Post Malone, the Grammy-nominated artist, is stepping into the world of Hunt: Showdown 1896 as the star of its latest event, Post Malone’s Murder Circus. This limited-time event, beginning December 12, 2024, and running through February 10, 2025, promises a unique and twisted carnival experience within the game’s Bayou, Gulch, and beyond. The official trailer reveals Malone as the Deposed King, the former ringleader of a carnival corrupted by the dark power of HelioStone.
Post Malone’s Passion for Hunt: Showdown
While this collaboration may seem surprising, Post Malone is a dedicated fan of Hunt: Showdown 1896, having logged around 400 hours of gameplay. He discovered the game through a friend while on tour and quickly became hooked. In an interview with Game Director Scott Lussier, Malone expressed his appreciation for the game’s realistic elements and the diverse range of equipment and cosmetics. He stated, “When I’m on the road, and I can’t play, I’m always missing it.”
A History of Gaming Collaborations
This isn’t Post Malone’s first foray into the gaming world. He performed a virtual concert for Pokémon’s 25th anniversary in 2021, featuring a rendition of “Only Wanna Be With You.” In 2023, he partnered with Apex Legends for the Three Strikes event, which included cosmetics designed by the artist. More recently, he collaborated with Backbone on a limited-edition controller and appeared as a playable character in WWE 2K24‘s Post Malone & Friends Pack. Rumors even suggest his potential involvement in the upcoming season of Fortnite.
Hunt: Showdown 1896 and the Murder Circus Event
Hunt: Showdown, released in 2019 for PC, Xbox One, and PlayStation 4, immerses players in a bounty hunter experience, pitting them against mythical monsters and other hunters. The game received positive reviews, praised for its unique gameplay. The updated Hunt: Showdown 1896 launched in August 2024 for PC, PlayStation 5, and Xbox Series X|S. The Post Malone’s Murder Circus event marks the first major collaboration for the game.
The Deposed King and a Twisted Carnival
Crytek’s press release describes the Murder Circus as a “demented carnivalesque realm” impacting the game’s existing locations. Players can expect a supernatural sideshow with a murderous history. The event will introduce new challenges and experiences within the Hunt: Showdown 1896 universe.
Conclusion
Post Malone’s involvement with Hunt: Showdown 1896 offers a fresh and intriguing dynamic for both fans of the artist and the game. The Murder Circus event promises a unique, limited-time experience, blending Malone’s persona with the game’s dark and thrilling world. The event kicks off on December 12, 2024, offering players a chance to explore the twisted carnival and encounter the Deposed King himself.
