Way of the Hunter 2 is in early access with a third update out, a PC full version dated for September 29, and a PS5 physical edition set for November 26.
Way of the Hunter 2 moved from early access toward a full launch in 2026. THQ Nordic released the third update in June, adding the Rocky Mountain Pronghorn, Central European Wild Boar, and Southern Warthog to the animal roster. The patch also reworked the damage system so large-caliber bullets deal realistic damage even when they miss vital spots, and fixed a crash that occurred after two to three hours of play.
In September, the publisher locked in release dates. The PC full version arrives September 29. The PS5 physical edition follows on November 26, with pre-orders opening September 3. The full game adds hunting dogs, an improved bullet camera, a new trophy system, and two-player multiplayer, building on the early-access base that the updates have been refining.
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THQ Nordic Japan announced that the PS5 physical edition of Way of the Hunter 2 releases on November 26, 2026, with pre-orders opening September 3. The PC full version arrives September 29. The open-world hunting game adds hunting dogs, an improved bullet camera, a new trophy system, and two-player multiplayer.
THQ Nordic released the third update for the open-world hunting sim Way of the Hunter 2, adding three new animals: the Rocky Mountain Pronghorn, Central European Wild Boar, and Southern Warthog. The patch also overhauls the damage system so large-caliber bullets deal realistic damage even when not hitting vital spots, and fixes numerous bugs including a crash after 2-3 hours of play.