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Explore Colorado and Texas, track wildlife with your hunting dog, master realistic weapons, and discover the dynamic SimFauna ecosystem.
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Maps: Guide to Reserves, Biomes, and Wildlife
Hunting Simulator 3 maps feature Colorado and Texas across distinct biomes. Compare reserve sizes, 37 confirmed species, and terrain across both regions.
Weapons: Confirmed Firearms and Gear
Hunting Simulator 3 weapons feature authentic licensed brands, suppressors, and calibers. Review all confirmed rifles, shotguns, bows, and attachments.
Lodge Customization and Trophy Guide
Hunting Simulator 3 lodge customization lets you redecorate rooms with themes like Oak and Birch, display scored taxidermy, and unlock sets via challenges.
Hunting Simulator 3 vs Way of the Hunter: Which Sim Fits You?
Compare Hunting Simulator 3 vs Way of the Hunter on mechanics, animal aging, cameras, and gear to find which hunting experience matches your playstyle.
Vehicles: Models, Brands, and Garage System
Hunting Simulator 3 vehicles include licensed UTVs and SUVs from Kawasaki, Polaris, and Ford to navigate 100 km² maps across Colorado and Texas.
Gear Customization: Complete Loadout Guide
Hunting Simulator 3 gear customization lets you modify weapons, attachments, companion gear, and vehicle loadouts. Here is how every setup works.
Price: Editions and DLC Breakdown
Hunting Simulator 3 price starts at $39.99 on PC and $49.99 on PS5 and Xbox Series X|S. Check regional pricing, deluxe upgrade fees, and edition details.
Hunting Simulator 3 vs 2: Key Differences and Upgrades
Compare Hunting Simulator 3 vs Hunting Simulator 2 across Unreal Engine 5, SimFauna herd aging, drivable vehicles, and expanded hunting dog mechanics.
Suppressors: Stats, Noise, and Setup
Hunting Simulator 3 suppressors reduce animal alert range by up to 35 percent. Compare all four HS Silencer models, stats, and attachment steps.
Wildlife Management and SimFauna Guide
Hunting Simulator 3 wildlife management uses the SimFauna system to simulate animal life cycles, DNA scores, selective culling, and predator behaviors.
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Your Hunting Simulator 3 Journey
Beginner Launch Guide
This guide covers starter difficulty options, essential backpack inventory upgrades, licensing tags, and early companion commands.
Animal Tracking Guide
This walkthrough explains how to lock footprint trails, read blood spatter patterns, navigate need zones, and handle your GPS.
Weapons and Ballistics
This reference details licensed rifles, shotguns, approved ethical calibers, and noise-reducing muzzle attachments.
Reserves and Wildlife
This overview details the 37 launch species across the Colorado mountains and Texas outback to help plan efficient hunting expeditions.
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Guides & References
Demo: Steam Next Fest Dates and Guide
The Hunting Simulator 3 demo launches during Steam Next Fest from October 19 to October 26, 2026. Here is what is included and how to play.
Early Access: Release Date, Demo, & Gameplay
Hunting Simulator 3 early access reveals release details, Steam Next Fest demo timing, pricing, licenses, and core hunting gameplay.
Release Date, Platforms, and Launch Details
Hunting Simulator 3 release date is confirmed for October 29, 2026, across PC, PS5, and Xbox Series X/S. Here are the launch details and features.
PC Release Date, System Specs, and Features
Hunting Simulator 3 PC launches on Steam with Windows 11 requirements, DLSS support, licensed gear, and the dynamic SimFauna animal ecosystem.
Xbox Series X: Release Date and Features
Hunting Simulator 3 Xbox Series X launches on October 29, 2026. Check official edition details, pricing, pre-order bonuses, and console features.
Apex Predator Edition: Content & Price Guide
Hunting Simulator 3 Apex Predator Edition includes exclusive firearms, the Polaris Ranger EV, dog gear, and lodge sets. Here is every confirmed detail.
Classic American Hunter Pack Guide
The Hunting Simulator 3 classic american hunter pack adds a Winchester rifle, American Foxhound, and hats. Here is what is included and how to get it.
