvements built…
[NRG] MiriamToday's update marks the beginning of something a little different for Way of the Hunter 2. Update #3 will arrive in multiple stages, allowing us to gradually introduce new features, gather feedback, and iterate quickly based on your…
[NRG] MiriamWay of the Hunter 2 is now 20% off. We're deep in Early Access, with the new Kilimaya reserve, fixes and improvements with every update, and plenty more on the way. The price will be going up after the Steam Summer Sale, so if you've been…
[NRG] MiriamHello everyone, we've just pushed a small patch for Way of the Hunter 2 with a few fixes based on your reports. This one fixes the harvest screen showing the wrong animal with one from the other reserve, the Greater Kudu's horns curling…
[NRG] MiriamWe’re excited to share an updated roadmap for Way of the Hunter 2, reflecting what we’ve accomplished so far in Early Access and what’s coming next over the following months. Since launch, we’ve already introduced a new reserve, new animal…
LananiThank you to everyone who participated in our first Community Feedback round for Way of the Hunter 2! We've reviewed hundreds of comments, suggestions, bug reports, screenshots, and videos from both Discord and Steam. After analyzing the…
LananiWe've just pushed a hotfix for Patch 0.2.1 addressing incorrect LODs on some animals that were introduced with the recent optimisation tweaks, harvested animals were causing them to visually shift position when you moved closer or further…
[NRG] MiriamToday's patch focuses on audio improvements and a range of fixes across gameplay and stability. River, rain, water, and lightning sounds have been rebalanced to create a more immersive atmosphere. Alongside these audio improvements, we've…
[NRG] MiriamThe African reserve has just released this week, bringing a fresh new hunting experience to the game. Our first post launch DLC map is already under development, and we’re keeping it under wraps for now. However, to help you make the most…
[NRG] MiriamWay of the Hunter 2 expands its world today with the arrival of the Kilimaya Reserve. Kilimaya is a 100 km² (40 square miles) reserve built on contrast, featuring highlands, forests, open grasslands, wetlands, shrublands, and sun-scorched…
[NRG] MiriamCan you guess if this is a male or a female hippo? Find out soon with Update 2.
[NRG] MiriamWe’ve just released Update 0.1.1 for Way of the Hunter 2, bringing a new rifle, some additional gear, and a bunch of fixes based on what many of you have been reporting and discussing with us. We are continuing to improve the experience…
[NRG] MiriamWay of the Hunter 2 receives its first major content update, expanding the simulation with new systems and equipment that deepen both realism and player agency. Watch the new trailer here: Players can now actively shape ecosystems through…
[NRG] MiriamJoin us tomorrow at 5:00 PM CEST, where we at Nine Rocks Games will be showcasing some of the exciting new features coming to Way of the Hunter 2 - new infrastructure improvements, suppressors, thermal vision gear, photo mode enhancements…
[NRG] MiriamIn this Dev Diary, we explore how dynamic antler generation works. Join our Gameplay Engineer, Stanislav, as he breaks down how each set of antlers is procedurally created, ensuring no two animals are ever truly alike. From subtle…
[NRG] MiriamEarly Access keeps moving forward. We’ve been working on a few things for the first major update for Way of the Hunter 2 - some new gear and improvements out in the field.If you want a closer look at what’s ahead, you can find it in our…
[NRG] MiriamA new patch for build 0.0.1 (Version: 188484) is now live. This patch addresses several reported gameplay issues and includes a fix for the frozen animal groups that affected a lot of players. The fix should prevent it from happening again.…
[NRG] MiriamHey hunters, just a quick reminder that our first community feedback round is currently running and will be open until April 14.We’re reading everything, and it’s been great to see so much detailed feedback coming in already. A lot of you…
[NRG] MiriamFriendly reminder, hunters! There's only 2 days left to grab Way of the Hunter 2 with the 20% launch discount. Early Access price: $29.99 / €29.99 >>> $23.99 / €23.99 with discountOffer ends April 9, 2026 Play now in Early Access on…
[NRG] MiriamWe’re excited to finally share something the community has been asking about for a long time - our official roadmap for Way of the Hunter 2. This roadmap is not just a list of features; it reflects our long-term vision for the game and our…
[NRG] MiriamHello hunters, a new patch for build 0.0.1 (187063) is now live. This patch includes several fixes, stability improvements, performance tweaks, and more. Patch for build 0.0.1 (Version: 187063) - patch notes: Fixed: Issues with resolution…
[NRG] MiriamIf you missed our recent livestream, you can now watch the dev-stream recording on YouTube. During the stream, we played Way of the Hunter 2 in Early Access - explored New Laurentiaa bit, introduced one of the new NPCs, and talked about…
[NRG] MiriamHotfix 0.0.1 for Way of the Hunter 2 is now live on Steam (PC). This hotfix mainly improves stability by adjusting sound effects' memory usage. We are also investigating issues caused by old config files from the Way of the Hunter 2 Demo…
[NRG] MiriamWe’re excited to finally open the gates and let players step into the next chapter of Way of the Hunter 2. Early Access allows us to build the game together with the community and shape the experience based on your feedback while systems…
THQ NordicAfter Steam Next Fest, where many of you already had the chance to play the demo, we’re now getting ready for the next big step - the start of Early Access for Way of the Hunter 2.If you want to hear more about why we decided to go with…
[NRG] MiriamWay of the Hunter 2 is heading into Early Access on March 26 - and you’re invited to help shape the next evolution of hunting simulations!Can't wait? Wishlist on Steam and stay tuned: About Way of the Hunter 2:Way of the Hunter 2 takes…
[NRG] MiriamLast 24 hours of the Way of the Hunter 2 Demo! Thank you to everyone who played the Way of the Hunter 2 demo during Steam Next Fest. Because of your support, the demo reached #47 most played among all demos in the festival! The demo for Way…
[NRG] MiriamWe’ve been closely monitoring your feedback during Steam Next Fest, and while the team is busy at work, we’ve addressed several high-priority issues reported by players. A new patch for the Way of the Hunter 2 Demo is now live, focusing…
Patch notesWe heard you like surprises. So we pressed the big red button. As part of Steam Next Fest (February 23 – March 2), you can dive into the playable demo of Way of the Hunter 2 starting today!Play Way of the Hunter 2…
[NRG] MiriamWhat Steam runs, and with what. Straight from the app configuration.
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| Launch | WOTH2.exe | windows 64 |
The folders Steam Cloud syncs. The root is a token Steam uses for a location on your own machine, not a path this page can know.
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WinAppDataLocal | WOTH2\Saved\SaveGames\Account_{64BitSteamID}\ | *.nrgs and below |
It runs on public data and somebody's spare time.
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