The most anticipated patch for Hunt Showdown, Scorched Earth, is packed with new content and game-changing features. According to the devs, it’s going to ramp up the already strained and immersive survival horror feel. Released on August 15, 2024, this update brings a lot of new enemies, weapons, and game mechanics. It also features the long-awaited CryEngine 5.11 upgrade, including visual and performance improvements.

Mammon’s Gulch: A New Battleground

This setting is in sharp contrast to the other swampy, richly dense locations that gamers have become used to. The map is characterized by massive mountainous landscapes and towering cliffs, with deep valleys. All these give not only the view but also offer strategic advantages and challenges in operation. Snipers can take advantage of the high ground the mountains offer to pick off their opponents from long range, while those who prefer close-range combat can use the rugged terrain to their advantage by ambushing unsuspecting enemies.

What jumps out in Mammon’s Gulch is the dynamic environmental hazards. Scattered throughout the map are several of these oil wells, some of them ablaze, pulling in that extra element of danger as the scorched earth below players tolls the death knell for the inferno. These burning areas are not only visually stunning, but they might affect gameplay by reducing the line of sight and opening up possibilities for players to be funneled by the deadly encounters.

Hellborn – A Blazing New Threat

Of the many awesome additions in this patch for Hunt Showdown, one of the newest Wild Targets brought into the game is the Hellborn. It is a grotesque, flaming flesh aberration birthed from the very depths of Mammon’s Gulch. This will look not only fearsome to the player but is also designed to instill fear into some of the more seasoned Hunters.

They can track the Hellborn using the Dark Sight. Furthermore, they will use their sense of hearing to get wind of the creature’s characteristic howls to track its whereabouts. As one finally encounters the Hellborn, it rains fireballs on top of the player and unleashes all sorts of other fiery attacks that result in a fast and crushing defeat if one is not prepared. Topping this monster is no easy task, and if one does make it fall, they will receive a Bounty Token and another being introduced with this event: a Burn Token. Upon his death, The Hellborn lets out a deafening screech that alerts nearby Hunters to its demise, making the retrieval of rewards a risky endeavor.

Choose Your Allegiance With New Pacts

Scorched Earth introduces a whole new system of Pacts whereby players pledge allegiance in Hunt Showdown to one of the three most different factions: the Lawful Pact, the Wilderness Pact, or the Demented Pact. According to the pact, some traits would alter drastically and change in-game strategies with added tactical advantages.

Lawful Pact: Hunters aligning with this faction get Traits such as “Peacekeeper,” refilling an empty Health Chunk upon looting a dead Hunter’s body. The Conditional Trait Effect “Packmule” has hunters finding extra ammo when looting, and “Vigilant” increases the Dark Sight radius by 100%.

Wilderness Pact: This pact prefers a much more organic kind of play. The new trait “Surefoot” allows Hunters to sprint while having primed throwables or when using a First Aid Kit. The “Beastface” trait avoids triggering the animals or breaking branches, and “Frontiersman” gives an extra Pledge Mark for each 30 Event Points collected during a mission.

Demented Pact: For those who prefer being right in the action, Demented Pact offers Traits such as “Berserker,” which increases melee damage, or “Adrenaline,” which increases speed by 25% while in critical health. The “Ghoul” Trait restores health when damaging a Boss Target or Wild Target.

Through the use of Pacts, hunters will be able to earn Event Pledge Marks with various actions and acquire even more boons and rewards with the collected Marks, which shall become a key strategic decision.

New Weapons and Tools

The Scorched Earth patch in Hunt Showdown is also bringing new weapons and tools that add some variety and depth into combat encounters. Notable additions include the 1865 Carbine and Infantry 73L base rifle with a sniper variant for long-range engagements. With the addition of the scope, the Crossbow Deadeye may change players’ outlook on ranged combat. These firearms come alongside bear traps, added as a new tool that raises the extent of strategy in the game, controlling key areas or trapping unsuspecting foes.

Battle Pass Challenges

The patch will introduce a brand new Weekly Challenge system into Hunt Showdown to keep the experience fresh and rewarding. The system will make things much easier for players in Hunt Showdown who start mid-way through the event, so it’s an even playing field in regards to earning rewards. Speaking of rewards, there will also be a Battle Pass with both free and premium tiers, featuring a lot of exclusive items, cosmetics, and more.

Graphics and Performance Updates

This patch is an enormous technological advance for Hunt Showdown, using CryEngine 5.11 to deliver improved graphics, increased detail on environments, and smoother performance on next-generation hardware like the PlayStation 5 and Xbox Series X|S. This patch will treat the game with visual improvements while making the game experience even more immersive and responsive.

Conclusion

The Scorched Earth patch is a large update, with serious content and features for Hunt Showdown. A new, terrifying Hellborn Wild Target, and strategic depth lent by new Pacts and Traits, this patch will further flesh out the already rich and atmospheric world of the game. Tied in with new weapons, tools, and a raft of visual improvements, this update ensures Hunt Showdown continues to evolve and challenge its players in exciting new ways.

For More Great Content

Are you desiring top-tier content that covers everything? From thrilling sports and intoxicating entertainment news to gaming tips and professional betting advice, Total Apex covers it all. Delve into our no-fluff articles to stay ahead of the game with the latest sports action, uncover the hottest trends in entertainment, and get the latest scoops in the gaming industry that will take your experiences to the next level. 

Finally, our betting advice will give you a decisive edge over the competition and increase your odds of beating the books. Whether you’re looking to stay updated or gain a competitive edge, Total Apex is your one-stop shop for all things compelling and relevant. Don’t forget we cover Fantasy Sports, too!

Check out all our sites: Total Apex Sports, Total Apex Fantasy Sports, Total Apex Entertainment, Total Apex Sports Bets, and Total Apex Gaming. Out of the ashes of obscurity will rise a beast. Always remember to Respect The Hustle! Follow us on Twitter/X @TotalApexSports to stay informed.