Introduction to Hunting

Hunting is a vital survival skill, providing a sustainable source of food, materials for crafting, and a means to stay self-sufficient. On PlayZ, the hunting system is enhanced with a dedicated skill tree and various perks that allow you to become more efficient in tracking, killing, and processing wild animals.

Getting Started with Hunting

Essential Equipment

To begin your hunting journey, you'll need the following basic equipment:

• Melee Weapon: For close-range hunting and stealth kills.
• Firearms: Rifles or crossbows for long-range hunting.
• Ammunition: Appropriate ammo for your chosen firearm.
• Knife: Essential for skinning and butchering animals.
• Hunting Scope: Optional, but helpful for spotting animals from a distance.

Tracking Animals

Wild animals can be found throughout the map, but are more common in forested and rural areas. Here's how to start tracking:

• Listen for Sounds: Animal noises can give away their location.
• Look for Movement: Scan the environment for any signs of movement.
• Identify Tracks: Footprints and other signs can indicate recent animal activity.

Hunting Skill Overview

The Hunting skill enhances your ability to hunt effectively. As you level up, you unlock perks and improve various aspects of hunting, such as increasing the amount of meat you obtain and reducing the time it takes to process animals.

How to Level Up Your Hunting Skill

• Hunt Wild Animals: Actively hunting and killing animals grants you experience.
• Butcher Animal Carcasses: Skinning and processing animals also contribute to your skill progression.