GSC Game World Announces New Release Date for S.T.A.L.K.E.R. 2: Heart of Chornobyl

GSC Game World :

Kyiv, Ukraine – 25 July, 2024 – S.T.A.L.K.E.R. 2: Heart of Chornobyl will now be launching on November 20, 2024, moving from the previously planned date of September 5, 2024.

“We know you might be tired of waiting, and we truly appreciate your patience. These two additional months will give us the chance to fix more “unexpected anomalies” (or simply “bugs”, as you call them). We are always grateful for your ongoing support and understanding - it means the world to us. We’re just as eager as you are to finally release the game and for you to experience it for yourself.” said Yevhen Grygorovych, Game Director at GSC Game World.

Please find the link to the trailer here: https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=vxeGyXSM5Pc

With the launch nearly here, the team is ready to share the biggest and the most comprehensive update on the game yet. S.T.A.L.K.E.R. 2 Developer Deep Dive will premiere in collaboration with Xbox on the 12th August, 2024, featuring a variety of never-before-seen content, including:

- Interviews and behind-the-scenes of the development process;
- Lots of new footage, including world overview, various locations, gameplay and cutscenes;

- A full video walkthrough of one of the story quests.

This Developer Deep Dive is set to give our fans the full understanding of how the game plays and looks. More details will be shared soon.

Since the very start of Russia's full-fledged war against our country, GSC Game World has been supporting Ukraine in all the ways possible. For those willing to do the same, we recommend following a link to the official charity fund of Mr. Volodymyr Zelenskyy, the President of Ukraine himself - https://u24.gov.ua

Please find the currently private trailer here: https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=vxeGyXSM5Pc
Please find the press kit and assets here: https://www.stalker2.com/en/press-kit

About S.T.A.L.K.E.R. 2: Heart of Chornobyl

S.T.A.L.K.E.R. 2: Heart of Chornobyl is the latest instalment in the acclaimed series that has captivated millions of players globally. This new entry combines first-person shooter elements with immersive sim mechanics and horror, delivering a uniquely intense experience. Featuring unprecedented scale, advanced graphics, and a rich, atmospheric adventure, it promises to be the ultimate S.T.A.L.K.E.R. journey.

About GSC Game World

GSC Game World, a Ukrainian video game developer, was founded in 1995 and is renowned for the S.T.A.L.K.E.R. and Cossacks series. The studio is committed to delivering top-tier gaming experiences and is currently focused on the upcoming release of S.T.A.L.K.E.R. 2: Heart of Chornobyl.

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