DevDiary #2 - Introducing SimFauna

Dear Hunters,

Welcome to the second Hunting Simulator 3 DevDiary!

Today, we're excited to introduce one of the core systems that powers the game's living world, SimFauna. This ecosystem simulation tool was built to make wildlife feel more authentic, dynamic, and believable than ever before.

Every animal in Hunting Simulator 3 follows its own life cycle. You'll encounter juveniles, adults, and older specimens, each with unique characteristics, behaviors, and daily routines. Their movements aren't random. Animals eat, drink, rest, and react to both their environment and the presence of predators, creating a world that constantly evolves around you.

SimFauna also gives your actions lasting consequences. Every animal has its own DNA score, influencing traits such as antler quality or social status within a group. By choosing which animals to harvest, you'll directly influence future generations and the balance of the ecosystem. In some species, eliminating the dominant leader will even allow another individual with stronger genetics to take its place.

"The ecosystem doesn't just react to you".

Predators actively stalk prey, packs coordinate hunts, and wildlife interacts naturally with one another. Sometimes, however, a predator may decide that you're the most interesting target nearby, so always stay alert.

We also want to thank everyone who took part in our recent playtest phase. The session have now come to an end, and the feedback we've received has been incredibly valuable. Your input is helping us polish the game and deliver the best possible hunting experience at launch.

As development progresses, we're getting closer to launch, and we're happy to confirm that Hunting Simulator 3 is set to release this Fall. We'll have even more to share with you over the coming weeks as we continue our series of DevBlogs and DevDiaries.

Watch the DevDiary to see SimFauna in action, and don't forget to Wishlist Hunting Simulator 3 to follow the game's development and stay tuned for future DevDiaries!

Happy hunting, 🦌 The Hunting Simulator 3 Team

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