- HOT FIX! - 18 September 2026
In the last patch, a bug could corrupt your most recent save data when quitting the game from the main menu. This was caused by a change I made to save the game automatically on exit. I've identified the cause and fixed it. If your save data has been affected, please follow the recovery guide linked below to restore it. I'm sorry for the trouble this has caused. One note: if you've completed the recovery but pressing "Continue" in the menu still loads the damaged save, try the "Load Game" button instead — your recovered save file should be there.https://wiki.playprojecthunt.com/en/support/known-issues/
- DEV LOG – First Major Promotion & PH 2.0 - 17 September 2026
Hello hunters!I've been updating the game like crazy. And there's a reason for it.On October 2, PROJECT HUNT will be featured on one of the largest gaming channels in Korea. This will be our first major promotion since the game launched in 2024.I'm treating it as the second launch of PROJECT HUNT.PROJECT HUNT 2.0.That's why I've been pushing so hard: fixing problems, improving quality and the new-player experience, and preparing more content.I want new hunters to see the best PROJECT HUNT I can make.Here's a look at what I've been improving—and what's coming next.T-REX RETURNThe king is coming back.Yes, the T-Rex will return to PROJECT HUNT. I'm working on its return now, and I'll share more details as development progresses.THE QUALITY PUSH IS ALREADY HAPPENINGThe recent patch rush is about improving the game you play today.DLSS-related improvements are one part of that work, alongside…
- 2026-9-16 Major Improvements & New Costume DLC - 16 September 2026
Major Improvements & New Costume DLCNew FeaturesDLSS SupportAdded NVIDIA DLSS support for compatible NVIDIA GeForce RTX graphics cards.DLSS can significantly improve frame rates while maintaining high visual quality.DLSS settings can be adjusted in the Options menu. Performance-focused settings offer higher frame rates at the cost of some image quality.Third-Person Death AnimationsAdded third-person animations for player deaths.These animations use your selected third-person character.New Animal IndicatorAdded an indicator to the hunt results screen to highlight newly hunted specimens.Ragdoll PhysicsAdded ragdoll physics for the following animals when killed:Ussuri Wild Boar (male and female)Ussuri Red Deer (male and female)CheetahSika Deer (male and female)Black RhinoEuropean Red FoxWeekly Country RankingsThe main screen now displays the top three countries by hunting score from the pr…
- 2026-09-13 Mission System Improvements - 13 September 2026
Mission System ImprovementsThe mission system has been improved.Improved the mission guidance UI displayed beside the map.The completed mission is now clearly identified upon completion.The monetary rewards for completing missions have been significantly increased.Missions for hunting the Unique variants of most animals have been added.Bug Fixes and ImprovementsChanged the Wild Boar’s attack pattern from continuous attacks to a single attack.Adjusted the Moose’s running speed.Tigers now enter ragdoll physics when successfully harvested.Fixed an issue in Kalasti where players could fall through the ground after fast traveling.Extensively revised many previously awkward translations.I’ve made extensive improvements to the translations and revised many sentences that previously sounded unnatural.However, some awkward or incorrect translations may still remain. If you notice anything unusua…
- 2026-09-09 Weapon Model Improvement - 9 September 2026
Improved the model of the default firearm, the RM7 .243. Bug fixes and improvements.Fixed a bug where the highlight camera would activate even when a shot missed.Added medal icons to the harvest results screen to indicate animals with a Quality rating of 90 or higher and Legendary animals.Revamped the animal information panel in the encyclopedia.Fixed several translation issues.Fixed a bug where certain UI elements remained visible during highlight camera playback.Fixed several tutorial-related bugs.
- DEV LOG - ❄️Arctic Frontier - 8 September 2026
Here’s a first look at Arctic Frontier, the new Arctic DLC I’m currently developing!Explore rugged cliffs and open tundra, then take a boat across the cold northern waters to a vast island of ice. I’m bringing these new landscapes to life for your next hunting adventure.Stay tuned for more development updates! 🛥️※ Screenshots show a work in progress and may change before release.
- HOT FIX! - 5 September 2026
- Fixed an issue where all shop item prices were incorrectly set to 0.