Pre-Order Guide: Editions and Pricing
Hunting Simulator 3 pre order options include Standard and Apex Predator Editions with bonus firearms, dogs, and gear across PC, PS5, and Xbox.
Price: Editions and DLC Breakdown
Hunting Simulator 3 price starts at $39.99 on PC and $49.99 on PS5 and Xbox Series X|S. Check regional pricing, deluxe upgrade fees, and edition details.
Animal Tracking and Trail Guide
Track game efficiently in Hunting Simulator 3 with this complete guide to reading footprints, using your GPS, commanding hunting dogs, and scouting need zones.
Beginners Guide: Essential Launch Tips
Our Hunting Simulator 3 beginners guide covers license tags, the backpack slot upgrade, companion dog commands, and essential early-game hunt tips.
Clay Pigeon Shooting: Guide & Leaderboards
Practice Hunting Simulator 3 clay pigeon shooting at the lodge range to tune shotgun timing, hit aerial targets, and climb the competitive leaderboards.
Gear Customization: Complete Loadout Guide
Hunting Simulator 3 gear customization lets you modify weapons, attachments, companion gear, and vehicle loadouts. Here is how every setup works.
Lodge Customization and Trophy Guide
Hunting Simulator 3 lodge customization lets you redecorate rooms with themes like Oak and Birch, display scored taxidermy, and unlock sets via challenges.
Maps: Guide to Reserves, Biomes, and Wildlife
Hunting Simulator 3 maps feature Colorado and Texas across distinct biomes. Compare reserve sizes, 37 confirmed species, and terrain across both regions.
Animal List: All 37 Species in Both Reserves
The complete Hunting Simulator 3 animal list features 37 confirmed species across Colorado and Texas, including big game, predators, and waterfowl.
SimFauna: Complete Ecosystem Breakdown
Hunting Simulator 3 SimFauna introduces dynamic ecosystems where animal life cycles, genetics, herd hierarchies, and predator behavior evolve over time.
Wildlife Management and SimFauna Guide
Hunting Simulator 3 wildlife management uses the SimFauna system to simulate animal life cycles, DNA scores, selective culling, and predator behaviors.
Bows: Models, Arrows, and Archery Guide
Hunting Simulator 3 bows include licensed Bear Archery models and specialized arrow grains. Check confirmed setups, sights, and range testing.
Crossbows: Models and Mechanics
Hunting Simulator 3 crossbows include officially licensed Bear Archery equipment like the Saga 405 for silent, precision hunting in Colorado and Texas.
Suppressors: Stats, Noise, and Setup
Hunting Simulator 3 suppressors reduce animal alert range by up to 35 percent. Compare all four HS Silencer models, stats, and attachment steps.
Vehicles: Models, Brands, and Garage System
Hunting Simulator 3 vehicles include licensed UTVs and SUVs from Kawasaki, Polaris, and Ford to navigate 100 km² maps across Colorado and Texas.
Weapons: Confirmed Firearms and Gear
Hunting Simulator 3 weapons feature authentic licensed brands, suppressors, and calibers. Review all confirmed rifles, shotguns, bows, and attachments.
Review: Early Access Impressions & Mechanics
Hunting Simulator 3 review covering early access gameplay, the SimFauna ecosystem, weapon licensing, dog tracking, system requirements, and reserves.
Hunting Simulator 3 vs 2: Key Differences and Upgrades
Compare Hunting Simulator 3 vs Hunting Simulator 2 across Unreal Engine 5, SimFauna herd aging, drivable vehicles, and expanded hunting dog mechanics.
Hunting Simulator 3 vs Call of the Wild: Features & Systems
Compare Hunting Simulator 3 vs Call of the Wild across SimFauna animal aging, tag quotas, camera perspectives, ballistics, and pacing.
Hunting Simulator 3 vs Way of the Hunter: Which Sim Fits You?
Compare Hunting Simulator 3 vs Way of the Hunter on mechanics, animal aging, cameras, and gear to find which hunting experience matches your playstyle.
The Game at a Glance
What is Hunting Simulator 3?
Hunting Simulator 3 is an open-world hunting simulation developed by Nacon Studio Ghent and published by Nacon on Unreal Engine 5. Players venture across massive 100-square-kilometer reserves set in Colorado and Texas, tracking 37 wildlife species governed by the dynamic SimFauna ecosystem engine alongside companion hunting dogs and licensed outdoor equipment.
