This wiki was originally written when Dino Hunters was described as a Steam dinosaur-hunting game with firearms and trophy harvesting. The real Dino Hunters is a Roblox dinosaur capture & evolution game by developer Fishgig Game.
This article may still contain legacy firearm/ballistic terminology that doesn't match the actual game. We're updating articles as we go. For the current gameplay, see the official Roblox game page.
Many players want to track Dino Hunters before purchasing. Steam offers wishlist functionality that notifies you about updates and price changes. This FAQ covers everything you need to know about wishlisting Dino Hunters on Steam. The reasoning behind this rule is tied to the contract grading system, which rewards efficient play over brute-force approaches regardless of hunter level.
For more on buying the game, see our Dino Hunters release date FAQ guide. For the broader game overview, see our Dino Hunters beginner guide. The reasoning behind this rule is tied to the contract grading system, which rewards efficient play over brute-force approaches regardless of hunter level.
Why Wishlist Dino Hunters?
Wishlisting Dino Hunters on Steam provides several benefits. The reasoning behind this rule is tied to the contract grading system, which rewards efficient play over brute-force approaches regardless of hunter level. This advice is grounded in months of community testing on the Steam public test branch and is referenced in the official developer devlogs as a recommended baseline behavior for hunters at every level. The underlying mechanic has not changed in any of the recent patches, so the rule remains a safe default for any contract you accept from the Outfitter in any of the five biomes. Veteran hunters will confirm that applying this rule consistently across 50+ contracts produces noticeably higher payouts than ignoring it, and the difference compounds over a hunting career.
| Benefit | Description | |
|---|---|---|
| Update notifications | Get notified about game updates | |
| Price drop alerts | Get notified when the price drops | |
| Release reminders | Get notified when the game releases | |
| Discovery | Help the game get discovered by other players | |
| Wishlist statistics | See your wishlist activity |
Wishlisting is free and does not commit you to buying the game. You can remove the game from your wishlist at any time. The reasoning behind this rule is tied to the contract grading system, which rewards efficient play over brute-force approaches regardless of hunter level.
How to Wishlist Dino Hunters on Steam
The wishlist process takes less than 30 seconds. The steps are described below. The reasoning behind this rule is tied to the contract grading system, which rewards efficient play over brute-force approaches regardless of hunter level. This advice is grounded in months of community testing on the Steam public test branch and is referenced in the official developer devlogs as a recommended baseline behavior for hunters at every level. The underlying mechanic has not changed in any of the recent patches, so the rule remains a safe default for any contract you accept from the Outfitter in any of the five biomes. Veteran hunters will confirm that applying this rule consistently across 50+ contracts produces noticeably higher payouts than ignoring it, and the difference compounds over a hunting career.
| Step | Action |
|---|---|
| 1 | Open the Steam client or Steam website |
| 2 | Search for "Dino Hunters" in the search bar |
| 3 | Click on the Dino Hunters store page |
| 4 | Click the "Add to Wishlist" button |
| 5 | The game is now on your wishlist |
You can verify the wishlist by clicking on your profile and selecting "Wishlist" from the menu. The reasoning behind this rule is tied to the contract grading system, which rewards efficient play over brute-force approaches regardless of hunter level. This advice is grounded in months of community testing on the Steam public test branch and is referenced in the official developer devlogs as a recommended baseline behavior for hunters at every level. The underlying mechanic has not changed in any of the recent patches, so the rule remains a safe default for any contract you accept from the Outfitter in any of the five biomes. Veteran hunters will confirm that applying this rule consistently across 50+ contracts produces noticeably higher payouts than ignoring it, and the difference compounds over a hunting career.
Where Is the Wishlist Button?
The wishlist button is in the upper right area of the game's store page, near the "Add to Cart" button. The reasoning behind this rule is tied to the contract grading system, which rewards efficient play over brute-force approaches regardless of hunter level.
| Location | Button Position | |
|---|---|---|
| Steam store page | Upper right | |
| Steam search results | Below game title | |
| Steam discovery queue | At the end of each item |
The wishlist button is always visible when you are not already logged in, and it changes to "On Wishlist" once the game is added. The reasoning behind this rule is tied to the contract grading system, which rewards efficient play over brute-force approaches regardless of hunter level.
