Hunger : straight into the dirt, blood, and black powder
We dive straight into the dirt, blood, and black powder. The horror and survival game market is about to welcome a truly unique UFO with a striking visual identity : Hunger. This new project propels us into a Europe torn apart by the Napoleonic wars, hit head-on by a nightmarish epidemic. We analyzed the visuals and the announced mechanics, and the result promises to be as brutal as it is addictive.
The world after the end : a sickening art direction
A Napoleonic Europe consumed by disease
The universe of the game hits hard right from the start. The action takes place in a sick, metallic, and completely desolate world, almost recalling the harshness of the Middle Ages, with the plague prowling at every street corner. The inhabitants are in a dreadful state, and the unluckiest ones have purely and simply mutated due to the virus. These monsters, named the Starved, wander through the ruins of a civilization that has completely collapsed.
💬 The game fully embraces its mature side : raw violence, gore, and extremely dark themes. We are immersed in a historical era rarely explored this way in video games, providing a genuinely refreshing visual experience.
Napoleon, the plague, and a horror game, this is a truly uncommon combination, bringing a much-needed breath of fresh air to the genre.
The art of old-school Extraction-RPG
A brutal arsenal to survive
On the gameplay side, Hunger opts for an ultra-dynamic mix : a touch of FPS, a dose of horrific slasher, and a massive foundation of extraction RPG. You play as a "Living" who manages their business from the Castle, your central hub where quest givers, merchants, and bounty hunters cross paths. As soon as you step outside, the tension rises to another level.
The title is playable as a lone wolf or in co-op with up to 3 players. The combat alternates very methodically between ranged shots (period rifles, pistols, hand mortars throwing glass grenades) and ultra-lethal close-quarters clashes featuring heavy axes and maces. You will need to play it smart, because the slightest mistake is paid for in cash.
Customization pushed to the extreme
The gameplay loop is punishing and fair : dying on the field means losing a good portion of your gear and hard-earned loot. The acquired experience, however, is kept and serves to level up your character.
The studio went all out on specialization with a monstrous talent tree featuring over 100 choices. Each player can unlock passive, tactical, or ultimate skills to forge their custom build :
- Want to play absolute stealth by silencing your footsteps and picking locks? It is possible.
- You prefer speeding up your reloads to clear an area quickly? No problem.
- Feeling like playing the combat medic by repairing your friends' armor? The game gives you complete freedom.
The trailer : the first streams are landing on Twitch
There is no need to stare at static screenshots any longer. Here is the trailer that sets the mood for Hunger :
The LBC review : a concept packed with potential
After analyzing the first trailers and visuals, the enthusiasm is definitely real. The proposition holds up perfectly. Those who spent dozens of hours on Hood : Outlaws & Legends or Hunt : Showdown 1896 will find a very familiar vibe in the infiltration and extraction concept, bringing massive improvements to the table.
💾 The maps promise to be gigantic : gloomy forests, abandoned monasteries, dark mines, and huge castles overflowing with loot, weapons, and components to gather. The exploration promises to be as rewarding as it is stressful.
In short, we are incredibly eager to get our hands on it. Go check out the live broadcasts on Twitch to see the game running in real conditions and judge the atmosphere for yourself.
🕹️ Regarding the release, Good Fun Corporation (the creators of Hell Let Loose) remains vague for now : the early access for Hunger is announced for 2026, without a specific date yet. The studio also plans to keep the game in Early Access for about two years after launch, enriching it through player feedback.
FAQ : everything you need to know about Hunger
Is Hunger playable solo?
Yes, the title can be played as a lone wolf or in co-op with up to 3 players, featuring gameplay that alternates between ranged shooting and lethal close-quarters combat.
In what historical period does Hunger take place?
The action is set during the Napoleonic wars, in a Europe struck by an epidemic that transforms part of the population into monsters called the Starved.
What do you lose when dying in Hunger?
Dying on the field causes you to lose a large portion of your gathered loot and equipment, but the acquired experience is preserved to level up your character.
Is Hunger similar to Hood : Outlaws & Legends?
The infiltration and extraction concept definitely recalls Hood : Outlaws & Legends, featuring significantly deeper mechanics and customization.
Where can you see Hunger in action before its release?
The very first Hunger streams are broadcast live on Twitch, providing a great opportunity to judge the game in real conditions.
What is the release date for Hunger?
No specific date has been communicated yet. Good Fun Corporation has simply announced an early access launch on PC (Steam and Epic Games Store) sometime in 2026.
An extraction-RPG to watch closely
Hunger checks a lot of boxes : a rare historical setting, a brilliantly mastered mature atmosphere, and customization promising dozens of hours of different builds. It remains to be seen if the studio will keep its promises once the controller is in hand.
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