An expedition starts at the central hunting lodge where players purchase species tags, select approved calibers, and customize gear loadouts. Out in the wild, hunters follow trails, command hunting dogs, and glass need zones on foot or via electric UTVs, taking ethical vital shots to secure high-scoring trophies or fulfill butcher supply contracts.
Explore All Guides- Developer
- Nacon Studio Ghent
- Publisher
- Nacon
- Platform
- Windows PC
- Genre
- Simulation
- Release Date
- Oct 29, 2026
- Hunting Regions
- 2
- Colorado Species
- 19
- Texas Species
- 18
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Release Date and Demo
Hunting Simulator 3 launches on October 29, 2026, for PC, PlayStation 5, and Xbox Series X|S. A playable Steam demo is scheduled to arrive on October 19, offering an early taste of tracking wildlife and hunting.
Hunting Simulator 3 officially launches worldwide on October 29, 2026 for PC, PlayStation 5, and Xbox Series X/S.
A free PC demo runs on Steam from October 19 to October 26, 2026 ahead of the full commercial release.
The playable demo offers access to the central Club HQ practice facilities and a dedicated exploration sector of Colorado.
Beginner Guide
Learn the hunting basics: identify tracks, listen for wildlife, and use your dog to locate prey. Prepare your equipment, consider wind and shooting distance, and respect hunting regulations and quotas.
Pick a difficulty preset like Scout or Ranger to configure HUD tracking highlights, scent strength, and aim visualization.
Purchase a backpack at the lodge wardrobe to unlock a second firearm slot and expand consumable gear capacity to six items.
Acquire species-specific tags and match your ammunition caliber at the lodge terminal before heading out into the reserve.
More details
Issue tactical orders like Scout, Trail, and Retrieve using the radial command wheel to track quarry and collect downed game.
Weapons and Equipment
Explore licensed rifles, shotguns, bows, and crossbows from major hunting brands. Archery options include the Bear Divergent Iron compound bow, Grizzly Shedua recurve bow, and Saga 405 crossbow.
Hunters can wield authentic firearms from Beretta, Browning, Winchester, Remington, and Verney-Carron across multiple action types.
Archery equipment includes the Divergent Iron compound bow, Grizzly Shedua recurve bow, and Saga 405 crossbow with matched arrow grains.
Equipping HS silencers cuts gunfire detection distance by up to 35 percent, while muzzle brakes reduce felt recoil by 20 to 30 percent.
Maps and Wildlife
Explore Colorado and Texas, with wildlife ranging from small game to large predators. Texas species include Collared Peccary, Desert Bighorn Sheep, and Rio Grande Turkey, while SimFauna makes animals age and react to your actions.
The Colorado reserve covers 100 square kilometers across seven biomes, hosting 19 native species including elk, bighorn sheep, and wolves.
The Texas reserve spans 100 square kilometers across three regions, featuring 18 species such as pronghorn, feral hogs, and exotic nilgai.
Animals follow daily routines cycling between feeding, drinking, and resting zones that players can inspect and track on handheld GPS units.
Hunting Dog Guide
Your hunting dog helps spot tracks, follow trails, and retrieve small game through commands issued with the command wheel. Additional companion options include the American Foxhound bonus and a yellow-coated Labrador offered through MyNacon account creation.
Hunters can partner with working dog breeds such as the Labrador Retriever, Bluetick Coonhound, and American Foxhound.
Use the command wheel to send your dog to scout for fresh scent trails, follow blood spatter, or retrieve downed waterfowl.
Equipping a dedicated dog storage box module on your UTV allows your canine companion to travel alongside you across the reserve.
PC System Requirements
Check the minimum and recommended PC specifications before heading into the wilderness. Both require 64-bit Windows 11, DirectX 12, and 25 GB of storage, with 8 GB RAM minimum and 16 GB recommended.
Both minimum and recommended PC specifications require a 64-bit installation of Windows 11 and DirectX 12 compatibility.
Minimum hardware targets an Intel Core i5-9400F or AMD Ryzen 5 3600 processor paired with an RTX 2060 or RX 5600 XT graphics card.