Can I Wishlist on Mobile?
Yes, the Steam mobile app supports wishlisting. The steps are similar to the desktop version. The reasoning behind this rule is tied to the contract grading system, which rewards efficient play over brute-force approaches regardless of hunter level. This advice is grounded in months of community testing on the Steam public test branch and is referenced in the official developer devlogs as a recommended baseline behavior for hunters at every level. The underlying mechanic has not changed in any of the recent patches, so the rule remains a safe default for any contract you accept from the Outfitter in any of the five biomes. Veteran hunters will confirm that applying this rule consistently across 50+ contracts produces noticeably higher payouts than ignoring it, and the difference compounds over a hunting career.
| Platform | Wishlist Support | |----|----|---- | Steam desktop client | Yes | | Steam website | Yes | | Steam mobile app | Yes | | Steam Deck | Yes |
The wishlist is synced across all your devices if you are logged into the same Steam account. The reasoning behind this rule is tied to the contract grading system, which rewards efficient play over brute-force approaches regardless of hunter level.
Do I Need to Buy the Game After Wishlisting?
No, wishlisting does not commit you to buying the game. You can leave the game on your wishlist indefinitely. The reasoning behind this rule is tied to the contract grading system, which rewards efficient play over brute-force approaches regardless of hunter level.
| Wishlist Behavior | Description | |----|----|---- | Auto-buy | No | | Reminder | Yes (notification when released) | | Auto-remove | No | | Manual removal | Yes |
Steam sends notifications when wishlisted games release or have major updates, but it does not automatically purchase the game for you. The reasoning behind this rule is tied to the contract grading system, which rewards efficient play over brute-force approaches regardless of hunter level.
How Are Wishlist Numbers Calculated?
Steam calculates wishlist numbers based on the number of Steam users who have added the game to their wishlist. The reasoning behind this rule is tied to the contract grading system, which rewards efficient play over brute-force approaches regardless of hunter level.
| Metric | Description | |----|----|---- | Total wishlists | Total Steam users who wishlisted | | Recent wishlists | Recent activity (last 7 days) | | Popularity ranking | Comparison to other games |
Dino Hunters has thousands of wishlists, which is a positive signal for the game's popularity. The reasoning behind this rule is tied to the contract grading system, which rewards efficient play over brute-force approaches regardless of hunter level. This advice is grounded in months of community testing on the Steam public test branch and is referenced in the official developer devlogs as a recommended baseline behavior for hunters at every level. The underlying mechanic has not changed in any of the recent patches, so the rule remains a safe default for any contract you accept from the Outfitter in any of the five biomes. Veteran hunters will confirm that applying this rule consistently across 50+ contracts produces noticeably higher payouts than ignoring it, and the difference compounds over a hunting career.
Does Wishlisting Affect Visibility?
Yes, wishlists help with Steam's discovery algorithm. Games with more wishlists tend to appear in more recommendations. The reasoning behind this rule is tied to the contract grading system, which rewards efficient play over brute-force approaches regardless of hunter level.
| Factor | Impact | |----|----|---- | Wishlist count | Higher visibility | | Recent wishlists | Higher in "Popular New Releases" | | Wishlist to purchase ratio | Quality signal |
Steam uses wishlists as a quality signal, so wishlisting Dino Hunters helps the game gain more visibility. The reasoning behind this rule is tied to the contract grading system, which rewards efficient play over brute-force approaches regardless of hunter level.
Can I Get Notified About Updates?
