Long time no see, Hunters!

We’ve been quiet for a while, focused on the development of Way of the Hunter 2. Now, we’re ready to invite you in. Before we start talking about the new hunting game in detail, we want to build it together with player feedback at the core. That’s why we’re opening applications for a closed beta gameplay test - a small, focused test with players from our community who care about hunting games and thoughtful feedback.

This is not a marketing demo. It’s a work-in-progress development build, and your feedback will directly help shape what comes next.

If selected, you’ll get hands-on access to an early build featuring:

• Early gameplay from our next open-world hunting game Way of the Hunter 2

• NPC-driven story missions

• Your hunting dog companion

• New equipment systems still in development

We’re looking for players who enjoy hunting games and immersive open worlds and are willing to share honest, constructive feedback. To keep the test focused and meaningful, we’ll handpick a limited number of participants from the applications. Selected players will receive an email with access details and instructions. The test will run for a limited time, with free play during the test period and direct feedback channels to the team.

• The closed beta is PC (Steam) only.

• A Non-Disclosure Agreement (NDA) is required, which is why all participants need to be 18+.

• Slots are limited, and not all applicants will be selected.

If you’d like to help shape the future of Way of the Hunter 2 - APPLY HERE[forms.office.com].

The application includes questions about your PC hardware, basic information required for the NDA (country of residence and date of birth), and why you’d like to take part in the closed beta.

Thanks for sticking with us, we’re excited to head into the wild together!

Thank you for the time, care, and passion you’ve shared with Way of the Hunter this year. Your feedback, patience, and love for the hunt truly mean a lot to us.

Our team will be out of the office until the end of the year, but we’ll be back in January and looking forward to what’s ahead. Until then, take care and enjoy the season. 🤍

Before we head off for the holidays, here’s a quick heads-up about the Steam Winter Sale.

Way of the Hunter is currently up to 60% off on Steam as part of the holiday sale!

Discount Highlights:

• Up to 60% off the base game

• 50% off map DLCs and map pack DLCs

• 25% off smaller DLCs, including Night Hunting Pack, Hunter’s Advantage Pack with new calibers or electronic caller, real-world equipment packs such as Bear Archery, Christensen Arms, Steyr Arms, Remington Firearms, and Kawasaki UTV, and more.

There’s plenty to discover — whether you’re after complete bundles or specific DLCs, now’s a great chance to pick them up.

Steam Winter Sale runs until January 5. View all deals on Steam:

https://store.steampowered.com/app/1288320/Way_of_the_Hunter/

Enjoy the holidays, happy hunting, and see you all in January 2026!

More info:

Get the game here: https://thqn.net/woth-steam

Website: http://wayofthehunter.com

Discord: https://discord.gg/wayofthehunter