The Hunt Showdown universe, which brings to life the tension of being both hunter and hunted in the depths of dark and spooky swamps, has joined the Game Pass library with a brand new breath. Crytek's production, which has been developing for many years and attracts attention with its unique atmosphere, has become available for free on PC Game Pass and Windows Store as of April 14, 2025. Reborn as "Hunt Showdown 1896", the game promises players a completely different experience with not only a name change, but also an advanced graphics engine that offers a visual feast, a brand new map and an exciting game mode.
Hunt Showdown, created by Crytek, creator of games that left their mark on the gaming world such as Far Cry and Crysis, underwent a comprehensive renewal process last year. The most obvious sign of this renaming was the game’s name being changed to “Hunt Showdown 1896.” On the technical side, the game experienced a noticeable leap in visual quality with the switch to the CryEngine 5.12 engine. This modernization allows the game to run more optimized on all platforms, while offering players a much more impressive atmosphere.
One of the most striking innovations of the renewed Hunt Showdown 1896 is the addition of the Colorado map to the game. This new map, which was offered free of charge after a three-year hiatus, offers players the opportunity to try different tactical approaches with its unique geography and settlements. This vast map, which extends from forested areas to abandoned towns, takes the tension between the hunted and the hunter to a different dimension. In addition, the “Bounty Clash” mode added to the game has been highly acclaimed for its PvP-focused structure. This new mode, which emphasizes both individual skills and teamwork, brings a competitive and dynamic breath to the Hunt Showdown world.
The inclusion of Hunt Showdown 1896 in the PC Game Pass library is an important part of Crytek’s strategy to bring the game to a wider audience. Game Pass subscribers will have immediate access to this unique experience at no additional cost. The game’s availability on the Windows Store and Turkish language support significantly increases accessibility for local players. This will allow more players to enter this unforgiving world of dark swamps and dangerous creatures.
Currently, a special event called “Garden of the Witch” is ongoing, Hunt Showdown 1896 offers players limited-time special missions and unique content. Offering both a perfect starting point for new hunters and an unmissable opportunity for series loyalists, Hunt Showdown 1896 has become one of the most attractive alternatives on Game Pass for those looking for a long-term, adrenaline-filled online experience. The hunt begins!