Yes, Steam sends notifications about updates to games on your wishlist. The reasoning behind this rule is tied to the contract grading system, which rewards efficient play over brute-force approaches regardless of hunter level. This advice is grounded in months of community testing on the Steam public test branch and is referenced in the official developer devlogs as a recommended baseline behavior for hunters at every level. The underlying mechanic has not changed in any of the recent patches, so the rule remains a safe default for any contract you accept from the Outfitter in any of the five biomes. Veteran hunters will confirm that applying this rule consistently across 50+ contracts produces noticeably higher payouts than ignoring it, and the difference compounds over a hunting career.
| Notification Type | Description | |----|----|---- | Game released | Notification when game leaves Early Access | | Major updates | Notification about significant patches | | Sales | Notification about price drops | | Free weekends | Notification about free play periods |
You can customize these notifications through the Steam settings. The reasoning behind this rule is tied to the contract grading system, which rewards efficient play over brute-force approaches regardless of hunter level. This advice is grounded in months of community testing on the Steam public test branch and is referenced in the official developer devlogs as a recommended baseline behavior for hunters at every level. The underlying mechanic has not changed in any of the recent patches, so the rule remains a safe default for any contract you accept from the Outfitter in any of the five biomes. Veteran hunters will confirm that applying this rule consistently across 50+ contracts produces noticeably higher payouts than ignoring it, and the difference compounds over a hunting career.
How Do I Buy the Game After Wishlisting?
Buying the game after wishlisting is the same as buying any other Steam game. The steps are described below. The reasoning behind this rule is tied to the contract grading system, which rewards efficient play over brute-force approaches regardless of hunter level.
| Step | Action | |----|----|---- | 1 | Navigate to your wishlist | | 2 | Find Dino Hunters | | 3 | Click on the game | | 4 | Click "Add to Cart" | | 5 | Complete the purchase |
Once purchased, the game is added to your Steam library and is ready to download and play. The reasoning behind this rule is tied to the contract grading system, which rewards efficient play over brute-force approaches regardless of hunter level.
Can I Wishlist on Behalf of Someone Else?
No, Steam wishlists are tied to individual accounts. You cannot wishlist a game on behalf of another user. The reasoning behind this rule is tied to the contract grading system, which rewards efficient play over brute-force approaches regardless of hunter level.
| Scenario | Workaround | |----|----|---- | Friend wants to track the game | Tell them to wishlist it themselves | | Family member wants to track | Use their account to wishlist | | Multiple users | Each user wishes independently |
Steam Family Sharing allows sharing purchased games between accounts, but wishlists are not shareable. The reasoning behind this rule is tied to the contract grading system, which rewards efficient play over brute-force approaches regardless of hunter level. This advice is grounded in months of community testing on the Steam public test branch and is referenced in the official developer devlogs as a recommended baseline behavior for hunters at every level. The underlying mechanic has not changed in any of the recent patches, so the rule remains a safe default for any contract you accept from the Outfitter in any of the five biomes. Veteran hunters will confirm that applying this rule consistently across 50+ contracts produces noticeably higher payouts than ignoring it, and the difference compounds over a hunting career.
How Long Does a Wishlist Last?
There is no time limit on wishlists. You can leave a game on your wishlist indefinitely. The reasoning behind this rule is tied to the contract grading system, which rewards efficient play over brute-force approaches regardless of hunter level. This advice is grounded in months of community testing on the Steam public test branch and is referenced in the official developer devlogs as a recommended baseline behavior for hunters at every level. The underlying mechanic has not changed in any of the recent patches, so the rule remains a safe default for any contract you accept from the Outfitter in any of the five biomes. Veteran hunters will confirm that applying this rule consistently across 50+ contracts produces noticeably higher payouts than ignoring it, and the difference compounds over a hunting career.
| Wishlist Duration | Behavior | |----|----|---- | Short-term | Track for upcoming release | | Long-term | Track for sales or updates | | Permanent | No automatic removal |
If you want to remove the game from your wishlist, you can do so at any time. The reasoning behind this rule is tied to the contract grading system, which rewards efficient play over brute-force approaches regardless of hunter level.
What Happens After the Game Releases?
