Enemies
HUNGER features six enemy types at Early Access launch, all former humans transformed by the bacterium plague known as the Hunger.
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The world of HUNGER is populated by infected creatures born from the bacterium that devastated Napoleonic Europe. All six confirmed enemy types were once human. Each moves and fights differently, requiring players to adapt their approach based on the threat encountered. Surviving soldiers driven to madness by the infection are also encountered, posing a distinct threat from the infected creatures. Eight or more additional enemy types are planned for post-launch updates.
Enemy | Notes |
|---|---|
Dregs | Former humans transformed by the bacterium |
Shamblers | Former humans transformed by the bacterium |
Waifs | Former humans transformed by the bacterium |
Bloats | Former humans transformed by the bacterium |
Droolers | Former humans transformed by the bacterium |
Brutes | Former humans transformed by the bacterium |

The enemy roster is designed so that each type presents a distinct combat challenge. Specific behavioral and attack patterns for each type have not yet been detailed in official sources ahead of Early Access. Players will also encounter hostile Living (other players) during Expeditions, adding a PvP layer to every encounter in the field.