- 2026-09-05 Bug Fixes and Improvements - 5 September 2026
Bug Fixes and ImprovementsThe layout of the map selection screen has been updated.The images used to display the fur types of previously harvested animals have been improved.The layout of the harvest results screen has been improved. The image displayed to the left of the Quality rating now changes based on the carcass quality.The key binding for switching to the next weapon can now be changed.The vertical axis controls can now be inverted while riding a horse.Previously untranslated text has now been translated.Fixed an animation synchronization issue with the HTR.Fixed an issue where the player would occasionally be unable to aim again after reloading while aiming.Added an icon indicating the sex of harvested animals.Fixed an issue where the scope aiming control prompt would appear too small.
- 2026-09-01 Legendary Gazelle & Long-Range Shooting - 1 September 2026
Legendary Gazelle & Long-Range ShootingHello, Hunters!I’m back after successfully wrapping up my trip to Gamescom.During the event, I had many great meetings and meaningful conversations, which I believe will lead to a variety of positive changes for PROJECT HUNT in the future.As the first step, this update introduces the new Legendary Gazelle, support for long-range shooting, and several other improvements.Also, if you have enjoyed the game, please consider leaving a review. Every review means a great deal to me as an indie developer and helps me continue improving PROJECT HUNT. Thanks!New Legendary AnimalThe Legendary Gazelle has been added.The Legendary Gazelle has three variants: Common, Melanistic, and Albino.The Legendary Gazelle has a very low chance of appearing in Land of Life and Luminous Meadow.Long-Range Shooting SupportA new option has been added that allows you to increase…
- 2026-08-19 Weapon Skin System - 19 August 2026
Weapon Skin SystemA new Weapon Skin System has been added.Weapon skins are divided into 6 different pattern categories.Double-click a weapon in your inventory to open its dedicated weapon window, then click the SKIN button to view all available skins.Double-click the skin you want to use to purchase and equip it.Weapon skins are shared across all weapons with the same name. For example, if you own two R7 .243 Rifles, changing the skin on one will automatically apply the same skin to the other.Some weapons, including the M1911 and M82, currently support only solid-color skins.Custom skins are not applied to scopes or the magazines of certain weapons.Rooster AddedRoosters have been added to The Lost Land.Roosters will serve various purposes in future updates.Improvements & Bug FixesUpdated the design of the Weapon Details window.Fixed an issue that could cause the UI in the Hunting Result…
- Dev log - Weapon Skin System in Development - 15 August 2026
Hello Hunters!!I’m currently working on a new weapon skin system to bring a fresh customization experience to the game.It’s almost complete, and I just need to run a few final tests.A few bug fixes and quality-of-life improvements will also be included.Stay tuned!
- 2026-08-10 New Player Quality-of-Life Improvements - 10 August 2026
New Player Quality-of-Life Improvements Added a feature that keeps the locations of marked animals visible. This feature can be turned On/Off and is available only on Easy and Normal difficulties. It does not work on Hard difficulty.Translated text that was missing in some localized versions.Updated the Hunting Results UI design.Updated the images for some items.
- 2026-08-05 Memory Optimization and Feature Improvements - 5 August 2026
Feature ImprovementsReduced video memory usage, allowing the game to run more smoothly on lower-end PCs.Improved the marker system. Markers now indicate their direction even when you are facing away from them.When inspecting an animal carcass, press the E key again on the results screen to harvest it immediately.Added achievement statistics showing the number of Legendary animals, Epic-or-higher animals, and Quality 90+ animals harvested.