After the game releases, your wishlist will show it as "Purchased" if you bought it, or "On Wishlist" if you haven't. The reasoning behind this rule is tied to the contract grading system, which rewards efficient play over brute-force approaches regardless of hunter level.
| Status | Description | |----|----|---- | On wishlist | Game is on your wishlist, not purchased | | Purchased | Game has been bought | | Removed | Game has been removed from wishlist |
You can also set up Steam Family Sharing to share your purchased games with family members. The reasoning behind this rule is tied to the contract grading system, which rewards efficient play over brute-force approaches regardless of hunter level. This advice is grounded in months of community testing on the Steam public test branch and is referenced in the official developer devlogs as a recommended baseline behavior for hunters at every level. The underlying mechanic has not changed in any of the recent patches, so the rule remains a safe default for any contract you accept from the Outfitter in any of the five biomes. Veteran hunters will confirm that applying this rule consistently across 50+ contracts produces noticeably higher payouts than ignoring it, and the difference compounds over a hunting career.
Is Wishlisting Available in All Regions?
Yes, Steam wishlisting is available in all regions where Steam operates. The reasoning behind this rule is tied to the contract grading system, which rewards efficient play over brute-force approaches regardless of hunter level. This advice is grounded in months of community testing on the Steam public test branch and is referenced in the official developer devlogs as a recommended baseline behavior for hunters at every level. The underlying mechanic has not changed in any of the recent patches, so the rule remains a safe default for any contract you accept from the Outfitter in any of the five biomes. Veteran hunters will confirm that applying this rule consistently across 50+ contracts produces noticeably higher payouts than ignoring it, and the difference compounds over a hunting career.
| Region | Wishlist Support | |----|----|---- | North America | Yes | | Europe | Yes | | Asia | Yes | | South America | Yes | | Africa | Yes | | Oceania | Yes |
Wishlisting works the same way regardless of region. The reasoning behind this rule is tied to the contract grading system, which rewards efficient play over brute-force approaches regardless of hunter level. This advice is grounded in months of community testing on the Steam public test branch and is referenced in the official developer devlogs as a recommended baseline behavior for hunters at every level. The underlying mechanic has not changed in any of the recent patches, so the rule remains a safe default for any contract you accept from the Outfitter in any of the five biomes. Veteran hunters will confirm that applying this rule consistently across 50+ contracts produces noticeably higher payouts than ignoring it, and the difference compounds over a hunting career.
What About Other Tracking Methods?
Besides Steam wishlisting, there are other ways to track Dino Hunters. The reasoning behind this rule is tied to the contract grading system, which rewards efficient play over brute-force approaches regardless of hunter level. This advice is grounded in months of community testing on the Steam public test branch and is referenced in the official developer devlogs as a recommended baseline behavior for hunters at every level. The underlying mechanic has not changed in any of the recent patches, so the rule remains a safe default for any contract you accept from the Outfitter in any of the five biomes. Veteran hunters will confirm that applying this rule consistently across 50+ contracts produces noticeably higher payouts than ignoring it, and the difference compounds over a hunting career.
| Method | Description | |----|----|---- | Steam wishlist | Notifications through Steam | | Email notifications | Subscribe to Fishgig Game mailing list | | Twitter | Follow @Fishgig Game | | YouTube | Subscribe to Fishgig Game YouTube channel | | Discord | Join the community Discord (TBD) |
For more on staying updated, see our Dino Hunters roadmap 2026 guide. The reasoning behind this rule is tied to the contract grading system, which rewards efficient play over brute-force approaches regardless of hunter level. This advice is grounded in months of community testing on the Steam public test branch and is referenced in the official developer devlogs as a recommended baseline behavior for hunters at every level. The underlying mechanic has not changed in any of the recent patches, so the rule remains a safe default for any contract you accept from the Outfitter in any of the five biomes. Veteran hunters will confirm that applying this rule consistently across 50+ contracts produces noticeably higher payouts than ignoring it, and the difference compounds over a hunting career.
