Crytek is set to transform Hunt: Showdown 1896 with an electrifying collaboration featuring nine-time Diamond-certified artist Post Malone. The latest in-game event, Post Malone’s Murder Circus, is scheduled to debut on December 12, 2024, across PC, PlayStation 5, and Xbox Series X|S. This limited-time event promises players a darkly immersive experience, blending the eerie world of Hunt with Post Malone’s unmistakable creative flair.
Set against the twisted backdrop of a supernatural sideshow, the event will unfold across Hunt’s Bayou, Gulch, and other regions. Players will have until February 10, 2025, to venture into the sinister circus and claim their prizes.
“When we heard that Post Malone was such a huge fan of the game, we knew we wanted to bring his artistic touch to the world of Hunt,” said Scott Lussier, Game Director for Hunt: Showdown 1896. “The Murder Circus’ dark history and otherworldly powers are a perfect fit for the twisted world of Hunt, and we can’t wait for players to experience the madness firsthand.”
What to Expect in Post Malone’s Murder Circus
The event promises an array of exclusive features that challenge even the most seasoned hunters:
New Circus-Themed Content and Mechanics
- Circus-Specific Compounds: Unique compounds appearing across all Bounty Hunt mode maps.
- Fortune-Telling Machine: A mysterious contraption that trades Pledge Marks for rare traits—but beware the cost.
- Circus Shooting Range: A venue for testing skill and strategy.
Freakishly New Enemies
- Ursa Mortis: A two-headed AI adversary with a chilling design and powerful attack patterns.
- Circus Grunts: Dressed in grotesque costumes, these AI enemies wield thematic weapons and add a horrifying dimension to gameplay.
Innovative Arsenal and Gear
- Shredder: An experimental mythic weapon that shoots sawblades capable of ricocheting off surfaces.
- Chu Ko Nu: A rapid-fire repeating crossbow, offering versatility and firepower.
Additionally, the fan-favorite Lawson Delta map returns with a dramatic update, accompanied by two new songs from Port Sulphur Band to enrich the atmosphere.
A Darkly Intriguing Narrative
The Murder Circus is no ordinary carnival—it’s a malevolent force steeped in crime and corruption. Once led by a debonair Ringmaster, the circus amassed a reputation for theft, murder, and abduction. But it was the cursed HelioStone, a dark artifact gifted to the Ringmaster, that turned the troupe into something far more sinister.
Now, the Murder Circus roams Louisiana’s wetlands, with its twisted acts corrupting all who come near. Post Malone takes on the role of the Deposed King, a disgraced leader determined to destroy the HelioStone. Players join him in a battle for survival, navigating a treacherous world of bounty hunters and cursed artifacts.
Save the Date
Post Malone’s Murder Circus begins on December 12, 2024, and concludes on February 10, 2025. The update will be available for download via Steam, PlayStation 5, and Xbox Series X|S.
Step into the darkness, Hunters. When the curtain rises, will you survive the Murder Circus?
