The New HUNT 1986 UI is Actually a Step Forward

[ozfer]

I've seen a lot of discussions about the new HUNT 1986 UI, and while I understand the attachment to the old design, I genuinely believe the new UI is a significant improvement. Here's why:

Clarity and Modernization: The new UI adopts a cleaner, more modern look that reduces clutter. The old interface had a lot of charm, but it often felt a bit overwhelming, especially for newer players. The updated design streamlines information presentation, making it easier to focus on what’s important during a match.

Improved Navigation: One of the most noticeable changes is the improved menu navigation. With the old UI, finding specific options or settings sometimes felt like a chore. The new layout is more intuitive, grouping related options together and making it quicker to access what you need. This is particularly helpful when trying to tweak settings on the fly or during downtime.

Enhanced Customization: The new UI offers more options for customization, allowing players to tailor their experience to their preferences. Whether it's adjusting HUD elements or changing the display settings, the new system gives you more control over your gameplay environment.

Performance Optimization: It’s not just about aesthetics— the new UI seems to be lighter on system resources. This might not be a big deal for those with high-end rigs, but for players on older hardware, the smoother performance can make a noticeable difference in gameplay.

Consistency Across Platforms: As HUNT continues to expand across different platforms, a consistent UI is crucial. The new design ensures that the experience remains uniform whether you're on PC or console, which is essential for maintaining the integrity of cross-platform play.

Change is always going to be met with resistance, especially when it comes to something as personal as a UI. However, after spending some time with the new design, I’ve come to appreciate the thought and effort that went into it. It’s a fresh take that aligns well with the direction the game is heading, and I believe it’s only going to get better as the developers continue to refine it.

[Wild Turkey]

All those words for such milquetoast bait

[EViLeleven]

nice and cool chatgpt post

[ozfer]

Originally posted by The Platypus:

All those words for such milquetoast bait

Not at all—just sharing my genuine perspective. I know this update has stirred up a lot of strong opinions, but I believe it's important to consider the positives too. Healthy discussion is what makes the community stronger.

[BRIMStone]

im not sure its exactly more clear or anything, and it certainly takes getting used to, however consider previously it was a bunch of tabs that had a bunch of tabs under it, tabs on tabs on tabs...

now, you have a few sections that have sections under them, sections on sections on tabs...

so idk if it's really much different in that area, and it does feel like there's more clicking.

however grid views are better for going through the large # of hunters/skins/weapons we have, and the filters still work just the same, so idk...i think its just different and ppl dont like different sometimes...

[ozfer]

Originally posted by BRIMStone:

im not sure its exactly more clear or anything, and it certainly takes getting used to, however consider previously it was a bunch of tabs that had a bunch of tabs under it, tabs on tabs on tabs...

now, you have a few sections that have sections under them, sections on sections on tabs...

so idk if it's really much different in that area, and it does feel like there's more clicking.

however grid views are better for going through the large # of hunters/skins/weapons we have, and the filters still work just the same, so idk...i think its just different and ppl dont like different sometimes...

Exactly, it’s not that the core structure changed drastically, but the shift from 'tabs on tabs' to more organized sections does streamline some areas, even if it takes a bit of getting used to. And you're right—people often resist change, even if it brings improvements like the better grid views. Sometimes, 'different' just needs time to be appreciated.

[Katscrachesme]

Did you have a stroke before writing this nonsense? I cannot imagine actually forming these thoughts while looking at the UI they just implemented. You legit deserve this trash lol

[Zombie-Kregix]

Absolutely, I agree with you. The transition from ‘tabs on tabs’ to more organized sections definitely helps in streamlining the interface. It might take some time for users to adjust, but the improved grid views and overall organization are clear benefits. Change can be challenging, but often, once people get used to it, they start to see the advantages.

It’s all about giving it a bit of time and being open to the new layout.

[JHarlequin]

I get no clarity or modernization from this. Just a bunch of jumbled screens that are getting in the way of the features necessary to my experience. And a lot of non-intuitive shortcut keys.

It's even difficult to use the mouse effectively unless you click on absolutely everything. No good use of the mouse wheel, and a lot of back and forthing to go through many things that were extremely easy before.

I am not just attached to the old interface. Change can happen. But this interface has not made any selections easier or intuitive. I have to learn a lot about this interface to find a few simple things. I wanted to play hunt, not learn a complicated interface.

As for enhanced customization. Show me how to set my hunter roster default view to grid view. Show me how to display the hunt lobby by default rather than the home screen. Show me how to do anything about the ui as nothing can change in it, you can just sort it which isn't saved in most of the screens.

[ozfer]

Originally posted by Katscrachesme:

Did you have a stroke before writing this nonsense? I cannot imagine actually forming these thoughts while looking at the UI they just implemented. You legit deserve this trash lol

Hey, I get that you're not a fan of the new UI, but no need to get personal. We all see things differently, and I'm just sharing my take. Let's keep it chill—we’re all here because we love the game.

[ozfer]

Originally posted by JHarlequin:

I get no clarity or modernization from this. Just a bunch of jumbled screens that are getting in the way of the features necessary to my experience. And a lot of non-intuitive shortcut keys.

It's even difficult to use the mouse effectively unless you click on absolutely everything. No good use of the mouse wheel, and a lot of back and forthing to go through many things that were extremely easy before.

I am not just attached to the old interface. Change can happen. But this interface has not made any selections easier or intuitive. I have to learn a lot about this interface to find a few simple things. I wanted to play hunt, not learn a complicated interface.

