theHunter Classic

Live

ShootersActionAdventureSimulationSports and racing

Platforms
Release:: 2014
Developer:: Avalanche Studios, Expansive Worlds
Scale:: Average concurrent players175
Player rating:: 58.4% · 44.7K
Profile data as of:: August 29, 2026

The most realistic hunting experience awaits. Explore 12 reserves and hunt 45 unique species, ranging from waterfowl to big game. Over 100 weapons from state-of-the art rifles to bows. Customize your load-out with stands, blinds and dogs. Play alone or in multiplayer with up to 7 friends.

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Overview

Franchise: Unknown
Release date: Windows — June 3, 2014
Developer: Avalanche Studios
Expansive Worlds
Publisher: Avalanche Studios
Expansive Worlds
Age rating: ESRB T — Teen, age 13+ · Steam Store
PEGI 16 — age 16+ · Steam Store
ClassInd 14 — Ages 14+ · Steam Store
Content warnings: Not specified by the storefront
Interaction modes: Single-playerMultiplayerOnline co-op
Session capacity: Unknown
Access model: Free to play
Monetization: In-app purchases
Storefront price: Unknown
Store contents: 170 Achievements · Steam Store, August 29, 2026
Languages: EnglishRussianGermanFrenchSpanishPortuguesePortuguese, BrazilItalianPolishTurkish

Classification

Genres: ShootersActionAdventureSimulationSports and racing
Evidence:
Setting and subject matter: Unknown
Camera: Unknown
Visual style: Unknown
Combat system type: Shooting

Scale

Concurrent players · period average

175

August 16, 2026 — September 15, 2026

under 100over 1 million

Detailed value: 174.94
Coverage: Steam
Origin: Published by source
Confidence: Medium — The site's calculation method is not published
Basis: Average concurrent Steam players over 30 days from Steam Charts: 174
Date observed: September 15, 2026
Source: Steam Charts

Concurrent players · period peak

303

August 16, 2026 — September 15, 2026

under 100over 1 million

Coverage: Steam
Origin: Published by source
Confidence: Medium — The site's calculation method is not published
Basis: Peak concurrent Steam players over 30 days from Steam Charts: 303
Date observed: September 15, 2026
Source: Steam Charts

Ratings: players58.4% · 44.7KSteam, US storefront · Steam reviews
Last update: August 19, 2026 — theHunter: Classic is no longer available on the Steam Store. (9 updates over 90 days) · Steam update feed

Concurrent players

period average · June 2014 — August 2026 · Steam · published by source · Steam Charts

1,4600

June 2014August 2026

Change over period: −83%decrease from 1,160 (June 2014) to 199 (August 2026)
Gaps: No gaps in observed months
Observations: 147

Mechanics

Key game systems from the Mechanics Catalog. Assessment axes are independent and are not combined into a single score. An unassessed mechanic is unknown, not absent.

Clan system
Not assessed
A persistent player organization created or recognized by the game itself, with a stable membership, a life beyond one session, a shared identity, functions, and goals.
Player economy
Not assessed
An in-game system where player decisions materially influence at least part of the production, supply, distribution, or price of in-game value.
Territory control
Not assessed
A system where players or organizations capture, hold, and use parts of the game world with lasting consequences.
Competitive PvP
Not assessed
Structured competition between players with rules and a measurable outcome, usually including skill-based matchmaking.
Live service and updates
Not assessed
A regular rhythm of meaningful updates, including seasons, patches, events, and a roadmap that supports a long product life.
Character progression
Not assessed
A system for long-term character or account development through levels, skills, equipment, and specializations.