Developer IllFonic is taking over publishing for Predator: Hunting Grounds from Sony Interactive Entertainment alongside a new release on both Xbox and PlayStation.
The asymmetrical shooter is now coming to Xbox Series X|S and PlayStation 5 later this year alongside ports for the original release on PC (via (Steam and the Epic Games Store) and PS4.
“This game has a strong, enthusiastic player base and a vocal community that wants to see the game updated and supported,” said Charles Brungardt, CEO of IllFonic. “Now that IllFonic is publishing games, we knew we had to get Predator: Hunting Grounds back. We knew we needed to get back to the Chopper!”
Here’s a rundown on the upcoming content, plus a new trailer:
What is coming to the jungle in 2024/2025:
- April 2024: Patch 2.49 will cover the currently released PS4 and PC: Steam / Epic Predator: Hunting Grounds. The focus is on player movement, Fireteam weapon rework and balance, Predator weapon balance, and UX/playability improvements. More to come in the team’s patch notes.
- Late 2024 Release:Xbox Series X|S, PS5 Release: Predator is coming to Xbox. This release is focused on next-gen running on Unreal 4.27, Vivox, and Wwise, with a Standard Edition and a Digital Deluxe Edition offered.
- Winter Release, 2024: New Predators
- Spring Release, 2025: More new Predators
Predator: Hunting Grounds is an immersive asymmetrical shooter set in remote areas worldwide. Players are transported into the Predator universe, giving fans the closest experience to being in the films, where the Predator stalks the most challenging prey. Play as an elite special forces team member – the Fireteam – and complete paramilitary operations before the Predator finds you. Then again, what better way to bond with your fellow Fireteam than to try to turn the tables on the Yautja… Hunt the Hunter! Or play as the Predator to hunt the most worthy prey, choosing from your vast array of deadly alien tech to collect your trophies one by one. The Predator’s mission is clear: The Hunt. Study the warriors in the jungle and choose the best of the best to engage. Dispatch your targets and collect trophies to display as tokens of each hunt. Do not let your prey escape.
Failure is not an option.
