Lesquin, August 19, 2026 – NACON and NACON Studio Ghent are pleased to announce that Hunting Simulator 3 will launch on October 29, 2026, for PlayStation®5, Xbox Series X|S, and PC. Explore the breathtaking landscapes of Colorado and Texas, either solo or alongside your loyal hunting dog, as you track 35 different animal species using a wide range of gear from leading hunting brands.
Building on over 15 years of expertise, the team at NACON Studio Ghent is dedicated to delivering the most authentic hunting experience to date. Backed by a community of over one million players, the franchise introduces an all-new experience with Hunting Simulator 3 – preserving the core elements that made previous titles a success while introducing key new features and noticeable gameplay enhancements.
Developed on Unreal® Engine 5, Hunting Simulator 3 features a groundbreaking new system: “SimFauna”.
Created by the studio, this tool makes wildlife more vibrant than ever by faithfully replicating real animal behavior. SimFauna operates as a dynamic ecosystem that constantly evolves based on wildlife behavior and player actions. Animals reproduce, grow, and age, making every playthrough unique. Every choice players make directly impacts the ecosystem, offering a more authentic gameplay experience.
THE ULTIMATE HUNTING SIMULATION
- Expansive Hunting Grounds: Explore vast open-world maps spanning 100 km² each across Colorado and Texas, featuring enhanced visuals. Traverse these iconic American regions behind the wheel of 5 off-road vehicles from renowned licensed brands (Ford, Kawasaki, Polaris).
- Immersive Simulation: Hunt over 35 animal species with your trusted hunting partner! Choose from several hunting dog breeds with distinct behaviors to customize your approach to every hunt.
- Authentic Arsenal: Gear up with nearly 75 meticulously modeled weapons and pieces of equipment from world-famous brands (Remington®, Beretta®, Winchester®, Browning®).
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Hunting Simulator 3 will be available on October 29, 2026, for PlayStation®5, Xbox Series X|S, and PC.
About NACON
NACON is a company of the BIGBEN Group founded in 2019 to optimize its know-how through strong synergies in the video game market. By bringing together its development studios, AA video game publishing, and the design and distribution of premium gaming peripherals, NACON combines 40 years of expertise at the service of players. This unified structure strengthens NACON’s market position and drives innovation to create unique competitive advantages.
About NACON Studio Ghent
NACON Studio Ghent is a Belgian video game developer dedicated to crafting original gaming experiences. Founded in 2007 by passionate developers, the studio has successfully developed over 60 titles, ranging from small indie projects to large-scale games. In 2020, European video game publisher NACON acquired a 100% stake in the company. Today, NACON Studio Ghent focuses primarily on its hit hunting franchise with Hunting Simulator 3.
