Hunt: Showdown 1896 Players Want Bounty Clash as a Permanent Game Mode – And We Agree

With Hunt: Showdown 1896 fully immersed in its spooky season, the Harvest of Ghosts event has been providing players with a wealth of thrilling content. However, for many, the real standout has been the new Bounty Clash limited-time mode.

This mode has resonated so well with players that fans are now urging Crytek to make it a permanent addition—and we completely agree. Let’s explore the details of Bounty Clash, why players want it to become a staple, and how it could fit seamlessly into Hunt: Showdown 1896.

Hunt: Showdown 1896 Players Want Bounty Clash as a Permanent Game Mode – And We Agree

For those unfamiliar, Bounty Clash mode was recently introduced to Hunt: Showdown 1896 as a limited-time weekend feature during the Harvest of Ghosts event. This fast-paced, combat-focused mode has quickly become a fan favorite in the Hunt community, offering a more action-oriented alternative to the traditional Bounty Hunt mode. Players also gain access to unique traits and abilities as they progress through each match.

Unfortunately, Bounty Clash is temporary, only available on weekends until November 24, after which it will be removed entirely. This has sparked disappointment among players, who are now rallying for its permanent inclusion. A petition on Change.org and numerous threads on the Hunt: Showdown subreddit highlights fans’ strong desire to make Bounty Clash a staple of the game.

Of course, integrating Bounty Clash permanently isn’t as simple as adding it to the menu; Crytek must ensure that it doesn’t detract from the quality of traditional Bounty Hunt matches, a mode many core fans appreciate. Balancing the needs of players who enjoy both modes presents a challenge.

On Reddit, fans are actively discussing potential solutions, with some suggesting, “Limiting it to Free Hunters could work as a pre-warm instance or as a permanent fast-paced mode, without competing with the original Hunt mode,” while others propose a “semi-permanent” setup, available only on weekends.

It’s clear that fans feel passionately about this mode, and we share their enthusiasm. Bounty Clash has injected fresh excitement into the game, offering a dynamic, newcomer-friendly experience in contrast to the slower, stealth-oriented Bounty Hunt mode. In Clash, players can either dive in guns blazing or set up strongholds in smaller areas of each compound—a freedom not typically available in Bounty Hunt.

We’re confident Crytek has noticed the positive response and may bring the mode back soon. However, fans are hoping for a permanent addition rather than a seasonal or event-based option. For now, we’ll continue to enjoy Bounty Clash on weekends until November 24, hoping our enthusiasm convinces the developers to make it a permanent fixture in Hunt: Showdown 1896.