Recommended hardware calls for an Intel Core i5-14600K or AMD Ryzen 9 7900X CPU, 16 GB of RAM, and an RTX 4060 or RX 6800 XT GPU.
Editions and Bonuses
Compare Standard and Apex Predator editions, including the latter's Remington weapons, accessories, vehicle camouflage, and lodge decorations. The Classic American Hunter bonus includes a Winchester rifle, American Foxhound, and Woolchap hat; PC players can obtain it free during the first two weeks after launch.
The base game is priced at 39.99 dollars on PC via Steam and 49.99 dollars on PlayStation 5 and Xbox Series X/S.
The Apex Predator Edition adds two Remington firearms, dog protective gear, Bushnell rangefinding optics, and a Polaris Ranger EV.
Early buyers receive the Classic American Hunter Pack featuring the Winchester Model 1892 rifle, American Foxhound, and Woolchap hat.
Quick Answers
Frequently Asked Questions
When is the official release date for Hunting Simulator 3?
Hunting Simulator 3 releases worldwide on October 29, 2026.
What platforms will Hunting Simulator 3 be available on?
The game launches on PC via Steam, PlayStation 5, and Xbox Series X/S, bypassing older-generation consoles like PlayStation 4 and Xbox One.
Does Hunting Simulator 3 have a free playable demo?
Yes, a free playable PC demo will be hosted on Steam during Steam Next Fest from October 19 to October 26, 2026.
What is the SimFauna system in Hunting Simulator 3?
SimFauna is an ecosystem simulation engine that assigns dynamic life cycles, individual DNA scores, and natural need routines to wildlife rather than relying on static animal spawns.
Can you switch between camera views in Hunting Simulator 3?
Yes, players can freely toggle between a wide third-person chase camera, an over-the-shoulder stalking view, and precision first-person scope aiming.
What happens if you harvest an animal without a valid tag in Hunting Simulator 3?
Harvesting an animal without a valid tag or with an unapproved caliber disables taxidermy mounting and slashes your carcass payout to a flat one dollar.
Where will you start?
Start with beginner hunting guides, explore the animal lists, or compare weapons and gear.
Hunting Simulator 3 · Platform: Windows PC, PlayStation 5, Xbox Series X|S · Developer: Nacon Studio Ghent
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Wildlife Management and SimFauna Guide
Hunting Simulator 3 wildlife management uses the SimFauna system to simulate animal life cycles, DNA scores, selective culling, and predator behaviors.
Bows: Models, Arrows, and Archery Guide
Hunting Simulator 3 bows include licensed Bear Archery models and specialized arrow grains. Check confirmed setups, sights, and range testing.
Crossbows: Models and Mechanics
Hunting Simulator 3 crossbows include officially licensed Bear Archery equipment like the Saga 405 for silent, precision hunting in Colorado and Texas.
Classic American Hunter Pack Guide
The Hunting Simulator 3 classic american hunter pack adds a Winchester rifle, American Foxhound, and hats. Here is what is included and how to get it.
Beginners Guide: Essential Launch Tips
Our Hunting Simulator 3 beginners guide covers license tags, the backpack slot upgrade, companion dog commands, and essential early-game hunt tips.
SimFauna: Complete Ecosystem Breakdown
Hunting Simulator 3 SimFauna introduces dynamic ecosystems where animal life cycles, genetics, herd hierarchies, and predator behavior evolve over time.
Pre-Order Guide: Editions and Pricing
Hunting Simulator 3 pre order options include Standard and Apex Predator Editions with bonus firearms, dogs, and gear across PC, PS5, and Xbox.
Lodge Customization and Trophy Guide
Hunting Simulator 3 lodge customization lets you redecorate rooms with themes like Oak and Birch, display scored taxidermy, and unlock sets via challenges.
Animal List: All 37 Species in Both Reserves
The complete Hunting Simulator 3 animal list features 37 confirmed species across Colorado and Texas, including big game, predators, and waterfowl.
Price: Editions and DLC Breakdown
Hunting Simulator 3 price starts at $39.99 on PC and $49.99 on PS5 and Xbox Series X|S. Check regional pricing, deluxe upgrade fees, and edition details.