Hotfix 8.3.1 addresses map-related performance issues and extends the current Community Challenge.

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Fixed a bug preventing Community Challenge rewards from unlocking upon 100% completion.
A hotfix addressing save game issues, animal behavior adjustments for birds, and various bug fixes across equipment, multiplayer, and UI.
- MultiplayerClay Throwerfunctionality—→Working
The Clay Thrower is now fully functional in multiplayer sessions.
- Trophy Lodgevisuals
Fixed a bug where swapped trophies did not appear normally after replacing existing ones.
- UIExpert Hunting Dog Menuerror message
Fixed an issue where the error message after aborting a dog package purchase could not be closed without exiting the menu.
- SystemShooting Rangeperformance
Removed momentary freezes and stutters when firing birdshot from a shotgun at the shooting range.
- Waterfowlvisibility
Fixed an issue where waterfowl did not appear normally in multiplayer games.
- MultiplayerFlushingbird reaction
Ground birds now react appropriately when flushed by the host player.
- DogFlushUI visibility
The 'Flush' command now consistently displays on the dog wheel when available.
- DogPointingbird wariness
Birds are now less likely to be spooked when the dog points at them.
- UIHunting Pressure Tooltippositioning
Adjusted the placement of the Hunting Pressure Tooltip to prevent overlap with other information boxes.
- Equipmentavailability—→Added
Decoys and callers for birds found in both Salzwiesen Park and other maps are now available to players who only own Salzwiesen Park.
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A bugfix patch addressing issues from the Rhododendron Update, focusing on animal respawn logic, weapon accuracy, and mission completion in Sundarpatan Nepal Reserve.
- Generalrespawn timinginstant→normal
Animals no longer instantly respawn when a player reenters a map, returning to the intended respawn timing.
- Generalmid-range accuracy
Weapons are once again accurate at middle range for players who have not unlocked the Zeroing perk.
- SystemTrophy Lodge Transitionstabilitycrash→stable
Fixed a rare crash occurring when transitioning to the Trophy Lodge while using Low Graphics settings on PC.
- Sundarpatan Nepal ReserveSide Missionscompletionbroken→fixed
Players can now complete the side missions 'The Hills', 'Icy Mountain', and 'Low Land'; some locations may need to be revisited.
A hotfix addressing various stability crashes, UI bugs, and save data restoration issues following the Showcase Update.
- Generalstability
Fixed a rare crash occurring after switching loadouts that could prevent the game from launching.
- GeneralHunting Dogfast travel
Resolved an occasional crash when fast traveling with the Hunting Dog in multiplayer.
- Generalmain menu
Fixed rare crashes when pressing 'Continue' or changing Reserves from the main menu.
- GeneralHunt Club menu
Fixed a crash that affected a small number of players when accessing the Hunt Club menu.
- GeneralPOI Icons
Points of Interest icons are now correctly hidden when the 'Hide POI Icons' option is selected.
- +1 more
The in-game DLC store is now available for Steam users to improve accessibility to additional content.
What got changed
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- ⚙️+32/-1▲ +3123mo ago
General
GeneralGameplay · Mechanics · StabilitySignificant stability improvements and crash fixes for menus and multiplayer.
- ⚙️+15/-2▲ +1391mo ago
Missions
GeneralQuests · Vurhonga Savanna · ProgressionReduced frustration through fairer requirements and bug fixes.
- ⚙️+14/-0▲ +1491mo ago
User Interface
GeneralUX · Store · UISignificant quality-of-life improvements to menus and controls.
- ⚙️+7/-0▲ +723mo ago
Animals
GeneralWildlife · AI · GeneralMore realistic animal behavior and fixed scoring bugs.
- 🔫+7/-0▲ +7101mo ago
Weapons
WeaponCombat · Bows · RiflesBetter visual polish and more consistent aiming/firing behavior.
- ⚙️+5/-0▲ +518mo ago
Multiplayer
GeneralCo-op · Multiplayer · OnlineMore stable multiplayer experience with some restricted menu options.
- ⚙️+5/-0▲ +5112mo ago
Performance
GeneralOptimization · Graphics · StabilityBetter overall performance and reduced crashing.