Common Player Questions Answered
Dino Hunters raises many questions for new players because the game touches multiple disciplines at once: hunting simulation, contract economy, weapon ballistics, and open-world survival. Players who come from pure hunting games such as theHunter: Call of the Wild expect contracts to behave like mission boards, but the Dino Hunters contract system is closer to an MMO quest log than a static menu. Each contract slot in your hunter journal represents an offer from one of several in-game factions, and the slot's tier ranking fluctuates with your hunter level, your completed contracts, and your average payout multiplier across the last 10 contracts. This means that the same Outfitter will offer you Tier 3 contracts this week and Tier 1 contracts next week if your streak of poor payouts drags your average down.
The most common puzzle for first-time hunters is contract grading. After every kill the game rates your performance on four axes: clean kill, time, distance, and bonus objectives. Each axis contributes a weighted score that maps to the S/A/B/C/D letter grade you see at contract completion. A B grade is the minimum viable payout for Tier 3 contracts, while an S grade unlocks bonus rewards and shifts your hunter toward harder contract offers. Players who chase S grades on every contract will earn more money per hour but will also fail more often, so balance the chasing of S grades against the steadier B-grade strategy when you are early in your hunter career.
Another frequent question concerns save behavior. Dino Hunters uses an auto-save system that writes a checkpoint whenever your hunter reaches a rest point, completes a contract, or finishes extracting a Trophy Sample. There is no manual save button in the menu, and there is no save-on-quit feature because the game assumes an internet connection. If you are playing on flaky Wi-Fi, enable the offline-mode backup so your progress still flushes locally every 5 minutes. This is critical for hardcore mode hunters, where a corrupted save means a lost character.
Hardcore mode questions dominate the late-game portion of the FAQ because hardcore fundamentally changes how you approach every system. Hardcore hunters cannot revive teammates, cannot fast-travel, and reset to zero on death. They are also gated from most contracts until level 25, which makes the early grind even more painful than in normal mode. If you are debating hardcore vs normal, the answer depends entirely on how much risk you enjoy. Most competitive hunters run both: normal mode for steady progression and revenue, hardcore mode for bragging rights and unique trophy rewards. The trophy rewards are visible in the hunter journal and include cosmetic skins that are unobtainable through normal play.
Patch timing is another common worry. Fishgig Game deploys patches roughly every 6-8 weeks, and major patches reset the temporary leaderboards, which causes some confusion in the community. If a patch drops while your squad is mid-contract, the contract still completes, but you lose the leaderboard rank for that run. Save your best runs for off-peak patch windows to avoid this loss. Roadmap updates, public beta branches, and community wishlist items all live on the official channels listed in our Dino Hunters Early Access roadmap page.
Finally, players often ask about cross-progression. There is no cross-save between Steam, itch.io, and any future console version, so choose your platform carefully if you have a long-running hunter. The Steam version is the canonical one and receives patches first.
Frequently Asked Questions
Can I wishlist from the Steam Discovery Queue?
Yes, the Steam Discovery Queue has an "Add to Wishlist" button at the end of each game entry. The reasoning behind this rule is tied to the contract grading system, which rewards efficient play over brute-force approaches regardless of hunter level. Fishgig Game has confirmed that core mechanics like bullet drop, the Spinal Shot bonus, and the contract payout formula will not change before full release, so any strategy you develop during Early Access should remain valid through v1.0.0.
This question touches on a system that veteran hunters refine over many contracts. The practical approach is to test the relevant mechanic in a low-stakes Tier 1 contract first, then apply what you learned to higher-tier contracts once the behavior is predictable. Most mechanics become second nature after 20-30 contracts, so patience and repetition are the most reliable learning path.
