Now the shooter's fans have their own Empress.
Crytek has introduced a major 2.5 update for Hunt Showdown 1896. The developers have revised the balance and some mechanics.
They announced the launch of "The Empress's Web" event. Hunters are in for a new threat that can cause particular discomfort to arachnophobes:
«The Blight has spawned a new kind of monster: the Bile Trawlers – spider-like creatures hatching from eggs with venomous fangs at the ready. Individually, Bile Trawlers aren’t particularly strong, but they tend to swarm together to overwhelm intruders. They are obsessed with protecting their territory – not only their own massive nests, but also small patches covered in webbing, throughout the entire zone.»
Added 12 tarot cards - these are one-time consumables, each card has a unique ability based on its traditional meaning. For example, "The World" shows all boss targets, and the Moon: Gives 2 seconds of enhanced Dark Sight.
Some changes:
- Melee weapons, tools, and modifications with melee attachments have received a slight increase in maximum range.
- The hit detection system has been improved - horizontal melee attacks will now trigger more consistently. These changes are focused on slashing melee attacks and mostly do not affect stabs, buttstrokes, pistol whips, etc.
- Weapons found in weapon crates, hunting towers, workbenches, and saddlebags can now spawn with pre-installed types of custom ammunition.
- Weapons picked up on maps can now be thrown by default, the "Tomahawk" skill is no longer required.
- Throwable gear that can be picked up is now highlighted by default in Dark Sight.
