Wargaming, known for successful titles such as World of Tanks and World of Warships, is expanding its portfolio with a new game: Steel Hunters. The mech-hero shooter combines battle royale and extraction mechanics and offers a thrilling gaming experience in a futuristic world. The closed playtest has already started and allows PC players to get a first glimpse of the action-packed gameplay.

A unique gaming experience

In Steel Hunters, players take control of mechanical giants known as hunters. These fighting machines have individual abilities and progression systems that allow for a variety of strategies. Players fight in a PvPvE arena, pursue different objectives and prepare for a final showdown at the extraction point. The mix of tactical approach and intense combat sets the game apart from traditional shooters.

A world in a fight for survival

The story of Steel Hunters is set in a post-apocalyptic future in which humanity is fighting for a rare resource called Starfall. Corporations and factions equip the Hunters as powerful fighting machines to secure control of this resource in the ruins of Earth. Players experience an atmospheric world that has been designed to be impressively realistic with the help of Unreal Engine 5.

Gameplay highlights and features

Steel Hunters combines various shooter elements in an innovative way:

• Battle Royale meets Extraction: players fight in a PvPvE environment and pursue different objectives.
• Tactics instead of reflexes: The focus is on strategic action and utilizing the Hunter's abilities.
• Cooperative duo symbiosis: Working together with a partner is crucial for success.
• Realistic graphics and destructible environment: Thanks to Unreal Engine 5, the game offers an immersive world with impressive visual effects.
• Customization: Players can personalize their Hunter with various equipment and cosmetics.

Time-limited playtest

Interested players can register for the closed playtest until December 23, 2024. This gives a first impression of the mechanics, gameplay and atmosphere of the game.

What is Steel Hunters?
Steel Hunters is a free-to-play mech-hero shooter from Wargaming that combines battle royale and extraction mechanics.

When does the closed playtest take place?
The closed playtest runs until December 23, 2024 and is available for PC players.

Which platforms does Steel Hunters support?
Steel Hunters is currently available for PC. No other platforms have been announced yet.

What makes the gameplay of Steel Hunters unique?
The game combines tactical action, PvPvE elements and a realistic, destructible environment. The Hunter's individual abilities and progression systems provide a variety of strategies.

Which engine is used for Steel Hunters?
Steel Hunters is based on the Unreal Engine 5, which provides impressive graphics and realistic effects.