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Way of the Hunter: Pacific Northwest Debut

by Gabriel Jan 23,2026

  • Experience the wilderness firsthand in Way of the Hunter: Wild America
  • Discover the Nez Perce Valley with its dynamic weather and seasonal changes
  • Hunt lifelike animal simulations using authentic, true-to-life firearms

The hunting shooter genre has remained a surprisingly steady presence in gaming. Now, get ready for the next evolution in hunting simulation with the highly anticipated mobile release of Nine Rocks Games' Way of the Hunter: Wild America, featuring a vast open-world rendition of the Pacific Northwest.

Forget everything you assumed about the shooting gallery style of typical hunting sims. In Way of the Hunter, you won't simply wait for deer to appear in your crosshairs—instead, you'll trek across the beautifully depicted Nez Perce Valley, tracking your prey step by step.

Your skills will be put to the test by realistic animal behaviors and shifting weather conditions that present new challenges at every turn. Combined with a true-to-life bullet and ballistics system, you'll need to rely on real-world expertise or learn quickly to master the so-called Way of the Hunter.

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Way of the Hunter isn't designed for casual players. Hunting enthusiasts will appreciate its detailed trophy system, where antlers and horns are procedurally generated based on factors like animal fitness and age.

Those with a passion for firearms can admire faithful recreations of officially licensed guns from renowned manufacturers like Bushnell, Leupold, and Remington.

The game even includes a narrative element, putting you in charge of a family-owned hunting business and all the challenges that come with it. This rich adaptation of a popular hunting simulator truly offers something for everyone.

Although few shooters offer such in-depth simulation features, mobile gamers still have a variety of options to choose from. Explore our picks for the top mobile shooting games on iOS and Android—whether you prefer realistic simulation or fast-paced arcade action.