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Steam News15 April 20262mo ago

New patch for build 0.0.1 is now live

A 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.

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addedA 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. If you still have frozen animal groups on your map, please cull them - they should not reappear afterwards. As this issue was difficult to reproduce consistently, we are marking it as a potential fix. If this issue occurs again or if you stumble upon some new bugs, please report them via THQN Redmine - details on how to report a bug and attach your saved files can be found HERE .
changedWe are continuing to monitor your feedback and work on further improvements.
fixedPatch for build 0.0.1 (Version: 188484) - patch notes:Fixed: Duplicated NPCs spawning near the cabins
fixedPatch for build 0.0.1 (Version: 188484) - patch notes:Fixed: Animals now correctly react to gunshot sounds when fired from behind cover (e.g. bushes)
fixedPatch for build 0.0.1 (Version: 188484) - patch notes:Fixed: Discard button for displayed trophies
changedPatch for build 0.0.1 (Version: 188484) - patch notes:Potential fix: Animals getting stuck (freezing in place in large groups) Players affected by this issue may still have large groups of frozen animals present on their map. In this case, please cull all affected animals - the issue should not occur again afterwards. Please note this is a potential fix, since we were not able to reproduce the issue consistently during testing. If the issue occurs again, please report it via THQN Redmine , including any additional details (what actions were taken, steps before it happened, etc.) - thank you!

Way of the Hunter 2 changes

addedA 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. If you still have frozen animal groups on your map, please cull them - they should not reappear afterwards. As this issue was difficult to reproduce consistently, we are marking it as a potential fix. If this issue occurs again or if you stumble upon some new bugs, please report them via THQN Redmine - details on how to report a bug and attach your saved files can be found HERE .
changedWe are continuing to monitor your feedback and work on further improvements.
fixedFixed: Duplicated NPCs spawning near the cabins
fixedFixed: Animals now correctly react to gunshot sounds when fired from behind cover (e.g. bushes)
fixedFixed: Discard button for displayed trophies

A 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. If you still have frozen animal groups on your map, please cull them - they should not reappear afterwards. As this issue was difficult to reproduce consistently, we are marking it as a potential fix. If this issue occurs again or if you stumble upon some new bugs, please report them via THQN Redmine - details on how to report a bug and attach your saved files can be found HERE.

We are continuing to monitor your feedback and work on further improvements.

Patch for build 0.0.1 (Version: 188484) - patch notes:

  • Fixed: Duplicated NPCs spawning near the cabins

  • Fixed: Animals now correctly react to gunshot sounds when fired from behind cover (e.g. bushes)

  • Fixed: Discard button for displayed trophies

  • Potential fix: Animals getting stuck (freezing in place in large groups)

    • Players affected by this issue may still have large groups of frozen animals present on their map. In this case, please cull all affected animals - the issue should not occur again afterwards.

    • Please note this is a potential fix, since we were not able to reproduce the issue consistently during testing.

    • If the issue occurs again, please report it via THQN Redmine, including any additional details (what actions were taken, steps before it happened, etc.) - thank you!

Community feedback round #1 is now closed

At the same time, we are closing the first community feedback round. Thank you to everyone who participated and shared their thoughts, observations, and real-life experiences on the Turkeys and Mule deer trophies - your input is incredibly valuable and helps us shape the game during Early Access.

More feedback rounds are on the way, so stay tuned!

Thank you for your continued support and for being part of the Early Access journey with us. Happy hunting!

More info about Way of the Hunter 2:

Website: https://wayofthehunter2.thqnordic.com

Discord: https://discord.gg/wayofthehunter

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