Way of the Hunter 2 — Maps
Two reserves, two completely different hunts. Learn the terrain, the biomes and how to get around before you saddle up.
New Laurentia (North America)
The Canadian wilderness of New Laurentia is where the story starts: you team up with a skilled dog trainer and assist the former warden while uncovering the mystery behind unusual behaviour of the local moose population.
- Big game: moose, elk, bears and bison; small game: rabbits, turkeys and other birds.
- Updated with Rocky Mountain Pronghorn and Central European Wild Boar.
- Own Lodge tied to the territory; winter conditions in parts of the map (official screenshots show snow).
Kilimaya Reserve (Africa) — 100 km²
Added in Early Access Update 2 (May 27, 2026). A vast, highly dynamic ecosystem built on contrast: highlands, forests, open grasslands, wetlands, shrublands and sun-scorched barren terrain — all in one diverse environment.
- Scattered landmarks: ancient stone ruins, remote village settlements, lookout towers and hidden cave paintings.
- Challenges long-range tracking skills; apex predators and aggressive herbivores raise the stakes.
- Apex predators: southern lion; massive herbivores: hippopotamus and Cape African buffalo.
- New Hearth & Hunt characters with their own missions and stories (v0.2.0).
Getting around
| Tool | Official role |
|---|---|
| Truck | Brings you (almost) anywhere, and your equipment with you. |
| Tent | Portable base camp: fast travel, skip time, wait out bad weather. |
| Hunting Lodge | Per-reserve hub; upgradeable Hub Lodge ties all reserves together. |
| Lookout towers | Present in the African wilderness (Kilimaya landmarks). |
Travel is also affected by infrastructure: repair broken bridges to “make traveling across the map easier” (herd / ecosystem management).
FAQ
Common questions about this topic.
How many maps are in Way of the Hunter 2?
Two reserves: New Laurentia (Canada) and Kilimaya Reserve (Africa, 100 km² / 40 sq mi, added in Update 2).
What is the African map like?
Kilimaya spans highlands, forests, grasslands, wetlands, shrublands and barren terrain, with ruins, villages, lookout towers and cave paintings.
Can I fast travel?
Yes — tents act as portable base camps for fast travel, skipping time and waiting out weather.
Does the map change with updates?
Yes — ecosystem management lets you repair bridges and feeders, restore habitats and clear invasive species, changing how you move and hunt.