Fresh off hitting a mind-blowing 10 million players, Crytek officially kicked off Post Malone’s Murder Circus Encore! This isn’t just a rerun; it’s a total overhaul of the extraction shooter Hunt: Showdown 1896, and it’s bringing some serious energy thanks to the legendary (and massive Hunt fan) Post Malone.
The event is live RIGHT NOW on PC, PS5, and Xbox Series X|S, and it’s sticking around until February 9, 2026.
The Ringmaster is Back (and Scarier!)
Post Malone isn’t just a superfan—he’s actually in the game! He’s portraying the former Ringmaster, now reborn as the Disciple of Death. He’s looking to reclaim his corrupted domain, and you’re right in the middle of the chaos.
New Ways to Play: Story Challenges
Ever wanted to dive deeper into the gritty lore of the bayou? Now you can!
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Story Challenges: A brand-new system where you play through narrative chapters to unlock rewards.
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On the Winds of Midwinter: A limited-time holiday story about Krampus! 🎅👹
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An Acquired Taste: A permanent story following a Hunter named Tennessee Morgan.
Flex Your Stats
Tired of being just another nameless face in the swamp? The new Player Profile Customization lets you show off! You can now customize your identity with:
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Avatars, titles, and cosmetic frames.
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Achievement badges and stat trackers.
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These show up in lobbies and—more importantly—on the Death Screen of the people you just took out. Talk about a power move!
Get “Wet” (For Survival!)
Update 2.6 introduces a literal game-changer: the Wet status effect.
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If you trudge through deep water, you get soaked.
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The Good: You’re harder to set on fire, and you heal faster!
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The Bad: Your footsteps are way louder.
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Pro Tip: Use the new Water Bottle throwable to douse yourself (or put out that annoying Immolator). Just don’t throw it on an oil fire unless you want a face full of regret.
The Bear is Back—and He’s Buff
The two-headed Ursa Mortis monster has evolved. It’s brighter, harsher, and can plow through barriers like they’re wet paper. Oh, and its roar can set off traps? Good luck with that!
Join the Troupe: New Traits
You can now pledge to multiple Troupes to get some insane perks:
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Blademancer: Automatically suck up ammo in front of you while in Dark Sight.
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Communion: Sacrifice your own HP to heal a buddy. (True friendship!)
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Crack Shot: Better zoom and less sway for rifles.
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Bruiser: Less flinching and cheaper melee costs.
Quality of Life Upgrades
Crytek has been listening! The UI is cleaner, the map is transparent, so you aren’t blind while checking it, and the Ping System is now way more intuitive. You can mark specific things like ammo boxes and traps, which show up on a brand-new compass!
The Battle Pass
Of course, it wouldn’t be a circus without prizes! There’s a dedicated Battle Pass packed with exclusive cosmetics, weapons, and Hunter unlocks. Look out for the High Striker Booth to earn those Event Points!
The bayou is crazier than ever, so grab your gear and get in there before the curtain falls on February 9. Follow the game, Hunt: Showdown 1896, on Facebook, TikTok, Twitter, or visit the official website for more.
