TheHunter: Call of the Wild
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About TheHunter: Call of the Wild
TheHunter: Call of the Wild is a hunting simulator built by Expansive Worlds and published by Avalanche Studios. Released in 2017, it casts you as a tracker in a vast, open forest environment where realism matters. You’re not just shooting, every animal behaves dynamically, and your gear, stamina, and stealth dictate success. The game blends solo and co-op play, letting you hunt beasts like red deer alone or with friends. With PlayStation 4, PC, and Xbox One support, it’s a title that leans into methodical strategy over fast-paced action. Its strength is the detail: from rustling leaves to realistic animal movement, it’s a game about patience and precision.
Gameplay
The core loop is tracking, stalking, and harvesting. You’ll spend hours crouching in brush, using binoculars to spot antlers through dense foliage, and managing noise to avoid spooking prey. Weapons range from bows and crossbows to rifles, each with specific reload and stealth quirks. Side activities like setting traps or crafting gear add variety. Multiplayer sessions require coordination, players can signal via radio, mark targets, or assist in takedowns. The controls are precise but require practice; aiming down sights feels weighty, and movement is deliberate. Sessions often stretch into hours, with each hunt demanding situational awareness. The open world feels alive but predictable, with animals following set patrol routes.
What Players Think
Community data shows a mixed reception. Critics rate it 86/100, praising visuals and immersion but noting repetitive gameplay. Players average 34 hours, with 8.4% of achievements unlocked overall. The rarest, “You give love a bad name,” sits at 0.4%, a grueling multi-hour deer hunt. Community moods skew intense and focused, with reviews split between praise for detail and frustration over slow pacing. One Reddit user calls it “a masterclass in patience,” while another dismisses it as “a glorified walking simulator.” Twitch viewership ranks it #95, suggesting niche appeal. It’s clear: this game rewards commitment, but not everyone’s built for it.
PlayPile's Take
TheHunter: Call of the Wild is a niche pick for hardcore sim fans. At its best, it’s a test of patience and strategy; at worst, a slow grind with little payoff. The 160 achievements (most under 10% completion) suggest high difficulty but limited variety. If you enjoy tracking and crafting, and have 40+ hours to invest, it’s worth a try. However, repetitive animal patterns and clunky UI might sour others. It’s not a modern classic but a dedicated experience for those who crave realism over action. Stick with it, or skip to something faster-paced.
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Single player, Multiplayer, Co-operative
IGDB Rating
71.4
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