Hunting AI animals in Ecos La Brea can be challenging, despite their seeming vulnerability. Mastering stealth is key. Here's a guide to successful AI hunting:
Essential Hunting Tactics in Ecos La Brea
The core principle is stealth. Use the scent button to locate nearby AI animals, indicated by animal icons. A meter appears when you crouch, showing how close you are to startling the animal. Movement directly impacts this meter:
- Sprinting: Meter fills rapidly.
- Running: Significant meter increase.
- Trotting: Slower meter fill.
- Walking: Slowest meter fill; ideal for approach.
Wind direction is crucial. Downwind approaches spook animals faster. Crosswind is moderate, while upwind is the most effective approach.
Observe the question mark that occasionally appears above the animal icon. Movement while the question mark is visible accelerates meter filling. Remain stationary until it disappears.
The meter will likely fill before reaching the AI. Be ready to sprint once the animal flees. AI movement is unpredictable, so practice in open areas with minimal obstacles is recommended.
To successfully capture prey, get extremely close to initiate a bite. Drop and consume the animal, repeating the process until satiated.