The Hunter Killer groups in The Forever Winter spawn when a Scav collects a piece of valuable loot, as the Hunter Killers seek to eliminate the Scar and claim the coveted treasure for themselves. But there are ways to avoid them altogether, especially for newcomers without the firepower or know-how to take them head-on.
The Forever Winter encourages both stealth and combat gameplay, though the former is more preferable for lower-ranking Scavs, since the Hunter Killer groups can be quite persistent once triggered. Here are a few surefire ways to avoid Hunter Killers and make them more manageable, especially for solo players.