The latest update for Hunt: Showdown, 1.16.2, has just dropped, and it’s packed with new content and crucial balance changes that are bound to shake up the Bayou. This will be the final content update before August 15th, so let’s see what’s new in this 1.4GB patch.
First off, we have the introduction of the Throwing Spear. This two-handed melee tool is designed for precision throws and can be retrieved and reused, just like Throwing Knives and Throwing Axes. You start with one spear by default, but you can carry two if you have the Frontiersman trait. The spears are also visible in Dark Sight with Blade Seer, making them easier to locate after a throw. This tool unlocks at Bloodline Rank 33 and costs 65 Hunt Dollars. The developers emphasize its high damage and speed, though you’ll need to aim carefully to make your throws count.
Without further ado, you can find the detailed patch notes below:
Hunt Showdown Patch Notes
Update 1.16.2 – Now Live! SteamBuildID: 14614716 Version: 1.16.2.73 Size: 1.4GB
Highlights
New Tool: Throwing Spear
- Two-handed melee Tool for precise throws.
- Retrievable and reusable.
- One spear by default, two with Frontiersman.
- Visible in Dark Sight with Blade Seer.
- Unlocks at Bloodline Rank 33.
- Costs 65 Hunt Dollars.
Gunplay
- Springfield M1892 Krag: Damage increased to 126 from 124, Reserve ammo increased to 12 from 8.
- Fusees, Flare Pistol, Starshell Ammo: Increased carried amount and flare lifetime.
Melee Attachment Weapon Variants
- Reduced stamina consumption.
- Removed sway penalty on Bayonet and Riposte variants.
- Improved melee hit detection.
Gameplay
- Poison Ammo and Arrows deal less damage to Immolators.
- Immolators immune to Poison Clouds.
New Legendary Content
- Berthier Mle 1892 Marksman – Heathen’s Ruin (600 BB)
- Throwing Spear – Watchman’s Arm (700 BB)
- Waxed Dynamite Stick – Loki’s Gift (500 BB)
- Hunter – Sea Wolf (800 BB)
- Hunter – Wight Raven (800 BB)
Bug Fixes
- Fixed 5th Anniversary splash screen issue.
- Resolved Mako Carbine phantom bullet.
- Fixed UI issue blocking locked equipment.
- Corrected Times of Day issue.