- ⚙️+4/-0▲ +418mo ago
Trophy Lodge
GeneralTrophies · Lodge · CollectionSignificant stability and functionality improvements to the trophy lodge system.
- ⚙️+3/-0▲ +3100mo ago
Audio
GeneralSound · Hirschfelden · Layton LakeIncreased audio variety and improved sound mixing.
- 🔫+2/-1▲ +188mo ago
Shotguns
WeaponShotgun · Weapon · TrophyImproved accuracy for scoped shotguns while crouching and various visual polish.
- 🔫+3/-0▲ +3109mo ago
Saber 4x4 ATV
WeaponVehicle · Traversal · DLCSignificantly increases map mobility and accessibility for players.
- 🗺️+2/-0▲ +288mo ago
Parque Fernando
MapMap · Wildlife · ReserveMassive expansion of content with new species and a new hunting environment.
- ⚙️+2/-0▲ +274mo ago
Mule Deer
GeneralAnimals · Visuals · PreyEasier to land vital shots for higher scores.
- ⚙️+2/-0▲ +27mo ago
Community Challenge
GeneralEvent · Cosmetics · RewardsPlayers who completed the challenge will now correctly receive their rewards.
- ⚙️+2/-0▲ +289mo ago
Roe Deer
GeneralPrey · DeerEasier to land vital shots for higher scores.
- ⚙️+2/-0▲ +289mo ago
Roosevelt Elk
GeneralPrey · ElkEasier to land vital shots for higher scores.
- ⚙️+2/-0▲ +289mo ago
Reindeer
GeneralPrey · DeerEasier to land vital shots for higher scores.
- 🔫+2/-0▲ +2110mo ago
7mm Rifle
WeaponRifle · Firearm · Mid-Long RangeCorrected accuracy while crouching makes the rifle more reliable in stealth positions.
- 🔫+2/-0▲ +2110mo ago
.338 Rifle
WeaponRifle · Firearm · Long RangeCorrected accuracy while crouching makes the rifle more reliable in stealth positions.
- 🔫+1/-1≈ 0112mo ago
.270 Warden
WeaponRifleNow viable for completing all intended missions.
- ⚡+2/-0▲ +218mo ago
Dog
SkillCompanion · Hunting DogImproved dog utility and better synergy with bird hunting.
- ⚙️+2/-0▲ +218mo ago
UI
GeneralInterface · ConsoleGeneral quality of life and text corrections.
- ⚙️+2/-0▲ +262mo ago
Dog
GeneralCompanion · UtilityImproved stability and reliability of dog tracking and trait progression.
- ⚙️+2/-0▲ +291mo ago
Waterfowl
GeneralBirds · HuntingWaterfowl hunting is now more reliable and less prone to glitchy behavior.
- ⚙️+2/-0▲ +2100mo ago
Hunting Structures
GeneralCover · EquipmentBetter stealth and more reliable placement of hunting blinds.
- ⚙️+2/-0▲ +2100mo ago
Tracking
GeneralUI · PerformanceMore reliable tracking indicators and smoother performance during hunts.
- 🗺️+2/-0▲ +2101mo ago
Map
MapExploration · EnvironmentImproved world immersion with enterable buildings and refined terrain.
- ⚙️+2/-0▲ +2107mo ago
Inventory
GeneralUI · EquipmentSignificantly improved equipment management and carrying capacity.
- ⚙️+2/-0▲ +2109mo ago
Shooting Range
GeneralTraining · UIBetter training tools and fixed visibility issues.
- 🧰+2/-0▲ +2109mo ago
Tents & Ground Blinds
ItemEquipment · DLCMuch higher value for DLC purchasers and improved visuals.
- ⚙️+1/-0▲ +180mo ago
Bears
GeneralPredator · AI · AnimalBears are once again huntable after a critical freezing bug was resolved.
- 🧰+1/-0▲ +118mo ago
Equipment
ItemDecoys · Callers · Salzwiesen ParkNew specialized tools for the new species in Parque Fernando.
- ⚙️+1/-0▲ +118mo ago
System
GeneralPerformance · Optimization · PCImproved game stability for low-end PC users.
