Skinwalker Hunt is a horror themed hunting game from the creator of Witch Hunt. Main focus of the game is on exploration, non-linear gameplay, and atmosphere.
The game's maps are large and handcrafted, with randomized placements of loot, NPCs, and interactive objects. This encourages players to thoroughly search and navigate the environments, as important items and clues are hidden throughout the world. The non-linear design gives players flexibility in how they approach their hunt, allowing for varied playthroughs.
The core gameplay loop tasks players with hunting down the elusive Skinwalker. To track and eliminate this dangerous creature, players can use a variety of tools and abilities, such as following animal tracks, listening for the Skinwalker's howls, or using pet dogs to home in on its location. When the Skinwalker is encountered, players must engage in tense, high-stakes confrontations, relying on their weapons and reflexes to take down the powerful monster.
In addition to hunting the Skinwalker, players must scavenge for ammunition, medical supplies, and sustenance to survive the hostile environments. Setting up totems to save progress and receive alerts, as well as crafting traps and other tools, are crucial for aiding player survival. Careful inventory management and situational awareness are key to making it through each encounter.
While the Skinwalker is the primary threat, players will also encounter aggressive wildlife like wolves and bears, as well as cultist followers who actively hunt the player. Each enemy type has its own unique behaviors and attack patterns, forcing players to adapt their tactics accordingly. The unpredictable nature of these encounters adds to the overall sense of tension and suspense.
The game's high degree of replayability stems from the randomized enemy and item placement across the maps, combined with the non-linear level design. This ensures that each playthrough offers a fresh and unique challenge, further incentivizing players to uncover new secrets and strategies through multiple runs.