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Steel Hunter Summer 2026: The Fittest Endures!

Commanders! Steel Hunter returns! Hunt solo or in a two-player Platoon on ever-shrinking maps.

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changedSteel Hunter returns! Hunt solo or in a two-player Platoon on ever-shrinking maps. Pick one of eight special vehicles, adjust its build to your playstyle, and compete for rewards like Experimental Equipment , bonds , credits , and exclusive customizations .
addedThe BasicsWhen playing in a Platoon, you can use in-game voice chat and the command wheel to communicate with other players. Make sure you have voice chat enabled in your settings.
changedThe BasicsThe total battle time is up to 15 minutes . Before each battle, you can choose from several spawn points on the map.
changedThe BasicsBattles unfold on three huge maps with playable areas that shrink over time. In Danger Zones, your vehicle won't receive damage, but pay attention to the countdown indicating when they will turn into Destruction Zones. Escape Destruction Zones as quickly as possible, as they will gradually cause damage until your vehicle is destroyed.
addedThe BasicsYou can upgrade your vehicles while in battle and get stronger with each new tier.
changedThe BasicsCollect special objects (loot) that randomly spawn on the map (Consumables and Supplies) but also remain after destroyed vehicles (Spoils of War). These objects contain resources, Combat XP, Combat Ability charges, shells, HP, and repairs for modules.

Commanders!

Steel Hunter returns! Hunt solo or in a two-player Platoon on ever-shrinking maps. Pick one of eight special vehicles, adjust its build to your playstyle, and compete for rewards like Experimental Equipment, bonds, credits, and exclusive customizations.

EU (CEST/UTC+2)NA (PT | CT | ET)ASIA (UTC+8)
Event StartJune 8 at 08:00June 7 at 23:00 | June 8 at 01:00 | 02:00June 8 at 14:00
Event EndJune 15 at 03:00June 14 at 18:00 | 20:00 | 21:00June 15 at 09:00
Prime TimeEU1, EU2, EU3, EU5: 08:00 to 02:00 EU4: 06:00 to 00:0006:00 to 00:00 (PT)08:00 to 02:00 (CT)09:00 to 03:00 (ET)08:00 to 02:00

The Basics

  • Eight special vehicles with unique abilities will join the hunt.

  • When playing in a Platoon, you can use in-game voice chat and the command wheel to communicate with other players. Make sure you have voice chat enabled in your settings.

  • The total battle time is up to 15 minutes. Before each battle, you can choose from several spawn points on the map.

  • Battles unfold on three huge maps with playable areas that shrink over time. In Danger Zones, your vehicle won't receive damage, but pay attention to the countdown indicating when they will turn into Destruction Zones. Escape Destruction Zones as quickly as possible, as they will gradually cause damage until your vehicle is destroyed.

  • You can upgrade your vehicles while in battle and get stronger with each new tier.

  • Collect special objects (loot) that randomly spawn on the map (Consumables and Supplies) but also remain after destroyed vehicles (Spoils of War). These objects contain resources, Combat XP, Combat Ability charges, shells, HP, and repairs for modules.

  • Marauders are special AI-controlled opponents that yield Combat XP and Spoils of War when destroyed. They are displayed on your minimap as squares—not triangles like regular players.

  • Your mastery will be taken into account. The matchmaker aims to provide opponents of similar combat effectiveness for both Platoons and solo players.

Rewards

Fighting in the armored battle royale, you complete missions and earn Progression Points. Progression Points advance your Progression. You get various valuable rewards for every completed Stage.

You start earning Steel Seals once you complete the event Progression. This special currency allows you to purchase themed 2D styles, decals, and inscriptions that are otherwise unobtainable.

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Roll out and let the hunt begin!

Source

Steam News / 5 June 2026

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