Attention, artists and gamers,
We’re thrilled to announce a significant milestone as Hunt marks its 8th anniversary! To honor this occasion, we’re reviving our popular Community Weapon Skin Contest, and we can’t wait to see what creative designs you come up with.
The success of Hunt is a testament to our dedicated community. The game has undergone significant changes, particularly with Update 2.0, which introduced Mammon’s Gulch and enhanced performance. We’re excited about the future and can’t wait to share what’s next. But before we dive in, let’s celebrate!
If you possess artistic talent, we invite you to participate. You’ll have the opportunity to craft a unique skin for any of the specified weapon models below. Our team will select the top entries for a community vote, with the design that garners the most votes being implemented into the game through a future update and receiving a grand prize.
Contest Overview
We’re eager to see your artistic interpretations for the following weapons:
- Specter 1882 Bayonet
- LeMat Carbine
- Baseball Bat
- Berthier Riposte
- Springfield Marksman
- Nagant M1895 Precision
Steps to Participate:
- To enter, download the templates and share your final designs using the #anniversary-contest-submissions channel in our Discord server.
- Include the contest hashtag #HuntAnniversaryContest.
- Multiple designs are welcome! Each can utilize the provided backgrounds.
- Submission Deadline: March 9th, 2026, 23:59 CET
What Happens Next?
- Submissions will be reviewed, and six designs will be chosen for final voting.
- The chosen designs will be showcased for community voting.
- The winner will be announced on March 25th, 2026.
- The winning design will be integrated into the game.
Prizes
Votes for 6 Selected Skins:
- 1 x 1000 Blood Bonds each
Grand Prize for the Community Vote Winner:
- 8000 Blood Bonds
- 2 x Base Game Codes
- Winning skin to be added in a future update
Design Guidelines
Your design should resonate with the game’s gritty atmosphere. Aim to maintain the existing aesthetic of Hunt: Showdown 1896 while exploring innovative textures. Be mindful that submissions shouldn’t include copyrighted materials or violate community guidelines.
Terms & Conditions
By submitting your design, you agree to grant us a worldwide, non-exclusive license to utilize your creations for contest purposes. Participants must be 18 or older and confirm that the submitted designs are their own original work, free from AI assistance.
Privacy Disclaimer
Any personal data collected will solely be used for the contest. Winners’ names may be announced publicly.
Key Takeaways
- The 8th anniversary of Hunt brings back the Community Weapon Skin Contest.
- Participants can submit designs based on specific weapon models for a community vote.
- The contest encourages focus on the dark, immersive world of Hunt, aiming for fitting aesthetics.
- Submitted designs must adhere to guidelines, ensuring originality and compliance.
- Prizes include in-game currency and the possibility of winners’ designs being added to the game.