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❤ Realistic Animal Behavior and Animations

The game features sophisticated natural animal animations and reactions. Deer, elk, and other animals exhibit lifelike behaviors - they graze, feed through zones, raise their heads, flick their tails, and flee realistically when startled or threatened. This attention to detail creates a more immersive and authentic hunting experience.

❤ Improved Ballistics and Weapon Handling

The ballistics system factors in bullet velocity, gravity, wind, elevation, and the Coriolis effect. Each animal has a specific range of "joules" (impact energy) that is most effective for a clean kill, incentivizing players to use the appropriate firepower. Bullets can also ricochet off the ground, contributing to a more realistic and satisfying shooting experience.

❤ Herd Management and Ethical Hunting

Players can actively remove lower-quality animals with poor genetics from herds, allowing the stronger, higher-trophy animals to thrive and reproduce. This system, combined with the game's focus on realistic and responsible hunting, creates a gameplay loop that rewards thoughtful and selective decision-making.

❤ Challenging and Organic Tracking

The tracking system requires players to actively search for blood trails and other signs, as the lack of clear feedback can make it difficult to follow wounded animals. This adds a layer of challenge and realism, but may be frustrating for those accustomed to more hand-holding in other hunting games.

❤ Immersive Open-World Exploration

The large, open-world environments offer a sense of exploration and freedom, with players able to navigate the terrain by vehicle or on foot. The dynamic weather, day-night cycles, and changing environmental factors contribute to a heightened sense of realism and immersion during the hunting experience.