- +0/-1▼ -118mo ago
Upland Birds
AnimalPheasant · Grouse · HuntingHarder to sneak up on upland birds as they are more skittish.
- +1/-0▲ +118mo ago
Waterfowl
AnimalDuck · Goose · HuntingEasier to attract and spot waterfowl.
- 🗺️+1/-0▲ +123mo ago
Sundarpatan Nepal Reserve
MapNepal · MissionsPlayers can now progress and complete previously broken side missions.
- ⚙️+1/-0▲ +172mo ago
Mountain Goat
GeneralAnimal · AIMore realistic fleeing behavior when hunted.
- ⚙️+1/-0▲ +174mo ago
Mouflon, Gemsbok, and Kudu
GeneralAnimals · HuntingRare animals are now appearing more consistently in the world.
- 🔫+1/-0▲ +180mo ago
CB-65 Compound Bow
WeaponBow · StealthEasier to get close to animals without spooking them.
- ⚡+1/-0▲ +188mo ago
Focused Shot
SkillPerk · CombatIron sights are now viable with the Focused Shot perk.
- ⚡+1/-0▲ +189mo ago
Spine Shot
SkillCombat · ScoringMore lenient window to achieve quick kill bonuses on spine shots.
- ⚙️+0/-1▼ -189mo ago
Spinal Cord
GeneralCombat · AnatomyRemoves the 'easy' instant-kill method for large animals like buffalo and bison.
- ⚙️+1/-0▲ +189mo ago
Quick Kill Bonus
GeneralCombat · ScoringEasier to achieve Quick Kill bonuses on vital organ hits.
- 🔫+1/-0▲ +1103mo ago
Caversham 12-gauge shotgun
WeaponShotgunWeapon is now more effective due to corrected pellet spread.
- ⚙️+1/-0▲ +1104mo ago
Multiplayer Spotting
GeneralMultiplayer · Co-op · UtilitySignificantly improves team communication and animal tracking in multiplayer.
- 🔫+1/-0▲ +1104mo ago
12-Gauge Buckshot
WeaponShotgun · CombatHigher damage output per shot makes the shotgun more effective.
- ⚙️+1/-0▲ +1104mo ago
Moose
GeneralAnimal · CombatMore reliable critical hits on Moose.
- 🧰+1/-0▲ +1105mo ago
Arctic Outfit
ItemCosmetic · GearNew cosmetic option available to all players.
- 🧰+1/-0▲ +1107mo ago
Tents and Ground Blinds
ItemEquipment · UtilityPrevents loss of essential blinds and tents.
- ⚙️+1/-0▲ +1107mo ago
Gameplay
GeneralBugfix · ATV · GeneralGeneral polish and bug fixes for vehicles and equipment.
- ⚙️+1/-0▲ +1109mo ago
ATV
GeneralVehicle · MultiplayerBetter integration into multiplayer settings and improved documentation via the Codex.
- 🗺️+1/-0▲ +1109mo ago
Hirschfelden
MapMap · ExplorationMore fast-travel and storage options available.
- 🗺️+1/-0▲ +1109mo ago
Layton Lake
MapMap · ExplorationBetter map coverage and fixed spawning exploits.
- 🗺️+1/-0▲ +1110mo ago
Shooting Range
MapPractice · Hirschfelden · TrainingPlayers can now master weapon ballistics and aim without wasting resources.
- 🧰+1/-0▲ +1110mo ago
Tents & Groundblinds
ItemEquipment · UtilityEasier access to equipment after dismantling in the field.
- ⚙️+1/-0▲ +1112mo ago
Skills & Perks
GeneralProgression · CharacterGreater flexibility in character builds via a new respec system.
- ⚙️+0/-1▼ -1113mo ago
Player Movement
GeneralStealth · MovementSlower stealth movement increases the time required to approach animals.
- ⚙️+1/-0▲ +1113mo ago
Player Progression
GeneralEconomy · LevelingFaster access to better equipment and skills.
- ⚙️+0/-0≈ 089mo ago
Lion
GeneralPredator · Big GameImproved stability and more natural behavior during confrontations.
- ⚙️+0/-0≈ 089mo ago
Buffalo
GeneralPrey · Big GameCorrect tracking visuals for Buffalo.
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