I hear you, but it sounds like you're pretty attached to the old interface, which is understandable. Change always takes some adjustment, but once you get used to it, the new layout might not feel as cumbersome as it does now

[KATAMARAN]

Originally posted by ozfer:

I've seen a lot of discussions about the new HUNT 1986 UI, and while I understand the attachment to the old design, I genuinely believe the new UI is a significant improvement. Here's why:

Clarity and Modernization: The new UI adopts a cleaner, more modern look that reduces clutter. The old interface had a lot of charm, but it often felt a bit overwhelming, especially for newer players. The updated design streamlines information presentation, making it easier to focus on what’s important during a match.

Improved Navigation: One of the most noticeable changes is the improved menu navigation. With the old UI, finding specific options or settings sometimes felt like a chore. The new layout is more intuitive, grouping related options together and making it quicker to access what you need. This is particularly helpful when trying to tweak settings on the fly or during downtime.

Enhanced Customization: The new UI offers more options for customization, allowing players to tailor their experience to their preferences. Whether it's adjusting HUD elements or changing the display settings, the new system gives you more control over your gameplay environment.

Performance Optimization: It’s not just about aesthetics— the new UI seems to be lighter on system resources. This might not be a big deal for those with high-end rigs, but for players on older hardware, the smoother performance can make a noticeable difference in gameplay.

Consistency Across Platforms: As HUNT continues to expand across different platforms, a consistent UI is crucial. The new design ensures that the experience remains uniform whether you're on PC or console, which is essential for maintaining the integrity of cross-platform play.

Change is always going to be met with resistance, especially when it comes to something as personal as a UI. However, after spending some time with the new design, I’ve come to appreciate the thought and effort that went into it. It’s a fresh take that aligns well with the direction the game is heading, and I believe it’s only going to get better as the developers continue to refine it.

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[ozfer]

Originally posted by KATAMARAN:

Originally posted by ozfer:

I've seen a lot of discussions about the new HUNT 1986 UI, and while I understand the attachment to the old design, I genuinely believe the new UI is a significant improvement. Here's why:

Clarity and Modernization: The new UI adopts a cleaner, more modern look that reduces clutter. The old interface had a lot of charm, but it often felt a bit overwhelming, especially for newer players. The updated design streamlines information presentation, making it easier to focus on what’s important during a match.

Improved Navigation: One of the most noticeable changes is the improved menu navigation. With the old UI, finding specific options or settings sometimes felt like a chore. The new layout is more intuitive, grouping related options together and making it quicker to access what you need. This is particularly helpful when trying to tweak settings on the fly or during downtime.

Enhanced Customization: The new UI offers more options for customization, allowing players to tailor their experience to their preferences. Whether it's adjusting HUD elements or changing the display settings, the new system gives you more control over your gameplay environment.

Performance Optimization: It’s not just about aesthetics— the new UI seems to be lighter on system resources. This might not be a big deal for those with high-end rigs, but for players on older hardware, the smoother performance can make a noticeable difference in gameplay.

Consistency Across Platforms: As HUNT continues to expand across different platforms, a consistent UI is crucial. The new design ensures that the experience remains uniform whether you're on PC or console, which is essential for maintaining the integrity of cross-platform play.

Change is always going to be met with resistance, especially when it comes to something as personal as a UI. However, after spending some time with the new design, I’ve come to appreciate the thought and effort that went into it. It’s a fresh take that aligns well with the direction the game is heading, and I believe it’s only going to get better as the developers continue to refine it.

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Honestly, I don’t care if you think I’m using ChatGPT. I’m just here to chat about the new UI and share thoughts. Let’s stick to that!

[Unknown Player]

completely disagree. (FYI: this is only concerning the UI, which is VERY NEGATIVE IMO)

we have more clutter, less clarity.

we have less of an overview in general and the icons are way too large for most PC screen users.

you have to press significantly more buttons and see more screens before performing actions. and also whilst doing this we have to use the keyboard in a weird way (hitting keys both far left and right), as the mouse no longer interacts with the UI as it used to.

the filters don't "stick" and everything has to be arranged over and over. favourites do not work for some players and everything requires you to either click a very small button down low or press a key. it's lit a puzzle game inbetween rounds rn.

the visually improved menu has caused many crashes and some people have major temp problems even in the menu now.

the downtime between rounds even for very experienced players is currently insane, because of the menu issues. in 6-star matchmaking we still had 3-5min que's ontop of massive downtime, because people REALLY had issues. it is counter-intuitive and unnatural. and even with some time and experience it would not be good.

the UI is a compromise between console TV-screen users and computer PC-screen users and now both sides have been kinda f*c*3d over.

[ozfer]

Originally posted by WWWWWWWWWWWWWWWWWWWWWWWWWWWWWWWW:

completely disagree. (FYI: this is only concerning the UI, which is VERY NEGATIVE IMO)

we have more clutter, less clarity.

we have less of an overview in general and the icons are way too large for most PC screen users.

you have to press significantly more buttons and see more screens before performing actions. and also whilst doing this we have to use the keyboard in a weird way (hitting keys both far left and right), as the mouse no longer interacts with the UI as it used to.

the filters don't "stick" and everything has to be arranged over and over. favourites do not work for some players and everything requires you to either click a very small button down low or press a key. it's lit a puzzle game inbetween rounds rn.

the visually improved menu has caused many crashes and some people have major temp problems even in the menu now.

the downtime between rounds even for very experienced players is currently insane, because of the menu issues. in 6-star matchmaking we still had 3-5min que's ontop of massive downtime, because people REALLY had issues. it is counter-intuitive and unnatural. and even with some time and experience it would not be good.

the UI is a compromise between console TV-screen users and computer PC-screen users and now both sides have been kinda f*c*3d over.

Got it, sounds like you’re really not liking the new UI. I can see how the changes might feel like more hassle and cause issues. It’s definitely a mixed bag right now, and I hope they address these problems soon.