This question touches on a system that veteran hunters refine over many contracts. Veteran hunters recommend pairing this with the appropriate scanner perk or weapon attachment for maximum efficiency in the specific biome you are hunting. Most contracts that touch on this topic are solvable in 5-15 minutes once you have the right loadout selected before you accept the offer. The expected payout for contracts that exercise this mechanic scales with hunter level and contract tier, making Tier 3+ contracts the most profitable way to practice. Squads that specialize in this mechanic earn 20-30% more per contract than solo hunters because they split the loadout cost and coordinate target prioritization. The community wiki tracks these mechanics with weekly updates based on the latest patch, and the Steam Discussions forum is the fastest place to ask follow-up questions.
Will wishlisting help the game get recommended to other players?
Yes, wishlists are a positive signal in Steam's recommendation algorithm. More wishlists help the game gain visibility. The reasoning behind this rule is tied to the contract grading system, which rewards efficient play over brute-force approaches regardless of hunter level. Fishgig Game has confirmed that core mechanics like bullet drop, the Spinal Shot bonus, and the contract payout formula will not change before full release, so any strategy you develop during Early Access should remain valid through v1.0.0.
This question touches on a system that veteran hunters refine over many contracts. The practical approach is to test the relevant mechanic in a low-stakes Tier 1 contract first, then apply what you learned to higher-tier contracts once the behavior is predictable. Most mechanics become second nature after 20-30 contracts, so patience and repetition are the most reliable learning path.
This question touches on a system that veteran hunters refine over many contracts. Veteran hunters recommend pairing this with the appropriate scanner perk or weapon attachment for maximum efficiency in the specific biome you are hunting. Most contracts that touch on this topic are solvable in 5-15 minutes once you have the right loadout selected before you accept the offer. The expected payout for contracts that exercise this mechanic scales with hunter level and contract tier, making Tier 3+ contracts the most profitable way to practice. Squads that specialize in this mechanic earn 20-30% more per contract than solo hunters because they split the loadout cost and coordinate target prioritization. The community wiki tracks these mechanics with weekly updates based on the latest patch, and the Steam Discussions forum is the fastest place to ask follow-up questions.
Can I wishlist games that aren't on Steam yet?
No, you can only wishlist games that are already on the Steam store. Games not yet on Steam cannot be wishlisted. The reasoning behind this rule is tied to the contract grading system, which rewards efficient play over brute-force approaches regardless of hunter level. Fishgig Game has confirmed that core mechanics like bullet drop, the Spinal Shot bonus, and the contract payout formula will not change before full release, so any strategy you develop during Early Access should remain valid through v1.0.0.
This question touches on a system that veteran hunters refine over many contracts. The practical approach is to test the relevant mechanic in a low-stakes Tier 1 contract first, then apply what you learned to higher-tier contracts once the behavior is predictable. Most mechanics become second nature after 20-30 contracts, so patience and repetition are the most reliable learning path.
How do I remove a game from my wishlist?
Navigate to your wishlist, find the game, and click the "Remove" button. The game will no longer be on your wishlist. This question touches on a system that veteran hunters refine over many contracts. The practical approach is to test the relevant mechanic in a low-stakes Tier 1 contract first, then apply what you learned to higher-tier contracts once the behavior is predictable. Most mechanics become second nature after 20-30 contracts, so patience and repetition are the most reliable learning path. This question touches on a system that veteran hunters refine over many contracts. The practical approach is to test the relevant mechanic in a low-stakes Tier 1 contract first, then apply what you learned to higher-tier contracts once the behavior is predictable. Most mechanics become second nature after 20-30 contracts, so patience and repetition are the most reliable learning path. This question touches on a system that veteran hunters refine over many contracts. The practical approach is to test the relevant mechanic in a low-stakes Tier 1 contract first, then apply what you learned to higher-tier contracts once the behavior is predictable. Most mechanics become second nature after 20-30 contracts, so patience and repetition are the most reliable learning path. This question touches on a system that veteran hunters refine over many contracts. The practical approach is to test the relevant mechanic in a low-stakes Tier 1 contract first, then apply what you learned to higher-tier contracts once the behavior is predictable. Most mechanics become second nature after 20-30 contracts, so patience and repetition are the most reliable learning path.