Wargaming, the developer and publisher of World of Tanks and World of Warships, has revealed its latest project: Steel Hunters. This free-to-play mech hero shooter combines elements of Battle Royale and Extraction mechanics, offering a mix of strategy and action.

In Steel Hunters, players pilot mechanical units known as Hunters. Each Hunter features a distinct set of abilities, playstyles, and progression systems. Players will complete objectives, gather equipment, and navigate their way to a final extraction point, where competition intensifies.

Victor Kislyi, Wargaming’s CEO, commented:

“This project represents a new direction for us. With Steel Hunters, we aim to explore fresh gameplay styles while building on our expertise in creating engaging digital experiences.”

Mike McDonald, Product Director, explained the development process:

“Our teams in Guildford, Prague, and other studios have worked for over three years to develop Steel Hunters. It’s a game that integrates ideas from multiple genres to create something distinct in the mech shooter space.”

Setting and Gameplay

Steel Hunters is set in a future Earth, reshaped by a catastrophic event. Players enter a world where factions and corporations compete to control Starfall, a rare extraterrestrial resource. Hunters, mechanical units built for combat, play a central role in this struggle, battling across diverse environments.

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Wargaming has launched a 10-day closed playtest for PC players, available through:

Features:

  • Hybrid Gameplay
    Combines Hero Shooter, Battle Royale, and Extraction mechanics. Players compete in PvPvE scenarios, completing objectives and gathering gear before reaching the extraction point.
  • Specialized Mechs
    Each Hunter offers a unique gameplay style, with different abilities and progression paths that encourage varied strategies.
  • Emphasis on Strategy
    Gameplay rewards planning and tactical decision-making over reaction time. Abilities, map layouts, and positioning play key roles in success.
  • Cooperative Play
    Teams of two work together to combine abilities and tactics, emphasizing coordination in matches.
  • Dynamic Maps and Environments
    Built on Unreal Engine 5, the game features destructible environments that create additional tactical possibilities and impact gameplay decisions.
  • Customization Options
    Hunters can be customized with different builds, gear combinations, and cosmetic choices.

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Players can explore Steel Hunters during the closed playtest period to experience its mechanics and setting firsthand.

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