Guerrilla Games has officially announced the second closed playtest for Horizon Hunters Gathering. This highly anticipated multiplayer game event runs from May 22 to May 25. Players can join the hunt on both PlayStation 5 and PC via Steam. Interested fans must register exclusively through the PlayStation Beta Program.
Horizon Hunters Gathering – Second Playtest
The upcoming playtest brings exciting new content based on community feedback. Players can choose from two brand new playable characters, called Hunters. Ensa is an Oseram smuggler with a fascinating mercenary background. Shadow is a covert Carja operative commanding a tamed Stalker machine. Returning characters Rem, Sun, and Axle have also received significant gameplay tweaks.
Fans will get to experience a brand new narrative campaign episode. Hunters must defend Ashwater Valley from a relentless horde of robotic machines. You can explore a dangerous new region known as Breakers’ Bounty. This lush area features thick jungles, ruined cities, and a harsh desert. Familiar locations like Devil’s Thirst and the Gathering social hub will return.
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Veterans seeking a tough challenge will love the updated game modes. Machine Incursion mode now includes punishing Hard and Merciless difficulty settings. Skilled players are dared to battle a Thunderjaw and Ravager at once. Additionally, the cooperative Cauldron Descent mode features incredibly difficult new trial rooms. Teamwork and coordination remain vital for unlocking the best possible rewards.
Solo players also receive great new features in this upcoming playtest. Helpful new Training Modules have been added for better gameplay onboarding. Solo players can now use helpful NPC allies during their missions. These AI companions provide crucial battle assists to balance the difficulty. They can also automatically fill empty slots on a three-player team.
Horizon Hunters Gathering remains in active development right now. Guerrilla Games uses these small playtests to refine the core game mechanics. They rely heavily on early player feedback to make meaningful improvements. Check the official Discord for more updates in the coming weeks. Sign up today to secure your spot in this thrilling mechanical wilderness.
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