Hunt Grounds

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• Announcements·3 Jul 2026Official

  New Solo & Co-op Experience

  Today’s update introduces a brand new horror scenario experience for Hunt Grounds focused on atmospheric solo and co-op survival gameplay.New Scenario Available:Players can now enter the first playable scenario, featuring:solo or co-op playenvironmental interactionhiding mechanicspuzzle solvinga new supernatural entity encounterThis update marks a major shift in the direction of Hunt Grounds toward more focused horror experiences built around tension, exploration, and survival.Legacy ModeThe original asymmetrical multiplayer mode is still available and has now been moved to: LEGACY MODEThis preserves the earlier gameplay experience while allowing development to focus on the new scenario-based structure.Gameplay ChangesThe new core experience now emphasizes:cooperative survivalexplorationenvironmental interactionstealth and hidingescape-focused gameplayAs part of this transition:the traitor system has been retiredcustom builds have been removedsurvivor combat has been phased outThe goal is to create a more focused and immersive horror experience.Steam Page Update Coming SoonThe current Steam page still reflects the older asymmetrical gameplay direction.An updated Steam page, screenshots, and trailer are currently in development to better represent the new solo/co-op horror experience and future content plans.What’s NextMore scenarios, improvements, polish, and additional co-op horror content are planned moving forward.Thank you to everyone continuing to follow the project during this transition!
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• Patch Notes·22 Mar 2026Official

  Hunt Grounds - Update 0.98.2 Patch Notes

  A new update is live with several fixes and improvements to stability and gameplay.Fixes:Fixed an issue with outfit selection and displayFixed lantern not syncing properly in multiplayerFear visuals no longer play after player deathFixed multiple inputs triggering when pressing next/previous while spectatingFixed bot score not registering correctly
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• Patch Notes·19 Mar 2026Official

  Update v0.98: Fear system

  This update reworks one of the core systems of the game: Fear system among other changes.After watching players and gathering feedback, it was clear that Fear wasn’t always understood or impactful enough. This update aims to make it more readable, more meaningful, and more dangerous.🔥 Lantern System (New)The flashlight has been replaced with a Lantern.The Lantern reduces Fear while active.It consumes Oil over time.When the Lantern runs out, you’re left in the dark.Managing your light source is now a key part of survival.🛢️ Oil Resource (New)Oil cans can be found and used to refill your Lantern.Each refill restores a portion of your fuel.Resources are limited, use them wisely.💀 Fear System ReworkFear now behaves more consistently and is easier to understand:Fear builds over time and increases faster under threat.High Fear can reveal your position to Hunters.The Lantern is now the primary way to reduce Fear.Standing near another player with a Lantern on also reduces Fear.❤️ Improved FeedbackUpdated Heart UI with dynamic speed and color.New visual effects that intensify as Fear rises.Clearer indication of when you are in danger.🎯 Hunter Detection ChangesHigh Fear can reveal survivor position.Detection now uses a directional screen indicator instead of outlines.Information is temporary and requires Hunters to react quickly.🤝 Other changesStaying close to a teammate using a Lantern can reduce your FearFear builds faster when standing near a hunter🧠 AI & Gameplay ImprovementsBots can now barricade doorsBots can now use the Lantern when neededFixed an issue where the run animation would not triggerThis update is an important step toward making Hunt Grounds more readable, more tense, and more strategic.As always, feedback is welcome!The hunt continues.
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• Announcements·21 Feb 2026Official

  Hunt Grounds - Development Roadmap

  Hunt Grounds - Development Roadmap Here’s an overview of recent updates and what’s ahead as Hunt Grounds moves toward full release.v0.96 - Completed Private GamesTraitor ReworkUnified ModesOnline Botsv0.97 - Completed New AchievementsNew Hunter: Doctor Toxinv0.98 - In Progress Survivor TutorialHunter TutorialFear Mechanic ReworkThis update focuses on onboarding improvements and refining core game-play systems.v0.99 - Next phaseInventory Polish & UpdatesSolo ScenariosBot ImprovementsThis phase expands solo play options while improving AI behavior and overall match flow.v1.0 - Planned Communication MechanicNew Playable Content (Hunter/Survivor additions)Match Presentation ImprovementsOverall Polish, Balance & StabilityVersion 1.0 is focused on solidifying the core experience and delivering a more complete Hunt Grounds experience. Development priorities may evolve based on feedback and testing. Thank you for supporting Hunt Grounds.
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• Announcements·2 Feb 2026Official

  Hunt Grounds v0.977: Bot behavior p1

  This update focuses on improving bot behavior and match flow.AI & GameplaySurvivor bots can now become TraitorsSurvivor bots can now barricade doorsBot Survivors will now escape using the optional escape route when availableAdded Doctor Toxin as a Hunter botFixes & ImprovementsFixed an issue where bots appeared stationary while playing running animationsFixed display names not updating correctly in the lobbyKnown IssuesEnd-game scores may display incorrect values in the score panelCamera item may occasionally malfunction on Marlow RidgeThese issues are already tracked and will be addressed in upcoming updates.
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