Horizon Hunters Gathering sets second PS5 and PC playtest for late May with new hunters, narrative episode, and region

Guerrilla Games has announced the second closed playtest for Horizon Hunters Gathering, scheduled for May 22-25, 2026. The playtest will be available on both PS5 and PC via Steam, with registration available through the PlayStation Beta Program. Not all applicants will gain access to the limited test.

The second playtest will expand on the first test’s content from February, introducing two additional hunters alongside the three previously available characters, a narrative episode, a new playable region, and increased difficulty levels. Guerrilla Games will also implement improvements based on player feedback and has enhanced onboarding based on earlier player experiences.

Game Director Arjan Bak stated that the studio is deliberately conducting early playtests with smaller player groups to focus on the core experience and gather feedback before expanding to larger audiences. The developer continues to iterate on the game based on player input, with each playtest providing valuable insights for development.

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