- Horseback Hunting Update Is Here! — 50% Off - 24 July 2026
Horseback Hunting Update Is Here!📢 Enjoying PROJECT HUNT?Leaving a Steam review would be a huge help and greatly support the continued development of the game. Thank you! ❤️🐎You can now hunt and fire your weapons directly from horseback without dismounting.This update includes:Hunting and shooting while ridingSide and rear aimingRifle and handgun mounted animationsEquipped backpacks displayed while mountedImproved mounted camera movement and controlsScopes and melee weapons are currently unavailable while mounted. Animation quality and controls will continue to be improved in future updates.To celebrate the update, PROJECT HUNT is now 50% off for a limited time!Watch the official trailer below and experience a faster, more dynamic way to hunt. Improvements and AdditionsNew third-person character models have been added.Third-person character outfits can now be changed using the wardrob…
- Dev Log - Mounted Shooting in Development - 10 July 2026
Developer Log – Mounted Shooting in Development!One of the most requested features from the PROJECT HUNT community has always been the ability to hunt and fire weapons while riding a horse.I’m happy to share that the core mounted shooting system is now working. Players can ride across the reserve, aim in different directions, and fire without having to dismount. This is still an early work-in-progress build, but the most important part—the basic gameplay loop of riding, tracking, aiming, and shooting from horseback—is finally in place.I’m currently working on improving the aiming range, character animations, weapon positioning, recoil, and transitions between riding and shooting. Because the player, horse, weapon, and camera all need to move together naturally, this feature requires a lot of animation and technical adjustment, especially when aiming upward, downward, or to the sides.The…
- PROJECT HUNT Official Wiki is Now Live! - 6 July 2026
The official PROJECT HUNT Wiki is now available.I created this wiki to help both new and returning hunters find useful information about the game more easily, including animals, weapons, ammunition, maps, items, systems, and more.PROJECT HUNT has grown a lot over time, and I know it can sometimes be difficult to find clear information through old patch notes or community posts. I hope this wiki makes it easier to learn the game, plan your hunts, and discover details you may have missed.You can check out the wiki here:https://wiki.playprojecthunt.com/en/As always, thank you for playing PROJECT HUNT and supporting my work as a solo developer. I will continue improving both the game and the information available around it.
- 2026-07-01 New Weapon: AKS-74U! - 1 July 2026
A new weapon, the AKS-74U, has been added.The AKS-74U uses 5.45 x 39mm ammunition and is suitable for hunting animals ranked B- or below.The AKS-74U can hold a total of 20 rounds.The AKS-74U has a very high rate of fire.The AKS-74U can be obtained from the box located right next to the Black Market trader.The AKS-74U can be acquired by collecting tags obtained through animal hunting.The tags required to obtain the AKS-74U are Tag #3, #8, #12, and #15.Magazines and ammunition can be purchased from the Black Market trader. The model of the Black Market trader who provides the highest bonus has been changed.The July Community Challenge has been added.
- Developer Diary #2 — The Future of PROJECT HUNT - 30 June 2026
Hello, hunters.This is the developer of PROJECT HUNT.I hope everyone is doing well.First of all, I want to sincerely thank everyone who has continued to play and support PROJECT HUNT. The Steam Summer Sale is currently ongoing, and seeing more players discover the game has been a huge source of motivation for me.If you have been enjoying PROJECT HUNT, I would really appreciate it if you could leave a Steam review. For a solo developer, every single review means a lot. Reviews help the game reach more players, and they also give me a lot of motivation to continue development.Also, if you know any friends, family members, or anyone else who might enjoy PROJECT HUNT, please consider recommending the game to them. Unlike larger hunting games made by big studios, PROJECT HUNT is developed by just one person. Because of that, one of the hardest parts for me is getting the game noticed by more…
- 2026 Summer Event: Rise of the Triceratops - 24 June 2026
Another result of Miracle Pharmaceuticals’ secret experiments has emerged. The legend of the Cretaceous, Triceratops, has been brought back to life.While being secretly transported aboard an ordinary oil tanker, the Triceratops escaped after the vessel was attacked by something unknown at sea and ran aground near the savanna coast.Now, hunters must track down the Triceratops and send this Cretaceous tank back into history.※ Only one Triceratops can be hunted per day. ※ The Triceratops is in Luminous Meadow.How to Hunt Buy a bale of hay from the truck at the base camp in Luminous Meadow.Head to the Triceratops Zone on the map.Use the hay bale inside the Triceratops Zone.A moment later, a Triceratops appears to eat the bale of hay.Dynamite for Hunting Large CreaturesUse dynamite to take down the Triceratops with ease.Dynamite explodes when stepped on by the Triceratops or when shot by the…
- 2026-06-23 New Quest - Investigation into the Oil Tanker - 23 June 2026
Investigation into the Oil TankerInvestigate an oil tanker that was attacked by something at sea, drifted for some time, and eventually washed ashore and ran aground on the savanna coast.The oil tanker can be found in Luminous Meadow.Explore the inside of the tanker and collect various items.The items you collect can be sold for money.The main event related to this quest is scheduled to begin on June 25. Please check the upcoming event announcement for more details!
