The ruins of Washington D.C. in Tom Clancy's The Division 2 are now haunted by The Houndsman, a new spectral threat in the 2025 Halloween event that kicked off on October 21. This seasonal twist weaves into the game's crumbling society lore, where agents face robotic hounds and their master amid rumors of coups and instability. It's a fresh layer to the tactical RPG grind, pushing players to adapt strategies against these agile foes.
From October 21 to 27, hunting Mini Warhounds unlocks Houndsman Bounties, with caches guaranteeing pieces of The Houndsman Outfit—a sleek, thematic set that enhances your agent's intimidating presence in the open world. Miss this window, and it shifts to the in-game store starting October 28, making those early hunts crucial for collectors who want to embody this new lore figure without spending extra.
New Threats in D.C.'s Shadows
The Houndsman isn't just cosmetic fluff; his Mini Warhounds add dynamic chases to missions, forcing you to rethink cover-based tactics in science-fiction skirmishes. These robotic pups dart around, flanking positions and tying into the broader narrative of technological chaos threatening humanity's last stand.
What Rewards Can You Earn in the Halloween Event?
Beyond the outfit, a Project Chain launches on October 28, offering the Sinister Shade Outfit and the 'Quickstep' Named Weapon. This M1911 pistol comes with the Sport Mode talent, boosting movement speed by 20% when drawn—perfect for evading in PvE or closing gaps in PvP, expanding build options for speed-focused agents.
How Does This Event Fit Division 2's Lore?
It deepens the storyline of D.C. on the brink, introducing enemies that echo the game's themes of societal collapse and high-tech warfare. Gear up to save the city from these Halloween horrors before the event wraps on November 11, forging new paths in your agent's legend.