Cabela's Big Game Hunter takes the player on a journey to six international hotspots, including New Zealand, Africa, Argentina, the Western United States, and British Columbia. The goal is to acquire prize big game trophies like grizzly bears, mountain lions, elk, moose, caribou, and more.
The gameplay involves hunting various species, including small game and bird hunting for geese, ducks, and quail. Players can use authentic Cabela's equipment such as clothing, tree stands, lure attractants, calls, and powerful weaponry like rifles, shotguns, and pistols. However, it is essential to follow real-life local hunting regulations, including bag limits, time limits, and protected species, to avoid penalties and potentially end the level or the game.
Cabela's Big Game Hunter was released on April 9th, 2008 for the Wii console.